On July 24, 2025, during the 17th International Defence Industry Fair (IDEF 2025), the Presidency of Defense Industries (SSB) and Turkish Aerospace Industries (TUSAŞ) signed a production contract for 57 additional T625 Gökbey general-purpose helicopters. The helicopters are to be equipped with TEI-TS1400 turboshaft engines developed by TUSAŞ Engine Industries (TEI), and deliveries are planned to begin in 2028. The contract was presented as part of Türkiye’s policy to reduce foreign dependency and increase national participation in aviation systems. TUSAŞ stated that it is continuing efforts to meet the country's operational demands using domestically developed technologies. The agreement follows earlier deliveries to the Gendarmerie General Command and expands the Gökbey helicopter’s production scope for multiple Turkish security and civil institutions. Read full defense news at this link...
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| The T625 Gökbey project, initiated in 2010 and officially launched with the Turkish Light Class Utility Helicopter (TLUH) Program in 2013, was created to provide Türkiye with a versatile six-ton class helicopter capable of fulfilling both military and civilian missions. (Picture source: Army Recognition) |