On June 28, 2025, Baykar Türkiye’s Kemankeş 1 Loitering Munition Expands Air Defense Concept with Akıncı Air-to-Air Test. In a remarkable demonstration of multi-domain versatility, the Turkish drone manufacturer Baykar has achieved a milestone by proving that its AI-powered Kemankeş 1 loitering munition can engage airborne threats, not just ground targets. This unprecedented capability was showcased when the Kemankeş 1 was launched from the Bayraktar Akıncı UCAV and successfully intercepted aerial targets mid-flight. This new development highlights the rising importance of loitering munitions as flexible assets in modern aerial warfare. Read Full Defense News at this link.
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| The proven ability of the Kemankeş 1 to neutralize air targets demonstrates Türkiye’s ambition to develop drones capable of layered air defense roles without relying solely on ground-based systems (Picture source: BAYKAR) |