Indonesia to receive up to 60 Kizilelma unmanned fighters from Türkiye in first export sale

Indonesia is set to become the first export customer for Türkiye’s Bayraktar Kizilelma unmanned fighter after Baykar signed an agreement on May 6, 2026, during SAHA 2026 covering an initial batch of 12 aircraft with options for up to 48 more units, for a total of 60 UCAVs. The deal, confirmed by Baykar CEO Haluk Bayraktar, gives Jakarta early access to a new class of autonomous combat aircraft designed for strike and air-to-air missions, significantly expanding Indonesia’s long-range deterrence and future manned-unmanned teaming capabilities in the Indo-Pacific. Read full defense news at this link...

Baykar signed the first export deal for the Kizilelma with Indonesia, supplying 12 combat drones starting in 2028, with options for 48 additional units, which could raise the total order to 60 UCAVs. (Picture source: Baykar)

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