Kizilelma Uncrewed Fighter Makes 1st Flight

A new Turkish uncrewed fighter jet has flown for the first time, reports the Hurriyet Daily News (Istanbul).

On Thursday, Baykar Technologies launched the Bayraktar Kizilelma uncrewed aircraft during the Teknofest aerospace and technology festival in the northern Samsun province.

The Kizilelma is expected to carry a 3,300-pound (1,500-kg) payload, with a range of 580 miles (930 km), ceiling of 35,000 feet (10,670 m) and maximum speed of 560 mph (900 kph).