A critical phase in the certification process for HÜRJET, Turkey’s first jet-powered aircraft developed by Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI), has been completed. The aircraft has received the Design Organization Approval (DOA) and Production Organization Approval (POA) certificates issued by the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA).

HÜRJET’s design and production organization approved

Defense Industries President Haluk Görgün announced the receipt of these two important approvals from EASA. These approvals confirm the aircraft’s international competence for certification and production processes. The DOA certificate demonstrates that a company can design aircraft or its components in accordance with international standards and has the authority to have these designs approved.

The POA certificate certifies that designed products can be manufactured to the same quality and safety standards. With these approvals, TAI has proven that HÜRJET can carry out its design and production processes in an internationally recognized manner.

The HÜRJET is set to enter the Turkish Air Force inventory in 2026. It will replace the T-38s used in Turkish jet development training and the F-5s used in acrobatic displays. TAI has also signed an agreement with Airbus for the delivery of 30 HÜRJETs to the Spanish Air Force.

The aircraft stands out with its advanced design features, high performance, and modern cockpit for its class. Powered by the F404 engine produced by General Electric, TEI is also continuing its domestic engine development efforts for the HÜRJET.

The HÜRJET is 13.7 meters long, has a wingspan of 9.5 meters, and a height of 4.1 meters. The aircraft reaches a maximum speed of Mach 1.4 and can reach a climb rate of 48,500 fpm with 17,700 lbf of thrust. The aircraft has a service ceiling of 45,000 feet and a range of 1,060 nautical miles. With a payload of 7,500 lbs, the HÜRJET can maneuver within +8g and -3g limits.

A versatile platform, the HÜRJET can be used not only for pilot training but also for light attack, air patrol, and acrobatic demonstration missions. The aircraft’s key features include high AoA control, a Head-Up Display (HUD), a helmet-mounted display, a full-authority digital control flight system, and an advanced human-machine interface that minimizes the adaptation time for F-35 and National Combat Aircraft (MMU) pilots.

The HÜRJET also features features such as in-flight refueling, embedded tactical training systems, and an Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) for autonomous operations. Air-to-air and air-to-ground fire capabilities also enhance the aircraft’s combat capabilities.