HÜRJET, a supersonic training and light attack aircraft, has once again made Turkish aviation history. HÜRJET, which previously exceeded the Mach 1 threshold by exceeding the speed of sound, this time improved its own record and reached a speed of Mach 1.2. Thus, the first jet-powered supersonic aircraft developed by Turkey has raised the performance bar to the next level.

HÜRJET breaks new speed record

In the statement made by TAI, it was underlined that the speed reached by HÜRJET is a milestone in the Turkish aviation industry. Haluk Görgün, President of the Presidency of Defence Industries, also announced the development on social media.

Görgün stated that HÜRJET reaching supersonic speed is not only a technical achievement, but also represents a critical stage in Turkey’s independent aviation vision. He also thanked the entire team, from the pilots who carried out the flight tests to the engineers involved in the project.

HÜRJET also draws attention with its technical features. The aircraft has a length of 13.6 metres and a wingspan of 9.5 metres. With its F404-GE-102 engine, it produces a total of 17,600 pounds of thrust. HÜRJET, which can reach a maximum speed of Mach 1.4, can reach a service ceiling of 13,716 metres.

The innovative attack aircraft offers a strong alternative in its class with a range of 2,222 kilometres, a climb rate of 39,000 feet/minute and a payload capacity of 2,721 kilograms. The aircraft’s prominent technological features include high AoA control, head-up display, helmet-mounted display support, digitally controlled full-authority flight system and advanced human-machine interface.

This success achieved by HÜRJET has demonstrated the state-of-the-art technology developed by Turkey’s own means in the field of defence industry. So what do you think about this subject? You can share your opinions with us in the comments section below.