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===RADAR===
===RADAR===
ASELSAN is currently developing a highly advanced AESA radar which will use gallium nitride (GaN) technology for the TFX program.<ref name="ainonline.com">http://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/ain-defense-perspective/2013-05-17/future-turkish-fighter-concepts-revealed-idef-13</ref>
ASELSAN is currently developing a highly advanced AESA radar which will use gallium nitride (GaN) technology for the TFX program.<ref name="ainonline.com">http://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/ain-defense-perspective/2013-05-17/future-turkish-fighter-concepts-revealed-idef-13</ref>

===AVIONICS & NETWORK CENTRIC DATA LINKS===
The TF-X will be integrated from the cockpit to accompanying UAV's (most probably the [[TAI ANKA]] through protected datalink connections<ref>http://www.militaryfactory.com/aircraft/detail.asp?aircraft_id=1085</ref>.


===Engine===
===Engine===

Revision as of 13:39, 30 June 2013

TFX is a Fifth-generation jet fighter [1][2][3] being developed by Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) with design assistance from Saab AB.[4][5][6][7][8][9]

Conceptual design phase

On 15 December 2010, Turkey's Defence Industry Executive Committee (SSIK) decided to design, develop, and manufacture an indigenous next generation air-to-air combat fighter which would replace Turkey's F-16 fleet and work together with the F-35.[10] Funding equivalent to US$20 million was allocated for a 2-year conceptual design phase that will be performed by TAI.[11] TAI officials have stated that the Conceptual design phase should be complete in late 2013, with a report being prepared and served to the Prime Minister for approval of the development phase budget and framework.

TAI and Tusaş Engine Industries (TEI) will lead the design, entry and development processes of the fighter jet. TEI will focus more on the production of the airplane's engines to be completed by 2015, while TAI will develop other components. The studies will reveal how much the fighter jet would cost, which mechanical and electronic systems would be employed and included, and a wider perspective of the opportunities and challenges in military aviation.[12]

TAI and Ternion Corporation

On 2 February 2012, TAI contracted with Ternion Corporation for the purchase of the FLAMES Development Suite also used by SAAB in the design and development of its Gripen.[13] On 29 March 2012, TAI conducted a one week FLAMES Training Event in order to familiarize staff with the FLAMES system for which they are using for their collaborative fighter aircraft design efforts with Saab.[14]

Partnership with Saab AB

During a State visit of the President of Turkey to Sweden on the 13th of March 2013, Türk Havacılık ve Uzay Sanayii A.Ş (Turkish Aerospace Industries, TAI) signed an Agreement with Sweeden's SAAB AG which stipulates as follows:[4][5][15][16]

  • SAAB AB will provide technological design assistance for Turkey's TF-X program;
  • TAI has the option to Purchase SAAB AB's Fighter Jet design unit.

Technical Features

FUSELAGE

Huseyin Yagci, TAI's chief engineer on the TF-X programme has stated that all three conceptual designs thus far feature a design optimised for low radar cross-sectional density, internal weapons bays, and the ability to super cruise, features associated with fifth generation fighter jets.[1]

RADAR

ASELSAN is currently developing a highly advanced AESA radar which will use gallium nitride (GaN) technology for the TFX program.[17]

AVIONICS & NETWORK CENTRIC DATA LINKS

The TF-X will be integrated from the cockpit to accompanying UAV's (most probably the TAI ANKA through protected datalink connections[18].

Engine

TAI official have reported that they hoped to acquire the Pratt & Whitney F135 engine for commonality with the F-35, due to US export issues this may not eventuate. As a result of the aforementioned, TAI is looking at the General Electric F110-GE-132 that powers the Block 60 F-16. For the twin-engine versions of the TFX TAI officials are exploring the possibility of using the Eurojet’s EJ230, an up-rated version of the EJ200 that powers the Eurofighter Typhoon.[17]

Procurement

The Turkish Air Force intends to procure 250+ TFX in 2020 and integrate them in a network-centric Air Force structure consisting of F-35, F-16 Block 50+, Airborne Stand-Off Jammers and the Boeing 737-AESA Peace Eagle AW&CS.[citation needed]

References

  1. ^ a b http://www.janes.com/products/janes/defence-security-report.aspx?ID=1065979007&channel=defence
  2. ^ http://killerapps.foreignpolicy.com/posts/2013/05/09/pic_of_the_day_turkey_is_trying_to_join_the_stealth_fighter_club
  3. ^ http://www.aviationweek.com/Blogs.aspx?plckBlogId=Blog:27ec4a53-dcc8-42d0-bd3a-01329aef79a7&plckPostId=Blog%3A27ec4a53-dcc8-42d0-bd3a-01329aef79a7Post%3A5ca53832-b72a-4138-8df6-b3a46e18fea8
  4. ^ a b "Turkey to Replace F-16s With Local Jets". Hürriyet Gazetecilik ve Matbaacılık A.Ş., hurriyetdailynews.com. 29 March 2013. Transclusion error: {{En}} is only for use in File namespace. Use {{lang-en}} or {{in lang|en}} instead.
  5. ^ a b "Bets open on Turkey's first fighter aircraft". Hürriyet Gazetecilik ve Matbaacılık A.Ş., hurriyetdailynews.com. 20 March 2013. Transclusion error: {{En}} is only for use in File namespace. Use {{lang-en}} or {{in lang|en}} instead.
  6. ^ "Jet Trainer and Fighter Aircraft Conceptual Design Project". Turkish Aerospace Industries Inc., tai.com.tr. 11 April 2013. Transclusion error: {{En}} is only for use in File namespace. Use {{lang-en}} or {{in lang|en}} instead.
  7. ^ "Turkey holding rival talks on aircraft with Koreans, Swedes". Hürriyet Gazetecilik ve Matbaacılık A.Ş., hurriyetdailynews.com. 22 August 2011. Transclusion error: {{En}} is only for use in File namespace. Use {{lang-en}} or {{in lang|en}} instead.
  8. ^ "Turkey - Jet Trainer Aircraft (T-X) and Fighter Aircraft". GlobalSecurity.org, globalsecurity.org. 11 April 2013. Transclusion error: {{En}} is only for use in File namespace. Use {{lang-en}} or {{in lang|en}} instead.
  9. ^ "DUBAI: TAI launches study on Turkish-built next generation fighter". Reed Business Information, flightglobal.com. 11 April 2013. Transclusion error: {{En}} is only for use in File namespace. Use {{lang-en}} or {{in lang|en}} instead.
  10. ^ "Turkey ready to produce first national fighter jet". Feza Gazetecilik A.Ş., todayszaman.com. 15 June 2011. Transclusion error: {{En}} is only for use in File namespace. Use {{lang-en}} or {{in lang|en}} instead.
  11. ^ "Jet Trainer Aircraft and Fighter Aircraft Conceptual Design Project". SSM, ssm.gov.tr. 11 April 2013. Transclusion error: {{En}} is only for use in File namespace. Use {{lang-en}} or {{in lang|en}} instead.
  12. ^ "Deal for production of first Turkish fighter jet signed". Feza Gazetecilik A.Ş., todayszaman.com. 23 August 2011. Transclusion error: {{En}} is only for use in File namespace. Use {{lang-en}} or {{in lang|en}} instead.
  13. ^ "TAI Selects FLAMES for Conceptual Design". Ternion Corporation, ternion.com. 2 February 2012. Transclusion error: {{En}} is only for use in File namespace. Use {{lang-en}} or {{in lang|en}} instead.
  14. ^ "TAI Conducts FLAMES Training Event". Ternion Corporation, ternion.com. 29 March 2012. Transclusion error: {{En}} is only for use in File namespace. Use {{lang-en}} or {{in lang|en}} instead.
  15. ^ "Yerli uçak için çok önemli adım". Hürriyet Gazetecilik ve Matbaacılık A.Ş., hurriyet.com.tr. 20 March 2013. Template:Tr
  16. ^ "Türkiye SAAB ile Masaya Oturdu". Dünya Süper Veb Ofset A.Ş, dunya.com. 7 February 2013. Template:Tr
  17. ^ a b http://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/ain-defense-perspective/2013-05-17/future-turkish-fighter-concepts-revealed-idef-13
  18. ^ http://www.militaryfactory.com/aircraft/detail.asp?aircraft_id=1085

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