Türkiye's Baykar tests Kızılelma fighter jet PHOTO / VIDEO

The Turkish Baykar company continues actively developing its unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and recently released a video showcasing the testing of Bayraktar KIZILELMA PT-3 unmanned fighter jet. 

"The takeoff and landing tests were successful," Caliber.Az reports, citing Baykar company’s message on X. 

Bayraktar #KIZILELMA PT-3 ✈️🚀🍎

✅ Teker Kesme Testi
✅ Takeoff & Land Test#MilliTeknolojiHamlesi 🌍🇹🇷 pic.twitter.com/GFFBGAG6Dk

— BAYKAR (@BaykarTech) September 18, 2024

However, the company did not disclose additional details regarding the project progress. A key feature of this drone is its ability to carry a wide range of armaments, including air-to-air and air-to-surface missiles, as well as various types of bombs. 

This versatility makes it a formidable combat platform capable of conducting both aerial and ground missions. One of the significant advantages of Kızılelma is its ability to take off and land on ships with short runways, greatly enhancing its operational capabilities. Moreover, it is designed to effectively engage aerial targets, positioning it as an essential component in both defence and offensive operations.

Characteristics of the Bayraktar Kızılelma drone: 

• Maximum Speed: 900 km/h
• Cruising Speed: 740 km/h 
• Combat Range: 930 km 
• Flight Time: 5 hours 
• Maximum Altitude: 12,000 m 
• Operational Altitude: 10,668 m

By Naila Huseynova