Türkiye’s Bayraktar AKINCI drone passes flight tests with advanced radar VIDEO

Turkish defence company Baykar has successfully conducted flight tests for its heavy strike drone, the Bayraktar AKINCI, which successfully completed testing with the integrated Murad AESA radar, developed by ASELSAN.

The Bayraktar AKINCI drone successfully completed testing with the integrated Murad AESA radar, developed by ASELSAN, Caliber.Az reports, citing Baykar’s message on X.

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✅ Murad AESA Radar ile Test Uçuşu
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— BAYKAR (@BaykarTech) March 1, 2025

The MURAD 100-A radar employs Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) technology, offering flexible beam control. This advanced radar technology allows the Bayraktar AKINCI to perform both "air-to-air" and "air-to-ground" combat operations simultaneously, enhancing its multi-role capabilities. 

One of the key features of the Murad radar is its missile control function, specifically designed for BVR (Beyond Visual Range) engagements. This technology enables the drone to target enemy aircraft at long distances, potentially transforming the landscape of modern air warfare by increasing operational range and precision. 

The successful integration of the Murad AESA radar represents a significant advancement in the capabilities of the Bayraktar AKINCI, further solidifying its position as a powerful asset in Türkiye’s unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) fleet. 

The Bayraktar AKINCI is a cutting-edge heavy strike drone developed by the Turkish defense company Baykar. Designed for both intelligence gathering and precision strike missions, the AKINCI is equipped with advanced technology, including high-performance sensors, radar systems, and a range of precision-guided munitions. It is capable of carrying heavy payloads, including smart bombs and missiles, and is intended for a variety of roles, such as surveillance, reconnaissance, and air-to-ground combat.

By Naila Huseynova