Defense Industry Exports: February 2026

Turkey’s defense and aerospace industry continued to expand in 2026 with growing exports, new technologies, and increased international cooperation. According to official reports, the sector exported about 553 million dollars in February 2026. This performance shows the steady development of the industry and the rising demand for Turkish defense products in global markets.
Many Turkish defense companies produce different systems such as unmanned aerial vehicles, missiles, radar technologies, and electronic warfare equipment. These products are exported to many countries and support the sector’s economic growth. In addition, cooperation with European partners has increased. Reports indicate that Turkey has strengthened its position in the European defense market through new agreements and partnerships.
Technological progress is also visible in unmanned aerial systems. The Bayraktar Akinci unmanned combat aerial vehicle reached 150,000 flight hours. This milestone demonstrates the platform’s operational use and reliability. Another important project is Bayraktar Kizilelma, which recently received an electronic protection system described as an electronic shield. This system is designed to improve the aircraft’s protection against electronic threats.
Missile development is another significant area. The Cenk missile, which is reported to have a range of around 2,000 kilometers, represents a new long-range strike capability for Turkey. Defense analysts consider such systems part of a broader modernization process.
Regional security developments also highlight the importance of air defense. Reports stated that ballistic ammunition launched from Iran toward Turkish airspace was intercepted and neutralized by defense systems. This event demonstrated the role of air defense technologies and monitoring systems.
Overall, current data show that Turkey’s defense industry continues to grow through exports, technological innovation, and expanding international cooperation.



References

https://www.savunmasanayist.com/savunma-sanayii-ihracati-subat-2026

https://www.defenceturk.net/savunma-ve-havacilik-sanayii-ihracat-artisini-surdurdu