Baykar has developed the Bayraktar TB2T-AI, a turbo-powered version of Türkiye’s first indigenous UCAV, equipped with advanced AI systems. The aircraft has undergone successful test flights in Keşan, demonstrating its high-altitude, high-speed and autonomous flight capabilities.

Fitted with a turbo engine, the Bayraktar TB2T-AI climbed beyond 30,318 feet, setting a new altitude record. It can also reach a top speed of 160 knots (300 km/h) and benefits from an expanded payload capacity, making it more effective in combat operations.

With three integrated AI computers, the aircraft can perform autonomous takeoff and landing, navigate terrain visually and conduct target analysis. It also features dynamic route planning and can return to base in emergencies, improving operational safety.

The Bayraktar TB2 UCAV, in service since 2014, has now surpassed one million flight hours and is deployed by the Turkish Armed Forces, law enforcement agencies and emergency response units. It has been used in international conflicts, disaster response and wildfire prevention efforts.

Expanding its global presence, the Bayraktar TB2 has been adopted by six NATO allies and four EU nations, securing export deals with 34 countries. Baykar’s defense exports reached $1.8 billion in both 2023 and 2024, reinforcing its position as a leading UAV exporter.