ANKA-S
Type: Surveillance UAV
Domain: air
Country of Origin: Türkiye
Manufacturer: TAI (Turkish Aerospace Industries)
Overview
The TAI Anka-S is a medium-altitude long-endurance (MALE) unmanned aerial vehicle developed by Turkish Aerospace Industries. Equipped with satellite communication for beyond-line-of-sight operations, it can carry a variety of precision-guided munitions including MAM-L and MAM-C smart micro munitions. The Anka-S represents a significant leap in Turkish indigenous drone technology.
Technical Specifications
| engine | PD-170 Turbodiesel |
|---|---|
| length | 8.6 m |
| ceiling | 30,000 ft |
| payload | 200 kg |
| wingspan | 17.5 m |
| endurance | 24+ hours |
| max_speed | 217 km/h |
| communication | SATCOM Beyond-Line-of-Sight |
Operators
- Tunisia
- Türkiye
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