Şimşek

Type: Target / Kamikaze Drone

Domain: air

Country of Origin: Turkey

Manufacturer: Roketsan

Overview

Jet-powered target drone and expendable attack UAV. Originally developed as an aerial target for air defense training, later adapted for kamikaze strike missions. Capable of high-speed maneuvering to simulate enemy aircraft and cruise missiles.

Operators

Türkiye

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