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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