Presidential Defense Industry President Ismail Demir, Defense and Aviation Industry Exporters Union organized by the "Global Strategies in Defense and Aviation Industry Conference" answered questions from members of the press came together.
the figures to be accessed in the defense and aerospace exports to the world events of Turkey, Demir says that depth on technology proven and mean to be announced, it is the technology level of perception abroad of the country would change.
Demir emphasized that the technologies and models developed here will have a positive impact on other sectors.
Stating that the defense industry can contribute to the studies carried out in the field of electric cars, Demir also stated that it is possible for the defense industry to benefit from these studies and make R & D together. Demir, "We know the future of electric motors in some products that we use in the defense industry. We have some future-oriented work on this issue." said.
Iron on the questions about products obtained from abroad in the defense industry, said:
"Recently, we have encountered attitudes such as slowdowns in various demands, extension of time, not sending some products. These have been beneficial for us in the long term. When we see the foreign dependence of a subject that has escaped our attention in the sub-components, we have found the opportunity to take immediate action to localize it. ' then we give 'or' we do not 'means for us flare flare. "
Turkey could be that pointing Iron among the best or the best in the world a number of areas, "Turkey, electronic warfare, electromagnetic systems, lasers, artificial intelligence and effort will be put forth in a number of areas such as software and the head at the world with an investment may go." found.
Atak's domestic engine will start at the end of 2020
National Combat Aircraft will come out of the hangar in 2023, ground tests and engine tests will begin to transfer iron, "the Turkish Armed Forces to use as a fleet with peace of mind is thought to be like 2028-2029." he said.
Demir said that a series of analyzes and evaluations were made with the countries that have the potential to become partners in the project, including whether the operational needs of that country would be met or not. "Talking about things early has hurt us in the long run," Demir said. used.
Demir said that the process for the license to be obtained from the USA in the sale of Atak helicopter to Pakistan continues.
"Bureaucratic procedures continues. Currently conscious there is a delay because we do not. An export most relevant to Pakistan from Turkey, we will wait and see the result. Such reviews of the attack motors question marks, export permits rather not see as clearly as we want our front in exports. TEI Atak and Gökbey will be used at the end of next year but this does not mean that they will be stuck in the helicopter. Then there is a detailed test process. We can say that the engine at the end of next year, but we can say that these parameters will take a little more time.
"Our walk is good, but we must run"
Iron indicating that a good walk of Turkey in the defense industry, "That's not enough when you consider the position we were walking. We really have to run. There are many targets to catch. Required parameters will allow to run to run, we need to put in place the muscle power of the natives. This human resources, to focus on strategic products. " said.
Stating that they aim to implement a multi-faceted, academy program to develop the human resources needed by the sector and to provide new equipment to those working in the sector, Demir stated that they are open to cooperating with various institutions for this purpose.
Iron, cyber security is also among the priority agenda items, noting that, said:
"Cyber security at many could shake the world market by doing rather than forces of weak companies, we aim to create structures that can bring voice. Turkey're tucking the ground that the Cyber Security Cluster. Long-term nature, Turkey and be able to come together in order to give confidence in the world market, combining the capabilities and business department We need to ensure that the public uses domestic products and then that the sector trusts local products. "
"Western admiration destroys product performances"
Iron found in West voicing admiration for Turkey's potential market, this admiration, he founded the political pressure of Western countries and stressed the need to weaken the dependence relationship established Western companies. Demir said:
"When you put all these things out, it seems difficult for you to come forward with your product only. As we show the performance of the products in the field, we show them various tests, especially when we show them our facilities. We talked to the prime minister in a country. We showed them, and even though we told them the same thing, his interest suddenly increased. "People believe what they see."
"SU-35 offer premature"
Ismail Demir, the partnership for Turkey on the F-35 is continuing, said that continued remarks about the aircraft to be taken. Pointing out that Turkey's gratifying to be in partnership with their counterparts from the removal of Iron, "I wonder if there is a mutual way he'll talk. I do not know what their attitude would be, but our attitude will be positive." he said.
Demir stated that F-35 and SU-35 planes do not have any similarities other than "35".
"These are not interchangeable planes. We are buying on this subject, it is not right to say. The other party wanted to make a proposal, we are also looking at this proposal. to evaluate this proposal, ask force. Masaya put new options but 'What a nice option, tomorrow we get to say' not possible. it SU-35're getting called to express is misleading both the public and the international arena 'is Turkey doing?' he took something. Such proposals should be very detailed, pages of the document to be found. It is too early, premature state. Press 'Turkey SU-35 took receivables' he leave something not very healthy orientation. "
"Cooperation starting with S-400 purchase can expand"
Ismail Demir, S-400 purchase process, pointing out that co-production and factors that determine the transfer of technology items, "then it is subject to Turkey's used as well where the experience gained in the process of developing its own system. Framework and dimensions of this means cooperating more as we continue this theme can also expand, depending on the compromise of the two sides, their attitude. " he said.
Tests conducted by the Air Force in Ankara in recent days, "S-400 was tested," he said exaggerating the launch of iron, said the usual steps in the process of the institution said.
Turkey's entire long-range high-altitude needs to include air defense system 4, stressed that more system corresponds Iron, "In this sense, we are talking about two systems. We need more system. We are trying to develop them as national. To fill the gap Meanwhile, If the Patriot offer comes in reasonable, acceptable terms, we'll review it. " used the phrase.
