What Happened
Supersonic Jet Trainer Takes To The Skies In Operational Configuration
The first production Hürjet advanced jet trainer, built for the Turkish Air Force, has completed its maiden flight, marking the start of flight testing for the aircraft in its operational configuration. Developed by Turkish Aerospace, Hürjet is a single-engine, tandem-seat supersonic aircraft designed for advanced and lead-in fighter training. The aircraft is intended to replace the ageing T-38 fleet and has also been associated with the eventual replacement of F-5 aircraft operated by the Turkish Stars aerobatic team. The Hürjet program was launched in 2017, with the first prototype making its maiden flight on April 25, 2023. This development was first reported by AeroTime.