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Turkish Pilots Start Eurofighter Training with RAF

September 28, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Turkish Air Force pilots begin Eurofighter Typhoon training with RAF.
Training takes place at RAF Coningsby in Lincolnshire.
Pilots will spend up to nine months in conversion training.
Turkey signed a £8 billion deal for 20 Typhoon fighter jets in 2025.

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Strategic Implications

This training program may indicate a deepening of NATO cooperation and could strengthen Turkish air defense capabilities. The agreement suggests a significant investment in Turkey's combat air power, which could have implications for regional security and may enhance the strategic partnership between the UK and Turkish air forces.

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What Happened

UK-Based Training Program Strengthens NATO Ties and Turkish Air Power

The Turkish Air Force has begun training its pilots on the Eurofighter Typhoon with the Royal Air Force (RAF) in the United Kingdom. Two combat pilots from Turkey have arrived at RAF Coningsby in Lincolnshire to start their conversion training, which will take up to nine months. The training is part of a £8 billion deal signed in 2025 for 20 Typhoon fighter jets and associated support. The agreement is expected to strengthen Turkey’s national combat air capabilities and bolster NATO’s presence in the region. This development was first reported by AeroTime.

Source | Originally Published: September 27, 2026

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