23.07.2025 10:20
A critical threshold has been crossed regarding the Eurofighter Typhoon fighter jets, which have been on Turkey's agenda for a long time. With Germany's approval, the procurement process for 40 units has begun, and this move is expected to provide strategic contributions to Turkey's defense industry and air power. While concerned statements have come from Israel and Greece, the Israeli press reported that Turkey is close to a major agreement.
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Turkey's application to acquire 40 Eurofighter Typhoon fighter jets has been approved by Germany. According to the respected German publication Der Spiegel, the Federal Security Council of Germany has officially responded positively to Turkey's preliminary request. The Eurofighter fighter jets, which are on Turkey's agenda, are expected to make a significant contribution to the defense industry.
PRODUCTION WILL BE DONE IN ENGLAND
Eurofighter Typhoon aircraft are produced by a consortium formed by Germany, the United Kingdom, Italy, and Spain. The assembly of these aircraft will be carried out in England, and the supply will be provided through Germany. The process will proceed with a multilateral cooperation between Germany, the United Kingdom, and Turkey.
WILL PROVIDE STRATEGIC CONTRIBUTION TO AIR FORCES
Turkey's move is seen as an important step in the modernization of its air forces. The Eurofighter Typhoon is among NATO's most advanced fighter jets, with high maneuverability, advanced radar systems, and multi-role mission capability. The inclusion of these aircraft into Turkey's inventory will provide a strategic contribution to regional air power.
ISRAEL AND GREECE ARE CONCERNED
After Germany approved Turkey's preliminary request for the acquisition of Eurofighter Typhoon fighter jets, attention turned to the Europe-based consortium. Eurofighter production is currently limited to 14 jets per year. However, with Turkey's potential order, there are plans to increase this capacity to 20 and then to 30.
It is noted that Turkey's demand could not only accelerate production but also speed up negotiations the consortium is conducting with other buyers like Qatar and Austria. Thus, Turkey's approach to the agreement has created a strategic momentum for the Eurofighter consortium. Israel's Maariv newspaper stated that Turkey is "close to a major deal" for the Eurofighters. The report mentioned that Greece and Israel are concerned about the strengthening of the Turkish Air Force.
"A DANGEROUS BALANCE IS BEING ESTABLISHED"
Turkey's Eurofighter move has particularly stirred the political agenda in Israel. Former Israeli Prime Minister and leader of the Yesh Atid Party, Yair Lapid, criticized Germany and the United Kingdom for approving this sale in a statement on his social media account.
Lapid stated, "If Israel had a functioning Foreign Ministry or a normal government, this deal would have been blocked. Turkey already has the largest navy in the Middle East. Now its goal is to establish superiority in the airspace as well. This is a very dangerous development, and our dysfunctional government is remaining passive."
Israel's leading publication, Maariv, also reported that Turkey is "very close to a major deal" for the Eurofighters. The report indicated that both Israel and Greece are concerned about the serious power gain of the Turkish Air Force following this acquisition.
WHAT ARE THE FEATURES OF EUROFIGHTER TYPHOON?
The Eurofighter Typhoon, which Turkey has entered the procurement process for, is among the most advanced fighter jets in Europe. Developed by Germany, the United Kingdom, Italy, and Spain, this aircraft stands out as an important product of multinational defense cooperation. The Eurofighter Typhoon project is a European joint defense initiative that began in the 1990s. The production and development process of the aircraft is carried out by three main companies: Airbus Defence and Space (Germany & Spain), BAE Systems (United Kingdom), and Leonardo (Italy). The Eurofighter Typhoon is actively used not only by the producing countries but also by many other countries, including Germany, the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, and Austria.
The Eurofighter Typhoon is a multi-role fighter aircraft designed for both air-to-air and air-to-ground missions. Here are its prominent technical specifications:
Maximum Speed: Mach 2 (approximately 2,495 km/h)
Range: 2,900 km (can be further increased with air refueling)
Ceiling Altitude: 16,764 meters
Engine: 2 × Eurojet EJ200 turbofan
Radar: Captor-E AESA radar (in new generation models)
Air Refueling: Available
Weapon Systems:
Short and medium-range air-to-air missiles such as Meteor and AIM-120 AMRAAM
Cruise missiles and precision-guided bombs
27 mm Mauser BK-27 cannon
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