Overview
- The UK and Türkiye signed in London on Wednesday a multi‑billion‑pound training and support pact that activates Türkiye’s October 2025 order for 20 Eurofighter Typhoons.
- BAE Systems said it secured a £2.5 billion contract to provide spares, high‑fidelity simulators, electronic‑warfare equipment, and training services.
- The programme will train 10 Turkish pilots and nearly 100 ground technicians in the UK across mechanical, avionics, weapons, and mission systems.
- Final assembly for the Turkish jets will occur at BAE’s Warton and Samlesbury sites, with 37% UK content and government estimates of about 20,000 UK jobs supported across the supply chain.
- Manufacturing has begun with the first delivery planned for 2030, and an initial three‑year technical support period from entry into service is intended to build Türkiye’s in‑country sustainment and strengthen NATO air power.