Ankara, August 15, 2025-The Turkish defense industry reached a new technological milestone with the success of the shooting test conducted on the National Fregate of TCG İstanbul (F-515).
During the exercise, the ship fired the Hi̇sar-D RF air defense missile, launched from the national vertical launch system MİDLAStowards the air target without you, which succeeded.
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This shot marked the second time Hi̇sar-D RF was launched from TCG İstanbul with mi̇dlas, but in contrast to the first trial, this time the missile managed to destroy the target aircraft.
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This exercise shows the integration of the Turkish Defense Industry: STM is the main Fregate contractor, Sokessan develops Hi̇sar-D RF missiles and the Mi̇Dlas system, while Aselsan provides Cenk and Akep radar, as well as the shot control system.
Battle management is handled by the Adventist system from Havelsan.
According to the authority of the Defense Industry (SSB) presidency, this trial campaign validates Türkiye’s ability to develop a complete maritime solution, integrate missiles, sensors, and national command systems.
In the future, the integration of atmaca cruising missiles, long -distance missiles Si̇per Block I, and Torpedo ammunition into the MİDlas has been planned, which will significantly increase the Turkish Navy combat capacity.
Source and picture: x @aselsan. This content is produced with AI support and reviewed by the editorial team.
