Ankara, Jun 11 (AP) Turkey will export 48 of its nationally-produced KAAN fighter jets to Indonesia, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced on Wednesday, marking the first export deal for the advanced aircraft that is still in the development stage.

Erdogan said in an X post that the 48 KAAN fighter jets would be manufactured in Turkey and exported to Indonesia, adding that Indonesia's “local capabilities” would be integrated into the production process.

The Turkish leader didn't elaborate or disclose the financial details of the agreement.

The deal came on the sidelines of the defence industry exposition, Indo Defence 2025, in Jakarta, Turkey's Sabah newspaper reported.

“This agreement showcases the progress and achievements of our domestic and national defence industry,” Erdogan said. He also praised Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto for his role in securing the agreement.

Turkey's first indigenous fifth-generation fighter jet, the KAAN successfully completed its maiden flight in 2024. Its first units are expected to be delivered in 2028.

The deal came amid growing economic and defence ties between Turkey and Indonesia. Earlier this year, the two countries agreed on the joint development of a Baykar combat-drone factory in Indonesia.

Pakistan and Azerbaijan, which also have strong defence ties with Turkey, are reported to be interested in purchasing KAAN fighters. (AP) RD RD

Defense export: Turkey to supply multiple domestically produced KAAN fighters to Indonesia, integrating local production capabilities. Turkey will export KAAN fighter aircraft to Indonesia, with the jets manufactured in Turkey and Indonesian local capabilities integrated into production. The sale is the KAAN program's first reported export while still in development; the aircraft completed a maiden flight in 2024 and initial deliveries are expected in 2028. Financial details were not disclosed. The announcement was made at Indo Defence 2025 and follows earlier bilateral defence-industrial cooperation, including a joint drone-factory initiative.