Turkish Airlines Signs Agreement with HAVELSAN for 12 Flight Simulators

Turkish Airlines, the airline that flies to more countries than any other airline, aiming to grow its fleet to over 800 aircraft by 2033 in line with its strategic growth targets, signed an agreement with HAVELSAN for the supply of a total of 12 new simulators, comprising 8 Full Flight Simulators (FFS) and 4 Flight Training Devices (FTD).

Strategic Expansion
- Turkish Airlines plans to grow its fleet to 800+ aircraft by 2033.
- To match this growth, it signed a deal with HAVELSAN for 12 new simulators:
- 8 Full Flight Simulators (FFS)
- 4 Flight Training Devices (FTD)

Training Infrastructure
- Simulators will be housed in Turkish Airlines’ new simulator hangars (groundbreaking in Jan 2026, first phase operational in 2027).
- A Flight Training Center is scheduled for completion in 2028.
- By 2033, the center will be one of Europe’s largest, spanning three campuses.

Domestic Innovation
- All simulators are developed and manufactured in Türkiye.
- This strengthens local aviation technology and reduces reliance on foreign suppliers.
- HAVELSAN’s entry into wide-body flight simulation marks a milestone for Turkish aerospace.

Leadership Statements
- Prof. Murat Şeker (Turkish Airlines Chairman): Highlighted the goal of serving both Turkish Airlines and other carriers, while boosting Türkiye’s aviation ecosystem.
- Dr. Mehmet Akif Nacar (HAVELSAN GM): Emphasized trust from Turkish Airlines and commitment to advanced, high-quality simulation solutions.

Current Capability
- Turkish Airlines already operates HAVELSAN-built simulators for Airbus A320NEO/CEO, Boeing 737MAX, and Boeing 737NG — all certified to EASA Level D standards.
- The new order reflects confidence in HAVELSAN’s technology and expands pilot training capacity.

This move positions Turkish Airlines not just as a global leader in connectivity, but also as a hub for aviation training excellence.