Spain explores Turkish KAAN fighter jet after abandoning F-35
Madrid is considering acquiring the TAI KAAN fighter jet as an alternative to the F-35 Lightning II, as the European Future Combat Air System program […]
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Madrid invests €3.7 billion and chooses the Turkish Hürjet
Spain is modernizing its military pilot training with 45 Turkish Hürjets and strengthening Airbus on six major aeronautical programs. Summary Spain has approved a €3.7 […]
Spain cancels a €700 million contract for Israeli rocket launchers from Elbit Systems
Madrid reneges on contract with Elbit Systems for Israeli-licensed rocket launchers. Analysis of the reasons, impacts, and strategic implications. Summary The Spanish government has canceled […]
Spain abandons the F-35 and injects €10 billion into European industry
Spain abandons the American F-35 in favor of the SCAF and Eurofighter, adopting a strategy of European military sovereignty. On August 6, 2025, Spain officially […]
Spain acquires 30 Hürjets: a leap forward for Turkish aerospace
Spain has signed an agreement with TAI and Airbus for 30 Hürjet supersonic training aircraft. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in 2028, strengthening industrial cooperation. […]
Spain looks for a fighter trainer
Spain is exploring options to replace the F-5 trainer aircraft, with candidates including the Boeing T-7 and Leonardo M-346, to prepare future fighter pilots. Spain […]