According to several reports, Türkiye is negotiating with Qatar to purchase up to 24 Eurofighter Typhoon Tranche 3A aircraft, as a stopgap solution while awaiting the domestic TF-Kaan fighter to become operational.
Talks between Ankara and Doha reportedly took place in early October to discuss pricing, logistics and technical support. The potential deal would require approval from the Eurofighter consortium—comprising the United Kingdom, Germany, Italy and Spain.
The acquisition would help the Turkish Air Force modernize its combat fleet, as many of its F-16C/Ds are approaching the end of their operational life. Ankara has already expressed interest in buying 40 new Typhoons directly from the UK, but those negotiations have slowed due to cost and delivery issues.
The aircraft currently in Qatar’s inventory were delivered between 2022 and 2024 and are among the most modern Typhoons in service, equipped with AESA radar and advanced defensive systems.
It is worth noting that the Turkish Air Force is already familiar with Qatar’s Typhoons, as they have frequently taken part in Turkish air exercises. Their most recent deployment to Türkiye was during the Anatolian Eagle 2025 exercise held last July.
If completed, the transfer would allow Türkiye to quickly strengthen its air capabilities while waiting for serial production of the Kaan to begin later in the decade.
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