What is Turkish Aerospace Industries?published at 15:40 British Summer Time
Turkish Aerospace Industries is a state-owned arms and aerospace technology company based near the capital Ankara.
The firm produces both military and civilian planes and helicopters, as well as drone systems for the Turkish armed forces and others worldwide.
Tai was launched, according to its website, to reduce Turkey’s reliance on foreign imports of aerospace technology for military uses.
It is the company designated by the Nato member to be the licenced manufacturer for the US-designed F-16 fighter jets. Tai also plays a role in modernising older aircraft for use by the Turkish military.
The firm’s two principle owners are the Turkish Armed Forces and a civilian arm of the Turkey’s government charged with improving its defence capabilities and manage military procurement.