Turkish FPV drone Azat impresses with successful field tests
A general view of the view of the FPV kamikaze drone AZAT produced by Robit Teknoloji, one of the unmanned aerial vehicle manufacturers in Ankara, Türkiye on July 12, 2024. (AA Photo(
Turkish FPV kamikaze drone Azat, developed within Türkiye’s defense industry and prepared for mass production, demonstrated its capabilities to delegations from four countries.
FPV (First Person View) drones allow pilots to steer the drone by viewing images through a virtual reality goggle or monitor in real-time. With these features, Azat, developed by Robit Technology, was successful in field tests.
In the demonstration, the Turkish FPV drone Azat completed its mission by reaching the designated targets and activating its explosives. The noiseless drone has a flight range of up to 4 kilometers and can stay in the air for 15 minutes. It provides safe operations with its interchangeable antenna system and indigenous flight control software. Its GPS-free design enables it to continue operating even in the event of a lost data connection.
80% Turkish-made FPV
Robit Technology’s Ziya Cogen stated that Azat has reached an 80% domestic contribution rate and has undergone extensive tests and revisions. All components of the drone are Turkish-developed and produced, as it sets off with the goal of export. Cogen stated that Azat supports various ammunition types and is suitable for different operational needs.
The company continues negotiations for the export of Azat and aims to realize the first FPV drone export of the Turkish defense industry.
