Turkish TB2 Combat Drones Secure $321 Million Contract From Romania

27 / 4 / 2023

Romania's Ministry of National Defense has awarded a $321m contract to Turkish firm Baykar for TB2 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).

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Last year, the ministry announced its plans to procure three TB2 drone packages from Baykar Makina

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worth $300m, subject to parliamentary approval.

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The contract includes six aerial platforms with target engagement capabilities for each system

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as well as initial logistical support, necessary training and equipment.

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The drones are set to be delivered to Timisoara, where the Romanian Air Force operated the 93rd Air Base.

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Romania's defense budget will increase to 2.5% of GDP in 2023.

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