Eurofighter, Europe’s largest and most ambitious defense program, may soon count Türkiye among its partners. Speaking to defensehere.com, Ivan González Exposito, Head of Eurofighter Sales at Airbus, underlined the significance of Türkiye’s interest in the project and the mutual benefits such a partnership could bring.
With over 600 aircraft delivered and nearly one million flight hours accumulated, the Eurofighter Typhoon is a cornerstone of European airpower. Operated by the four founding nations—Germany, the UK, Italy, and Spain—the aircraft is central to NATO and regional operations, performing both air-to-air and air-to-ground missions across Europe and the Middle East.
According to González Exposito, Türkiye sees the Eurofighter not just as a platform, but as an entry point into a long-standing multinational ecosystem supported by strong industrial and political backing. He emphasized that Türkiye’s operational experience, particularly in the Middle East and Mediterranean, would significantly contribute to the Eurofighter community. In return, the Turkish Air Force would gain access to a combat-proven, multirole aircraft platform with extensive integration experience involving European and American weapons systems.
González Exposito noted that cooperation is being pursued through a government-to-government process, led by the UK with industrial support from BAE Systems and Airbus. Türkiye’s inclusion is viewed as a natural fit, aligning with the future development path of the Eurofighter and strengthening the collective capabilities of partner nations.
The Eurofighter’s continued evolution—through its adaptability, combat track record, and joint operations alongside platforms like the F-35, Rafale, and F-16—adds further weight to its appeal among air forces seeking both operational versatility and strategic alignment.
You can watch the full interview with Ivan González Exposito below: