INTRODUCTION

The TAI Anka-3, a flying wing stealth unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV) developed by Turkish Aerospace Industries, showcases Türkiye’s bold vision for next-generation military aviation. As part of Project MIUS, alongside the Bayraktar Kizilelma, the Anka-3 represents a leap forward in stealth, performance, and combat capabilities.

A Supersonic Vision

While the real-life Anka-3 is currently subsonic with plans for supersonic enhancements, this design envisions it fully capable of breaking the sound barrier. Featuring advanced propulsion systems, realistic afterburners, and a simulated sonic boom effect, the supersonic Anka-3 delivers an unmatched immersive experience.

Advanced Features

Key highlights of this design include:

• Camera-Controlled System: A user-controlled camera enhances the experience, allowing you to freely look around by swiping your screen, putting you in the pilot’s seat of this cutting-edge UCAV.

• Automatic Missile Bay: The stealthy internal bay holds 22× L-UMTAS missiles, opening automatically upon target lock for seamless operation.

(L-UMTAS missile)

• Immersive Experience: This model features advanced control surfaces that integrate seamlessly into the stealth design. Airbraking is achieved without additional panels, using the aircraft's control surfaces to maintain both functionality and aerodynamic efficiency.

Characteristics:

Project Details

Role: Stealth unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV)

National Origin: Turkey 🇹🇷

Manufacturer: Turkish Aerospace Industries

Status: Prototype flight testing

First Flight: 28 December 2023

Introduction: Expected in 2026

Number Built: 2 prototypes

Dimensions:

Length: 17.5 meters

Wingspan: 8 meters

Performance:

Cruise Speed: 250 knots (460 km/h)

Maximum Airspeed: 450 knots (830 km/h)

Service Ceiling: 12,000 meters (39,000 ft)

Maximum Ceiling: 40,000 ft (12,000 m)

Payload and Armament:

Maximum Takeoff Weight: 6.5 tonnes

Payload Capacity: 1,200–1,300 kg

*Weapon Compatibility: *

SOM-J

MAM

Mk82 bombs

Bunker busters

Internal Weapon Bay Capacity: Capable of carrying various munitions

Operational Capabilities:

*Primary Roles: *

Air-to-Ground Combat

Air-to-Air Combat

Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR)

Electronic Warfare

Endurance: Up to 10 hours

Control Options: Line-of-sight and beyond-line-of-sight autonomous operations

Radar Signature: Low radar signature for enhanced survivability

Future Developments:

Planned upgrades with TEI TF-10000 turbofan engines to enable supersonic capabilities.

Larger variants with increased payload capacity are under consideration.

Notable Milestones:

Successful live-fire tests with precision strikes, using advanced systems like the AF500 electro-optic camera and Teber-82 guidance kit.

Collaborative efforts with Aselsan and Roketsan for weapon integration and sensor systems.

Integration into the broader Turkish drone ecosystem, including coordination with Simsek and Süper Simsek drones.

This list captures the Anka-3's specifications, operational goals, and development trajectory based on the provided information.

The Anka-3 is not just a powerful combat platform; it embodies Türkiye’s commitment to advancing its domestic defense industry. With its stealth, versatility, and envisioned supersonic capabilities, the Anka-3 represents the future of aerial warfare.

Photo Gallery

Controls

AG1> Circle on target mode (use at high speeds)
AG2> Gyro
AG3> Weapon Bay

(Funky trees of sonic boom are from dhtv587)