Türkiye is set to begin production of its BAHA unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) in Egypt under a licensing agreement between the two countries, according to a report by an Israeli military outlet. The partnership aims to boost Egypt’s intelligence-gathering capabilities with technology similar to that used by the Turkish military.
The BAHA drone, developed by Turkish defense firm HAVELSAN, was officially inducted into the Turkish armed forces earlier this year. It features vertical takeoff and landing, hybrid propulsion, and a flight range of two to six hours depending on the model. Designed for reconnaissance, surveillance, and intelligence missions, it also supports civilian operations such as search and rescue and environmental monitoring.
The agreement may also pave the way for exporting the drones to third-party markets. This cooperation aligns with Cairo’s broader strategy to strengthen its unmanned aerial systems capabilities. Türkiye has previously exported drone technology to countries across Africa, Central Asia, and the Middle East.