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Turkish Aerospace Industries is a state-owned defense and aerospace technology company based near the capital Ankara.

The company produces both military and civilian aircraft and helicopters, as well as drone systems for the Turkish Armed Forces and others worldwide.

According to its website, TAI was created to reduce Turkey's dependence on foreign imports of aerospace technology for military purposes.

It is the company that was appointed by the NATO member as the licensed manufacturer of the F-16 fighter jets developed in the USA. Tai also plays a role in modernizing older aircraft for use by the Turkish military.

The company's two main owners are the Turkish Armed Forces and a civilian arm of the Turkish government tasked with improving its defense capabilities and managing military procurement.