In a significant advancement for naval defense technologies, Roketsan has successfully tested its new HISAR-D Radio Frequency (RF) missile, which directly hit a sea-skimming target during a live-fire exercise. This successful demonstration marks a crucial step in establishing the missile as a prospective component of the Turkish Navy’s shipborne counter-drone and missile defense systems.
The tests were conducted aboard the TCG Istanbul-class frigate, highlighting the integration of the missile with the MIDLAS vertical launch system. Throughout the series of tests, Roketsan made various adjustments to the missile, suggesting an ongoing commitment to refining its capabilities in preparation for potential deployment within the naval fleet.
The success of the HISAR-D missile reinforces Turkey’s strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing its defense capabilities and technological advancements in maritime warfare. This achievement not only showcases the missile’s effectiveness but also strengthens the growing reputation of Turkey’s defense industry on a global scale.
As defense authorities and military planners evaluate the results, the HISAR-D missile’s potential role in bolstering Turkey’s naval security framework remains a focal point of discussion among defense analysts and military strategists.
