A business jet has been given a new life as Turkey’s first dedicated stand-off jammer (SOJ), marking its maiden flight and a key milestone in the country’s airborne electronic warfare (EW) capabilities.
Built on a Bombardier Global 6000 plane, the HAVA SOJ is designed to disrupt enemy communications without needing to cross into hostile airspace.
Its systems employ both jamming and deception attacks against traditional and modern networks, all while staying out of sight and off the radar.
Onboard mission systems detect, identify, and track radar emissions across multiple domains, enabling precise EW operations.
Integrated with escorting, airborne, and stand-in capabilities, the HAVA SOJ can work alongside numerous unmanned systems and other EW platforms as a force multiplier.
Turkey reportedly aims to achieve full operational capability by the end of this year.
Airborne Jamming Force
The HAVA SOJ is the first of four EW aircraft planned for delivery to Turkish forces, forming what would become a dedicated airborne SOJ fleet.
Together, these platforms are intended to clear the way for unmanned combat aerial vehicles conducting strike missions.
To support the program, Turkey’s Secretariat of Defence Industries is overseeing not only aircraft development but also the construction of specialized hangars, squadron facilities, and a dedicated training center.
Beyond business jets, the country is also converting drones for EW missions, expanding its airborne jamming toolkit.
