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Solo Turk: Turkish aerobatics team leader says their maneuvers are like 'painting in the air'

TEKNOFEST, Türkiye's premier technology and aerospace event, is not only your pass to cutting-edge technology and groundbreaking innovations, but also promises spectacular air shows to witness breathtaking aircraft formations in the sky. Last week's event in the Turkish capital Ankara featured mind-boggling mid-air stunts and maneuvers by Solo Turk, the aerobatic demonstration team of the Turkish Air Force, attracting onlookers from near and far.

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"To become a Solo Turk pilot, we go through tough training. Our training system is like a master-apprentice relationship," he said. The team prepared a special show for TEKNOFEST with its patented maneuvers such as Solo Turk takeoff, reverse takeoff, and Solo Turk Tono. Maj. Yasin Dikkule, another crew member, said "besides Solo Turk, we are fighter jet pilots, so we have a warrior spirit."