Turkey and Iran are developing drone carriers as a cost-effective alternative for power projection at sea, despite their limitations compared to traditional aircraft carriers.
According to Bryan Clark, both navies aim to utilize these carriers for attacking enemy forces and coastal targets, leveraging shore-based surveillance capabilities.
Turkey's ambition faced setbacks when the U.S. barred its access to the F-35B, prompting a shift in strategy towards a specialized drone carrier.
The development of the Bayraktar TB3 naval drone and the Kizilelma signifies Turkey's commitment to integrating homegrown technology into its naval strategy.
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