What DASAL Aviation Technologies does

DASAL Aviation Technologies (DASAL Havacılık Teknolojileri A.Ş.) is a Turkish defense company founded in 2012, originally as a joint venture between ASELSAN and Altınay Technology Group, and now a wholly-owned subsidiary of Altınay Savunma Teknolojileri following the October 2024 acquisition of ASELSAN's 49% stake. The company designs and manufactures rotary-wing unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) systems across all weight classes from micro to heavy (payload capacities from 2 kg to 150 kg), with five core platform families: PEREGRINE (micro-class loitering munition), ARIKUŞU/BEE EATER and KIRLANGIÇ-X4A (light-class ISR), ALKARA (autonomous anti-drone defense), FALCON (medium-class multi-role), and PUHU C75/C100 plus CONDOR C150 (heavy-class cargo UAVs).

DASAL's underlying technology stack combines multi-rotor airframe design, autonomous flight control, electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) sensing, AI-powered target recognition, and specialized subsystems including fiber-optic tethered communications for electronic warfare resistance and anti-jammer/GNSS repeater countermeasures. The FALCON platform received an iF International Forum Design Award in 2022. The company has integrated TÜBİTAK SAGE's TOGAN weapon system onto three UAV weight classes, and develops dedicated counter-UAS solutions (ALKARA, FALCON-DAD). Domestic localization rates reach up to 90% on products like KARGO 150.

The business model is direct B2B sales to government and military customers through customary quotation-based procurement contracts, supplemented by custom engineering and weapon system integration services. Revenue streams are not publicly disclosed. Go-to-market centers on international defense exhibitions (IDEF, SAHA EXPO, LIMA, Indo Defence, NATO events) and direct engagement with Turkish Armed Forces, security forces, gendarmerie, coast guard, and Kızılay (Turkish Red Crescent) for healthcare logistics. Strategic regional partners (PM Defence in Malaysia, PM Arms & Ammunition) support Southeast Asian market expansion. The headquarters is at Teknopark İstanbul, with an additional presence in Ankara.

Name

DASAL Aviation Technologies

Legal name

DASAL Havacılık Teknolojileri A.Ş.

Website

https://dasal.com.tr

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

DASAL Aviation Technologies is a Turkish defense company that designs and manufactures rotary-wing UAVs from micro to heavy class (2-150 kg payload) for military, security, and emergency logistics customers, operating as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Altınay Savunma Teknolojileri.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (Defense Drones)

NAICS

Aircraft Manufacturing (336411), Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing (33641), Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing (336414)

SIC

Aircraft (3721), Aircraft & Parts (3720), Guided Missiles & Space Vehicles & Parts (3760)

akta.pro primary industry

Military Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) & Autonomous Aerial Platforms (IMABAMAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Autonomous Flight Control & Guidance Systems (UAS/Urban Air Mobility) (IMABAFAO), UAS Integration, Certification & Compliance Systems (Remote ID, Detect-and-Avoid) (IMABAIAO), UAS Power Systems & Propulsion (Motors, ESCs, Batteries, Fuel Cells) (IMABAIAK)

Keywords

• Unmanned aerial vehicles
• Rotary-wing drones
• Anti-drone defense systems
• Cargo UAVs
• Tactical reconnaissance drones

Headquarters

HQ city

Pendik

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. UAV Hardware Sales: Direct sales of rotary-wing UAV platforms across weight classes (micro to heavy-class with 800+ kg takeoff weight) to military, government, and commercial customers.
2. Custom Engineering and Integration Services: Custom development, system integration, and weapon system integration services (e.g., TOGAN weapon system integration on UAV platforms) for specific customer requirements.
3. Payload and Mission Equipment: Sales of specialized payloads including cameras, agricultural sprayers, cargo modules, medical equipment, and military-grade mission equipment.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

DASAL Aviation Technologies designs, develops, and manufactures rotary-wing unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) across all weight classes from micro to heavy-class platforms. The product portfolio spans PEREGRINE micro-class loitering munitions, BEE EATER/ARIKUŞU and KIRLANGIÇ-X4A light-class ISR platforms, ALKARA autonomous anti-drone defense systems, FALCON medium-class multi-role UAVs, and PUHU/CONDOR heavy-class cargo UAVs with payload capacities from 75 kg to 150 kg. The company also provides custom engineering and weapon system integration services for military and government customers.

Product overview

DASAL Aviation Technologies is a Turkish defense company developing and manufacturing rotary-wing unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) systems across all weight classes from micro to heavy. The product portfolio centers on five core platform families: PEREGRINE (micro-class loitering munition), BEE EATER/ARIKUŞU and KIRLANGIÇ-X4A (light-class ISR platforms), ALKARA (autonomous anti-drone system), FALCON (medium-class multi-role platform including FALCON-DAD drone-hunter variant), and PUHU/CONDOR (heavy-class cargo UAVs ranging from 75 kg to 150 kg payload capacity). All platforms share common technological foundations including advanced electro-optical systems, autonomous flight capabilities, and modular design principles. The company operates as a subsidiary of Altınay Defense Technologies following acquisition of ASELSAN's stake in October 2024, and serves military, law enforcement, and civilian markets for air defense, cargo/logistics, ISR, and tactical support missions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• PEREGRINE: Micro-class rotary-wing UAV/loitering munition
• BEE EATER
• KIRLANGIÇ
• ALKARA
• FALCON
• PUHU
• CONDOR
• FALCON-DAD

Products and services

• PEREGRINE Rotary-wing micro-class loitering munition UAV for military customers, offering up to 25 minutes endurance with anti-personnel payload (45 minutes without munitions). Available in multiple configurations including fiber-optic tethered, dual-camera night ops, and gimbal camera variants for reconnaissance and electronic warfare-resistant operations.
• BEE EATER (ARIKUŞU) Next-generation lightweight UAV system for reconnaissance, surveillance, and intelligence operations. Easily portable by a single operator with autonomous takeoff and landing on docking stations moving at speeds up to 30 km/h, and automated battery swapping for continuous mission endurance.
• KIRLANGIÇ-X4A High-performance tactical reconnaissance, surveillance, and intelligence UAV with long-range capability and high resistance to harsh environmental conditions. Modular design with lightweight structure for single-operator transport and rapid deployment. Actively used by gendarmerie and coast guard units.
• ALKARA Autonomous anti-drone defense system integrating with radar systems to detect drone threats, autonomously take off, and neutralize targets using integrated 360-degree high-explosive fragmentation munition. AI-powered with target recognition and mission autonomy, specifically developed to counter FPV drone threats for military and security forces.
• FALCON Rotary-wing medium-class UAV with iF Design Award 2022-winning compact carbon fiber design. Features built-in sensors for autonomous operation in adverse weather, 15 kg payload capacity, and 25-minute flight time. Supports multiple applications including agricultural spraying, cargo delivery, medical equipment transport, and communication relay for military and commercial customers.
• PUHU C75 Heavy-class rotary-wing cargo UAV with 75 kg payload capacity. Features automatic hook system and GNSS-independent navigation for rapid and secure delivery of critical supplies in field conditions.
• PUHU C100 Next-generation rotary-wing cargo UAV with 100 kg payload capacity, speeds up to 90 km/h, over 30 km one-way range, day/night operational capability, smart battery management with fast-charging system, and foldable arm architecture for compact storage and deployment. Unveiled at IDEF 2025.
• CONDOR C150 Heavy-class rotary-wing UAV and Turkey's first cargo UAV (originally KARGO 150), with 150 kg payload capacity and 40 km operational radius. Octagonal design with eight engines and eight arms for all logistics operational duties.
• ISR Solutions Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance solutions utilizing rotary-wing UAVs with advanced electro-optical systems, autonomous flight capabilities, and compact design. Provides uninterrupted situational awareness for mobile units, border surveillance, base security, and critical infrastructure protection for military and security forces.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 90% localization rate on products like KARGO 150
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability4 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• SAGLAMTEK AviationcoreTechnology or Integration · 28 July 2025Strategic cooperation agreement signed at IDEF 2025 for development of Anti-Jammer systems, GNSS Repeaters, and RF technologies for UAV platform integration. Aims to enhance UAV capabilities for electronic warfare environments and deliver innovative solutions to Türkiye's defense industry.
• PM DefencecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 May 2025Strategic defense industry partnership for Malaysian market development. DASAL and PM Defence expanded their earlier MoU into a comprehensive cooperation agreement, with products like Kırlangıç-X4A and Falcon-MD60 showcased at LIMA 2025. PM Defence serves as DASAL's primary partner for Southeast Asian defense market access.
• Altınay Defense TechnologiescoreOthers · 25 October 2024Parent company after acquiring 100% ownership of DASAL. Previously held 51% stake; acquired ASELSAN's 49% stake at SAHA EXPO 2024. Leading DASAL's expansion in sub-cloud UAVs and multi-rotor drone solutions.
• PM Arms & AmmunitionmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 June 2024Memorandum of understanding signed to boost export opportunities particularly in Malaysian market and strengthen regional trade activities. Witnessed by Malaysian Minister of Defence, with DASAL General Manager Murat Koç and PM Arms Chairman Dato' Hj Bastien Bin Onn signing.
• Kızılay LogisticsmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 15 February 2022Cooperation protocol for utilizing DASAL's UAV fleet (KARGO 15, KARGO 75, KARGO 150) for emergency healthcare logistics including blood transport between hospitals and blood centers.
• TÜBİTAK SAGEcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 8 December 2021Cooperation protocol for TOGAN weapon system integration on DASAL UAV platforms across three weight classes with different carrying capacities (15 kg, 75 kg, and 150 kg). Heavy-class UAVs can carry 8-12 TOGAN ammunition advancing at 100 km speed with 40 km range.
• Anavatan DefenseminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerParticipated in signing ceremony with DASAL and PM Arms & Ammunition for Malaysia defense cooperation, represented by General Manager Cenk Tarhun.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Baykar: Turkey's leading military UAV manufacturer (Bayraktar TB2, TB3, Kızılelma), dominating Turkish defense UAV exports. While Baykar's portfolio is heavier on fixed-wing combat UAVs versus DASAL's rotary-wing focus, both compete directly for Turkish military procurement budgets and NATO-aligned defense export markets.
• Tekever: Portugal-based UAV company with operations in Turkey and the UK, offering fixed-wing and rotary UAVs for defense and security applications. Comparable in target market (defense/security), dual-use mission profile, and international expansion strategy.
• Schiebel: Austrian manufacturer of the Camcopter S-100, a rotary-wing UAV widely used in military and civilian applications. The closest direct competitor to DASAL's rotary-wing multi-rotor platforms in product category, mission profile, and international defense customer base.
• STM Savunma Teknolojileri Mühendislik: Turkish defense engineering company offering UAV systems, naval platforms, and cyber solutions. Competes with DASAL for Turkish defense UAV contracts and shares the same B2B/government GTM motion and customer base.

Broad incumbents

• ASELSAN: Turkey's premier defense electronics company and former 49% shareholder of DASAL. Provides sensors, communications, and electronic warfare systems that compete with and complement DASAL's offerings, and shapes Turkish defense procurement as a prime contractor.
• TUSAŞ (Turkish Aerospace Industries): Turkey's flagship aerospace company producing fixed-wing aircraft (including Anka UAV series), helicopters, and space systems. Larger and broader portfolio than DASAL but operates in the same Turkish defense ecosystem and competes for similar procurement budgets and NATO-aligned export opportunities.
• Lockheed Martin: Global defense prime with K-MAX autonomous cargo helicopter and broader UAV portfolio. Competes in the cargo UAV mission space targeted by PUHU C100 and CONDOR C150, and possesses the scale and government relationships that DASAL would seek to challenge over time.
• Altınay Savunma Teknolojileri: DASAL's 100% parent company since October 2024. Broader Turkish defense group providing engineering, manufacturing, and systems integration capabilities that complement DASAL's UAV focus and enable cross-portfolio customer access.

Others

• Roketsan: Turkish defense company specializing in missile and rocket systems. Functions as an ecosystem partner in Turkish defense (analogous to TÜBİTAK SAGE for weapon integration) rather than direct UAV competitor, but shares the Turkish defense market context and customer relationships.

Emerging players

• Threod Systems: Estonian UAV manufacturer specializing in tactical rotary-wing and fixed-wing UAVs for defense and security markets. Comparable in mission profile (tactical ISR, multi-rotor) and European defense customer focus, though smaller in scale and portfolio breadth.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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