Indigenous Technology,
Global Vision
Founded in 2015, Lapis Aviation Technologies Inc. is a defense industry company developing original Turkish technology through fully indigenous engineering in unmanned aerial vehicles, gyro-stabilized gimbal systems, and integrated ground control solutions.
An Original Contribution to the Turkish Defense Industry
Established in Ankara in December 2015, Lapis Aviation was founded on the belief that we could deliver faster, original and indigenous solutions in unmanned systems and imaging technologies for both defense and civilian use. Our R&D center at Ankara İvedik Teknopark brings together mechanical, hardware, software and systems design engineers for rotary-wing, fixed-wing and VTOL platforms as well as 2- and 3-axis gimbal systems.
In early 2020 we brought our production facility — a 3,500 m² indoor space at Temelli AOSB — into operation. With our machining, CMM measurement, HP 5200 MJF industrial 3D printing, composite production and electronic-mechanical integration infrastructure, we carry out end-to-end domestic serial production.
To strengthen Türkiye’s defense and aviation capabilities through indigenous and national means; to develop unmanned aerial vehicles, autonomous flight systems, AI-powered imaging systems and advanced composite manufacturing technologies with fully indigenous engineering and national resources, and to deliver globally competitive solutions.
To be the leading technology company that, through its engineering strength and by developing indigenous and national technologies, makes our country a decisive voice on the global stage in the defense and aviation industry — building national systems to be handed down to future generations with pride.
Our Values
We develop every product from the ground up with an original design philosophy. Rather than relying on off-the-shelf modules or platforms, we build on our own engineering expertise.
Reliability proven under field conditions. Our systems are designed and tested to perform without interruption in critical operations.
Continuous R&D investment to push technological boundaries. Our engineering team elevates capabilities to the next level with every product generation.
We develop technologies that reduce the risk borne by personnel in the field. Operator safety and ease of use are our priority in every design decision.
Quality processes managed to AS9100 and ISO 9001 standards. Traceability and documentation are essential at every stage from design to delivery.
While maintaining our strong position in the domestic market, we pursue a strategy of expanding into international defense and security markets.
Certifications & Credentials
The international quality management system standard for the aerospace and defense sector. Full traceability from design to delivery.
General quality management system certification. All production and process management is documented under ISO 9001.
A defense industry manufacturer approved by the Ministry of National Defense (MSB). The official authorization required to produce and deliver defense products.
An approved supplier of the Presidency of Defense Industries (SSB) and holder of a Facility Security Clearance. Active supplier status in SSB projects and contracts.
Ankara AOSB Production Facility
At our 3.500 m² indoor facility in Temelli AOSB, all processes from design to delivery are carried out in an integrated manner. Apart from motors, propellers, battery cells and basic electronic components, no critical component is sourced externally; all subsystems — including smart battery systems and Lapis battery charging stations — are designed and produced in-house.
Design of rotary-wing, fixed-wing, VTOL and gimbal systems at Ankara İvedik Teknopark. Flight, navigation, stabilization and autopilot algorithms are developed in-house and from scratch.
Production of high-tolerance critical mechanical components with comprehensive CNC machining infrastructure and CMM measurement systems. All production is carried out in-house without outsourcing.
With industrial HP 5200 Multi Jet Fusion infrastructure, outputs can be produced at both prototype and end-product quality. The development cycle is shortened considerably.
All subsystems — including composite production, electronic-mechanical integration and smart battery systems — are designed and produced in-house.
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