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Türkiye is preparing to launch its own spaceport, a key component of its National Space Program, aimed at strengthening the country's presence and independence in space.
The Spaceport Türkiye project is expected to not only serve national interests but also provide commercial launch services to international clients.
According to information provided by relevant government agencies, efforts are ongoing to select a suitable location for the facility. Discussions are underway with countries near the equator, including Somalia, to maximize launch efficiency.
Authorities and private sector firms are currently evaluating potential sites for the launch facility, with equatorial countries such as Somalia under active consideration.
The equatorial location offers technical advantages for launching satellites into orbit.
Once operational, the spaceport will support independent satellite launches, marking a major step in Türkiye's ability to access space without relying on foreign platforms.
The facility will initially focus on launching indigenously developed satellites into Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and Geostationary Orbit (GEO).
These missions will be executed using locally designed launch vehicles currently under development.
In later phases, the spaceport is expected to handle commercial satellite launches, generating economic returns and attracting international clients.
Beyond national use, the spaceport will be opened to commercial usage, enabling private aerospace firms to conduct tests and satellite launches.
The site will serve as a testing platform for launch vehicles and support the development of a competitive space industry ecosystem in Türkiye.
The project is a core element of Türkiye's 2022–2030 National Space Program, which includes:
The program emphasizes achieving self-reliance in critical space technologies, including independent access to space and the ability to operate a fully functional spaceport.
The broader roadmap includes:
The Moon mission will begin with an orbital reconnaissance phase, followed by a surface landing using a rover in a later stage.
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