Is Ukraine developing jet engines? Defense Ministry responds
Photo: Defense Minister Yevhenii Khmara (Ministry of Defense press service)
Ukraine considers jet engine production one of the critical areas for developing its domestic defense industry. The need spans several categories of systems, from interceptors and middle-strike drones to deep-strike drones and cruise missiles, Defense Minister Yevhenii Khmara said at a meeting with journalists.
What systems need jet engines?
According to Defense Minister Yevhenii Khmara, the demand for jet engines covers several categories of systems, including interceptors, middle-strike, deep-strike drones, and cruise missiles.
Ukraine already has a range of domestic developments and manufacturers backed by state support, the minister said. Around 20 Ukrainian manufacturers operate across the three main categories.
For one type of engine, projected demand in 2027 could reach approximately 10,000 units per month, Khmara said.
