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Without Objection.. Congress Review Period for Sale of F110 Engines to Turkey Expires

The 15-day review period in Congress ended without objection, allowing the deal for engines to be used in the Turkish fighter 'KAAN' to proceed.

Can Hasasu, Muhammet Torunlu

July 10, 2026 • Updated: July 10, 2026

WASHINGTON DC

Washington / Anadolu

An important stage in the sale of American F110 engines intended for use in the Turkish domestic fighter 'KAAN' has ended without Congress taking a decision to block the deal.

The U.S. State Department officially notified Congress of the deal on June 24, starting a 15-day review period applicable to arms sales to NATO member countries.

During the period, several House members introduced a joint resolution demanding a halt to the sale of specific defense equipment and services to Turkey.

The joint resolution bore the signatures of nine members of Congress, but it was not placed on the agenda of either the House or the Senate before the deadline expired on July 9, so the process of selling F110 engines to Turkey continues without any obstacles in Congress.

The deal includes the integration, installation, and external modifications of F110-GE-129E/F engines, along with their certification, testing, and provision of defense services and related technical data.

**Opponents of the deal

Democratic Representative Dina Titus of Nevada introduced the joint resolution opposing the deal, supported by eight other Democratic representatives.

Among the signatories are names that previously opposed defense sales to Turkey, including F-16 fighters: Brad Sherman, Chris Pappas, Jim McGovern, along with Titus.

The list of signatories also included Jim Costa, Josh Gottheimer, Mike Quigley, and George Latimer, who represent constituencies where Armenian, Greek, and Israeli lobbying groups are active.

**How does the process work?

Major U.S. arms sales to foreign countries are subject to a specific review period following the State Department's formal notification to Congress. The review period is 15 days for NATO member countries, during which members of Congress can introduce a joint resolution to block the deal.

Halting the sale requires the resolution to be passed in both the House and the Senate, and then signed by the U.S. President.

If the President exercises a veto, Congress needs a two-thirds majority to override it, requiring at least 290 votes in the House and 67 votes in the Senate.

Since the joint resolution aimed at preventing the sale of engines to Turkey was not placed on the congressional agenda during the review period, no legislative process on this matter was initiated.

Once the 15-day review period is complete, the sale process will continue without any congressional hindrance, as the matter will not be considered by the House or Senate.

In the next step, technical and commercial discussions regarding the supply of engines will continue between the U.S. administration, relevant parties, the manufacturer, and the competent Turkish authorities.

In subsequent stages, the delivery schedule, integration work, tests, and certification procedures are expected to be discussed.