Signals intelligence and electronic countermeasures complement Istanbul's weapons. Torpedoes and Seahawk helicopters contribute to its anti-submarine capability, while UAVs add another aviation option. These systems receive a favorable assessment. The concern about 16 launch cells sits within that broader judgment of a capable frigate.
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Istanbul's sensors, helicopters and UAVs
Seahawks, UAVs and electronic systems accompany Istanbul's weapons, putting the magazine-depth criticism in context.