The potential Indonesian M-346F Block 20 order would allow it to replace its fleet of BAE Hawk 109/209 trainers and light attack aircraft (Leonardo) Leonardo’s M-346 could join the Indonesian Air Force in the future, serving as an advanced jet trainer/lead-in fighter trainer, as well as a light combat aircraft. On 4 February, at the … Read more
The initial KF-21 prototype first flew in July 2022. Since then, five additional aircraft have joined the test programme, including two twin-seaters. (KAI) The KF-21 Boramae 4.5-generation fighter from Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) has now completed its flight test programme. The milestone was achieved on 12 January, two months ahead of schedule, as announced by … Read more
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines’ defense department sealed the order for 12 FA-50 light combat aircraft in a $700 million package with Korea Aerospace Industries, the company said in a statement released Wednesday. The export contract includes 12 FA-50s set to arrive around 2030. The upgraded jets are capable of aerial refueling and will be … Read more
The Philippine Air Force has acquired additional FA-50 fighter aircraft from Korea Aerospace Industries. KAI signed a contract with the Philippine Ministry of Defence on 3 June to supply 12 FA-50 aircraft by 2030, according to reports from local South Korean media. The contract amount is around US$700 million which includes aircraft, maintenance, parts and logistics … Read more