South Korea Unveils Indigenous Fighter Jet Amid Defense Modernization Push

Korea Aerospace Industries has unveiled the first production KF-21 Boramae fighter jet, a two-seat jet with serial number 26-001, at its Sacheon facilities. The aircraft is part of the KF-21 program, which began construction in 2023 and marked another milestone with the completion of its flight test program in January. South Korean President Lee Jae Myung attended the ceremony, pledging to invest in advanced aircraft engines, materials, and components. The KF-21 is expected to replace the F-4 Phantom and KF-5 Tiger II fighter jets in the Republic of Korea Air Force.