What Happened
Seoul Takes Delivery Of First Production KF-21 Boramae Jet
The Republic of Korea Air Force has taken delivery of its first production KF-21 Boramae fighter, marking a significant milestone in the country’s largest indigenous combat aircraft program. The KF-21 features an indigenous AESA radar and three locally built sensors, with nearly 65% local content. The aircraft is powered by a GE F414 engine, which remains the largest foreign part. This development was first reported by various sources, including Defense Acquisition Program Administration and Yonhap.