Morning Overview on MSN

South Korea pours $3.4B into a homegrown KF-21 engine with 16,000lb thrust

South Korea is moving from licensed fighter engines to a fully indigenous powerplant, committing $3.4 billion to a new ...
The Aviationist

First KF-21 Production Model is in Final Assembly

The first production KF-21 is scheduled to be delivered to the ROKAF in 2026, following a contract of a first batch of 20 aircraft in 2024. Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) and South Korea’s Defense ...
Morning Overview on MSN

KF-21 Boramae stealth fighter aims right at the F-35 on a budget

The KF-21 Boramae is South Korea’s bid to field a homegrown stealthy fighter that can undercut the F-35 on price while still threatening its dominance in export markets. It blends 4.5-generation ...
The National Interest

The KF-21 Boramae is Just the Fighter Jet South Korea Needs

Summary: South Korea’s strategic initiative to enhance its defense capabilities amid escalating threats from North Korea has led to the development of the KF-21 Boramae, a significant step towards ...