South Korea to start mass production of KF-21 fighter jets

Summary

1. Forty KF-21 jets will be built this year, at a cost of US $178.6 million.
2. The fighter boasts cutting-edge avionics and can carry a range of advanced weapons.
3. The first KF-21s are expected to be deployed in the second half of 2026.

References

• Media Check: Defense News - Media Bias Fact Check (HIGH CREDIBILITY)
• COLLECTIONS/The Runway (airforce.gov.au)
• RAAF RUNWAY: RATIONALE GUIDELINES LEARNING OUTCOMES ETC)