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KF-X prototype assembly continues apace

28th July 2020 - 02:43 GMT | by Gordon Arthur in Christchurch

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The top, middle and bottom parts of the fuselage of the first KF-X prototype, a new South Korean 4.5-generation twin-engine fighter, are being assembled by Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI).

KAI said in June that it would finalise assembly of the first prototype by the end of this year. Seoul plans to eventually produce around 120 of these aircraft for the Republic of Korea Air Force (ROKAF).

The first fighter could roll out as early as next April. Its first flight is scheduled for 2022 with further development and testing continuing until 2026, by when the Block 1 variant will be

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Gordon Arthur was the Asia Pacific editor for Shephard Media. Born in Scotland and educated …

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