South Korea’s KF-21 Stealth Aircraft Ground Tests.

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Published on July 18, 2022 2:28:04 PM ● Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SKYWZ5rmfp4

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The first prototype of the KF-21 Boramae (Korean for “Hawk”), the next-generation fighter developed by KAI (Korea Aerospace Industries), was spotted during ground testing.

The aircraft, unveiled last year as a low-cost, less-stealthy alternative to the American F-35, is expected to be fielded by the ROKAF (Republic Of Korea Air Force) by the 2030s to replace its fleet of ageing F-4E Phantom and F-5E/F Tiger II aircraft.

Six prototypes, including two twin-seat aircraft, are being built to support the testing campaign that is expected to last until 2026, when full scale production is expected to begin.

Video courtesy of Korea Aerospace Industries.