S. Korea hopes to deliver the first 3 of 12 fighter jets to the Philippines by 2028

[Starmix]

From the Manila, Philippines report, South Korea is shooting to deliver the first three of the 12 FA-50 Block 70 light combat aircraft to the Philippines before the end of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s term in 2028, South Korean Ambassador to the Philippines Lee Sang-hwa said on Tuesday.

According to the report, the Philippines last month signed the USD700 million contract to acquire the 12 fighter jets from Korea Aerospace Industries, Ltd. (KAI) as it seeks to enhance its air defense capabilities.

It said that this additional purchase, the 12 FA-50s, is believed to make a significant improvement for the Air Force of the Philippines. “The first batch will be delivered, we hope, before the end of the term of the Marcos administration.”

The report also said that the comprehensive package includes mission equipment, integrated logistics support, and a training and logistics information system.

The report added, the Korea-made combat jet represents the latest evolution of the FA-50 platform, featuring advanced avionics, modern radar systems, and extended operational range. Its delivery will be carried out in phases over the

In addition, Lee assured Filipinos that South Korea would stand as a reliable partner of the Philippines.

Source: ABS-CBN

 

[magnus2022]

South Korea have advanced to the extent of exporting aircraft to Phillipines! It is highly recommendable. South Korea is becoming economy hub and centre for business development. Whlie north Korea is turning their land toward western hatred and closed down to development due to fear of attack.

 

[Starmix]

There are million South Koreans visiting the Philippines as per estimated yearly. They outnumbered the other visiting forces from South East Asia, Europe , the USA and more. Bur the Koreans rank number 1, which is why the Korean government builds strong ties with the Philippine government.