South Korea has begun production of its indigenous KF-21 fighter jet.
The South Korean Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) announced the start of production on Wednesday, underscoring the progress in the country’s ambitious aerospace project.
A ceremony celebrating the assembly of the first KF-21 production model was held at Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI), the jet’s manufacturer, in Sacheon, located 296 kilometers south of Seoul. This event signifies a pivotal step forward in South Korea’s defense capabilities.
