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when will maiden flight take place?

 

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when will maiden flight take place?

KAI prepares for KF-21 first-flight milestone​

23 FEBRUARY 2022

by Jon Grevatt

A spokesperson from KAI told Janes on 21 February that the company is preparing a First Flight Readiness Review (FFRR) and is ensuring the preparedness of components and line-replaceable units (LRUs) for the event.

The KF-21's first flight is scheduled for July, the spokesperson confirmed.

The preparation process is supported by continuing flight trials, undertaken by the KF-21 Combined Test Team (CTT) comprising KAI, the Republic of Korea Air Force (RoKAF), and the country's Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA).

The KAI spokesperson said that by June the CTT will be operating six flyable KF-21 prototypes and two structural prototypes for assessments. Of the six flyable aircraft, four are single-seat and two are twin-seat platforms.

“Following common but essential ground and avionics tests and check-outs, each flyable KF-21 prototype is performing different kinds of trials and evaluations,” said the KAI spokesperson. “For example, if prototype number one undertakes an engine-aircraft compatibility test, prototype number three will undertake a ground vibration test.”

However, following the first flight of the aircraft in July, the testing strategy will change. “After the KF-21's first flight, each prototype will have a different flight mission for evaluation,” said the KAI spokesperson without elaborating.

The spokesperson added that the development of an essential element of the new KF-21 fighter – its AESA radar – has been completed and is now undergoing extensive performance assessments.

KAI prepares for KF-21 first-flight milestone

Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) is on track to conduct the first flight of its KF-21 Boramae multirole fighter aircraft, buoyed by the completed development of the...

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Jokowi met with South Korean parliament chairman in Bali during G20 meeting with parliament leaders of G 20 nations.

Interesting to see South Korean parliament chairman/leader as the first one being met with Jokowi.

I wonder whether KFX/IFX program being discuss on the meeting, this is the previous opposition leader.

 

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S. Korea to conduct domestic performance test for advanced radar​

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Shown in this photo released by the Defense Acquisition Program Administration on Friday, shows a B-737 aircraft equipped with the active electronically scanned array (AESA) radar. (Yonhap)​

Published : Mar 4, 2022 - 10:45

South Korea will begin a domestic performance test on a homegrown radar system this month as part of the country's major fighter development project, the state arms procurement agency said Friday.

The military plans to kick off the test program in mid-March for the active electronically scanned array (AESA) radar to be installed on the KF-21 jet currently under development. It is set to run through April next year.

Following an overseas test last year, the program is designed to identify and reduce any unforeseen operational risks through software optimization, DAPA officials said.

The military will mount the radar on a B-737 aircraft for the test program set to check 62 evaluation categories through a total of 50 flight tests. The program includes testing the radar's detection and tracking capabilities in an air-to-air mode.

The military will put the radar on the KF-21 fighter next year to continue its performance test through 2026, DAPA said.

South Korea was the world's 12th country to develop the AESA radar system with homegrown technologies.

South Korea, meanwhile, has been working on the KF-21 project since 2015 to replace the Air Force's aging fleet of F-4 and F-5 jets.

Since April last year, four prototypes of the KF-21 jet have been rolled out for testing purposes under a scheme to produce six of them for the defense project, according to DAPA. (Yonhap)

S. Korea to conduct domestic performance test for advanced radar

South Korea will begin a domestic performance test on a homegrown radar system this month as part of the country's major fighter development project, the state arms procurement agency said Friday. The military plans to kick off the test program in mid-March for the active electronically scanned...

www.koreaherald.com

 

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Jokowi met with South Korean parliament chairman in Bali during G20 meeting with parliament leaders of G 20 nations.

Interesting to see South Korean parliament chairman/leader as the first one being met with Jokowi.

I wonder whether KFX/IFX program being discuss on the meeting, this is the previous opposition leader.

Assembly speaker discusses cooperation with Indonesian president​

All News 16:28 March 21, 2022


SEOUL, March 21 (Yonhap) -- National Assembly Speaker Park Byeong-seug met with Indonesian President Joko Widodo to discuss ways to bolster cooperation between the two nations, his office said Monday.

Park held talks with Widodo on the sidelines of the 144th Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) General Assembly in Bali, Indonesia, on Sunday (local time) as they exchanged their views on various issues, including global supply chain stability and defense sector cooperation.

During the talks, Park shared South Korea's experience in relocating its administrative capital to Sejong, as Indonesia is planning to move its capital from Jakarta in Java to a new city called Nusantara on the island of Borneo.

Widodo responded that he would like to send an envoy to South Korea to learn about its relocation experience and expressed his intent to visit the city of Sejong.

National Assembly Speaker Park Byeong-seug (L) speaks with Indonesian President Joko Widodo during their meeting held on the sidelines of the 144th Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) General Assembly in Bali, Indonesia, on March 20, 2022, in this photo provided by Park's office. (PHOTO NOT FOR SALE) (Yonhap)

Park then requested Indonesia's support for the stabilization of urea supply. Last December, the two nations signed a memorandum of understanding regarding urea supply chain in which South Korea will get 10,000 tons of urea per month for the next three years from Indonesia.

The Assembly speaker also asked for Indonesia's interest and support for South Korean firms. Widodo said he is "grateful" for the investment made by South Korean businesses and vowed his government and the parliament's support for South Korean firms.

The two also promised each other's support for South Korea's bid to host the 2030 World Expo in Busan, and Indonesia's hosting of the G20 Summit later this year.

Park is on a three-day visit to Indonesia for the IPU General Assembly, where parliamentary leaders from 110 nations discuss measures on climate change, global peace and virus prevention.

He is scheduled to depart for Malaysia on Wednesday to discuss cooperation in economic and defense sectors.
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Assembly speaker discusses cooperation with Indonesian president | Yonhap News Agency

SEOUL, March 21 (Yonhap) -- National Assembly Speaker Park Byeong-seug met with Indonesian...

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Indonesia's envoy in Seoul​

General 16:48 April 26, 2022

Indonesia's envoy in Seoul
President Moon Jae-in (C) poses with Indonesian Ambassador to South Korea Gandi Sulistiyanto Soeherman (L) during a ceremony to receive the envoy's credentials at the presidential office Cheong Wa Dae in Seoul on April 26, 2022. On the right is South Korean Foreign Minister Chung Eui-yong. (Yonhap)

Indonesia's envoy in Seoul | Yonhap News Agency

President Moon Jae-in (C) poses with Indonesian Ambassador to South Korea Gandi Sulistiyan...

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This photo is taken about a week ago, during Defend ID formation (state owned holding company in defense sector).

This shows products from Indonesian Aerospace ( PT Dirgantara Indonesia ). One of them is KF21/IFX fighter.

 

[Indos]

I have given the information in other forum several months ago, but now I give the information in this forum.

Indonesia Aerospace will get fifth prototype of KF21/IFX inshaAllah. The planes look like will be roll out soon. Single seat. The plane will only be given to Indonesia Aerospace after KF21/IFX gets Type certificate.

This is the information I gather from Indonesian KF21/IFX engineer that I know personally.

 

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Recent event in Manila, Philippine (27-29 April 2022)

ADAS 2022: The future of security and AI technology in the Philippines

The future of security will be on display at the ADAS 2022 exhibition and conference, which is being held in Manila, the Philippines from April 27-29. The event features product presentations by major

technology.inquirer.net

Korea Aerospace Industries was represented heavily in the ADAS 2022 defense expo last week.

This two planes will likely become Indonesian future fighters backbone by adding new fighter squadrons based on our MEF (Minimum Essential Force Program (2009-2034) and then gradually replace all of our F 16, SU27/30, and also Hawks squadron after 2035.

Indonesia for instant has ordered another 6 T 50 Golden Eagle so total number until 2024 we will have 20 T 50 Golden Eagle with attack capability and equipped with radar and sidewinder AAM.

PS* : I extend the MEF program from 2009-2024 into 2034 since it is the realistic period to complete MEF program based on our current financial situation ( and current government focus and priority programs ) and also due to the long term target to develop our domestic defense industry more seriously.

 

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Yoon's flurry of diplomacy continues on day 2 in office

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President Yoon Suk-yeol shakes hands with former Indonesian President Megawati Sukarnoputri, the current head of the country's ruling Democratic Party of Struggle, during the latter's visit to the presidential office in Yongsan District, Seoul, Wednesday. Yonhap

By Nam Hyun-woo

Following his inauguration ceremony on Tuesday, President Yoon Suk-yeol spent his second day in office receiving dignitaries from various countries including Indonesia, Central African Republic (CAR), Canada, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Nigeria and Ecuador, who also attended the previous day's ceremony.

From Indonesia, former Indonesian President Megawati Sukarnoputri, the current head of the country's ruling Democratic Party of Struggle, paid a visit to Yoon.

"Korea and Indonesia both have experiences of achieving democracy and economic development after overcoming historical hardships, and the experiences have contributed to the close partnership between the two countries," Yoon said.

"I look forward to seeing Indonesia's leadership as the president country of this year's Group of 20 summit and the chair country of ASEAN next year, and ask for Indonesia's support for Korea."

Megawati responded that Indonesian President Joko Widodo has sent his regards to Yoon and asked the new president to visit Indonesia in the near future.

Indonesia is Korea's only special strategic partner country in ASEAN, after the status of their bilateral ties was upgraded during former President Moon Jae-in's visit to the country in 2017. Widodo paid a return visit to Seoul in September 2018.

The two countries are cooperating in a range of joint projects, including the fighter jet development program called the KF-X (Korean Fighter Experimental) here and the IF-X in Indonesia.

Last November, the two sides reached a final agreement on the cost-sharing for the program, with Indonesia shouldering 20 percent of the costs to be paid by 2026. Indonesia will also provide in-kind payments for 30 percent of its share, which are expected to be delivered as palm oil.

Yoon's flurry of diplomacy continues on day 2 in office

President Yoon Suk-yeol revealed a bit about his leadership style on Wednesday, while presiding over his first meeting with senior presidential secretaries held in his new office i...

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If this goes through it will likely require internal weapon bays and integration of UAE made munitions.

https://www.tacticalreport.com/news/article/59628-uae-on-south-koreas-fifth-generation-fighter

Abu Dhabi’s cooperation with Seoul over the South Korean fifth-generation fighter program KF-X is reported to have been constantly under discussion between the two countries’ defense ministries.

The file is said to be directly followed up by UAE President Sheikh Mohammad Bin Zayed Al Nahyan and is expected to be on the discussion table during any upcoming meeting with officials from the South Korean Ministry of National Defense.

 

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The two countries are cooperating in a range of joint projects, including the fighter jet development program called the KF-X (Korean Fighter Experimental) here and the IF-X in Indonesia.

Last November, the two sides reached a final agreement on the cost-sharing for the program, with Indonesia shouldering 20 percent of the costs to be paid by 2026. Indonesia will also provide in-kind payments for 30 percent of its share, which are expected to be delivered as palm oil.

Yoon's flurry of diplomacy continues on day 2 in office

President Yoon Suk-yeol revealed a bit about his leadership style on Wednesday, while presiding over his first meeting with senior presidential secretaries held in his new office i...

www.koreatimes.co.kr

Actually 30 % of our share is most likely paid by CN 235/NC 212/N219 planes. Nope, it is not even Indonesia who push it, by South Korea as I see the document my selves.