In South Korea, the presentation of the prototype of the fifth generation fighter KF-X in the industrial park of the city of Sacheon. Initially, the aircraft was positioned as a generation fighter. 4,5 (4++).
The event is attended not only by representatives of Korean companies and authorities, but also the Minister of Defense of Indonesia F. Subianto. The reason is, that previously a joint development contract was signed between Seoul and Jakarta. The initial cost of work under the contract is estimated at approximately 8 billion, according to the Korean press.
Presented prototype of the latest fighter, also called KF-21, demonstrates the technological option, which in many ways resembles the already existing 5th generation fighters, including American F-35.
Korean Prime Minister noted, that the creation of such an aircraft will introduce the Republic of Korea and Indonesia “among the countries of the world, capable of independently developing a new generation combat aircraft”.
During the presentation of the prototype of the newest fighter, it was noted, that it will be distinguished by a high level of automation and robotization, will receive stealth coverage. Missile weapons will be located in the internal fuselage compartments. Confirmed information about, that the KF-X will be single. Its combat training options are not reported.
At the same time, the Korean media argue over whether, what generation should such an aircraft belong to?. In particular, celebrated, what if the fighter gets stealth coverage, it doesn’t make him a generational 5.
Broadcast from the presentation of the prototype fighter: