Construction of Korean fighter jets on track, says minister


JINJU (South Korea): Construction of the 18 FA-50M light fighter jets ordered by Malaysia has reached 39%, and the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) is expected to receive the first batch in 2026, says Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin.

The Defence Minister said these light fighter jets are being built according to schedule in South Korea.

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