FA-50
Fighter Jetconfirmed
The KAI FA-50 Fighting Eagle is a light combat aircraft variant of the KAI T-50 Golden Eagle supersonic advanced jet trainer. It is designed for light attack, close air support, and lead-in fighter training roles, capable of carrying a variety of air-to-air and air-to-ground weaponry.
Specifications
| Type | Fighter Jet |
| Origin | South Korea |
| Manufacturer | Korea Aerospace Industries |
| Introduced | 2013 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 1,837 km/h |
| Range | 2,592 km |
| Crew | 2 |
| Weight | 12.3 t |
History
Developed by Korea Aerospace Industries in South Korea, it entered service in 2013 and has been adopted by several air forces for both combat and training roles.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | 60 | confirmed |
| Poland | 36 | confirmed |
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