The joint development program for the KF-21 fighter aircraft between South Korea and Indonesia got new progress with an Indonesian pilot that for the first time participated in a test flight.
Oberst Pnb Ferrel Rigonald from the Indonesian air defense (TNI au) put in the front seat of the prototype of The KF-21 fighter jet During a test flying it June 27, 2025 from Sacheon Flybase in South Korea.
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In the back seat set the test pilot from Korean Aerospace Industries (KAI)Koh Hwi Seok. Together they performed maneuvers at a height of 20.000 fot During it about one hour long flight.
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In a press release published July 3, the Indonesian Ministry of Defense described the mission as a success, highlighting the country’s direct involvement in the testing and development of 4.5. Generation fighter jet.
According to the authorities, the flight marks a significant progress in technology transfer between the two countries and symbolizes a strengthened strategic partnership within the KF-21/IF-X program. Indonesia wants to strengthen its defense industrial basis and achieve greater independence in the military sector.
Kai plans to develop KF-21 to a sixth -generation platform with capacity for integrated operation between manned and unmanned aircraft. The aircraft is expected to be used in 2026.
Source and pictures: x @kemhan_ri | kemhan.go.id. This content was created with the help of KI and reviewed by the editorial staff.
