Defence minister Khaled Nordin (right) witnessing the arrival of the first FA-50M light combat aircraft acquired by the air force from South Korea at the Labuan air base today. (Bernama pic)LABUAN: Defence minister Khaled Nordin received the first FA-50M light combat aircraft acquired by the air force today, marking an important milestone in Malaysia's efforts to strengthen its air defence capabilities.
The aircraft, developed by Korea Aerospace Industries, was flown from Sacheon to the air force's base here.
"The official handover ceremony is scheduled to take place in mid-November at the Kuantan air base," Khaled told reporters at the Labuan base.
Describing the acquisition as a significant moment for the country in enhancing its military capabilities and safeguarding national sovereignty, he said the acquisition also supported the air force's long-term capability development under its Capability Development Plan 2055.
