Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin announced Malaysia will receive all 18 South Korean FA-50M fighter jets by March 2028 to replace its ageing Hawk fleet.
KOTA TINGGI: Malaysia is expected to receive all 18 FA-50M light combat aircraft from South Korea by March 2028 to strengthen the country’s air defence capabilities.
Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin said two aircraft had been delivered so far, while another four were scheduled to arrive in April next year, ahead of the Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition (LIMA) 2027.
The remaining 12 aircraft are expected to be delivered by March 2028, completing the procurement.
