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US Approves $6.2 Billion Sale to Upgrade South Korea’s F-15K Fighter Jets

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Last updated: November 22, 2024
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US Approves $6.2 Billion Sale to Upgrade South Korea's F-15K Fighter Jets

The US State Department has given the green light for a significant military equipment sale to South Korea, aimed at enhancing the countryโ€™s F-15K fighter jet fleet. Valued at $6.2 billion, this comprehensive deal encompasses advanced mission system computers, aerial refueling support, Active Electronically Scanned Arrays (AESA) radars, missile-warning systems, as well as essential maintenance, software support, and training services.

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Officials from the Defense Security Cooperation Agency highlighted that the initiative is designed to bolster South Koreaโ€™s capabilities in addressing both current and future threats, thereby strengthening its air defense posture to deter regional aggression. The primary contractors designated for this undertaking are Boeing and Raytheon, who will work to ensure seamless interoperability between United States and South Korean military forces.

This upgrade comes as South Korea operates a fleet of 59 F-15K jets, and the country has initiated a modernization program known as the Performance Improvement Project, which is set to continue until 2034 with an allocated budget of 3.9 trillion won (approximately $2.9 billion). This program reflects South Koreaโ€™s commitment to maintaining a technologically advanced air force capable of meeting emerging threats and challenges in the region.

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In 2022, South Korea entered into several multi-year contracts with Boeing, focusing on the modernization of its air force capabilities, which includes not only upgrading the F-15K fighter jets but also enhancing its Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) aircraft and Chinook helicopters. These contracts aim to improve the overall capabilities of the aircraft and streamline logistics and supply chain management operations. This effort includes Boeingโ€™s collaboration with local industries, particularly in areas such as procurement, delivery, maintenance, training, and risk management.

The United States and South Koreaโ€™s ongoing defense collaboration is pivotal in ensuring stability and security in the Asia-Pacific region, and this recent arms deal underscores the enduring alliance between the two nations.

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