u/-Lonecoyote-

I know many still doubt whether the MRF saga will end this year, and whether the KF-21 was even DND’s preferred choice. But let’s assume the rumors of DND signing for KF-21 Blk I this year were true.

Do you think the possibility of faster Blk II development was one of the factors DND may have considered when looking at the KF-21? Now that Blk II mass production is reportedly delayed, do you see this news influencing DND’s decision-making whether they select another MRF model or further prolong the MRF Saga?

Sources:
https://x.com/Defence_IDA/status/2054495377395753278?s=20
https://aviationweek.com/defense/aircraft-propulsion/south-korea-weighs-kf-21-block-2-production-delay-amid-rising-costs

Source: https://x.com/PhilDefOSINT/status/2052901367505969260?s=20

Source: https://x.com/MonteroMax/status/2052773280134947049?s=20

Source: https://x.com/TheDeadDistrict/status/2052327375367541000?s=20

Following the necessary legal arrangements, a transfer free of charge is also possible. According to sources, additional transfers of the JMSDF TC-90 training aircraft are also expected to be considered. They are also likely to agree on expanding defence cooperation.

I wish the Chu-SAM Kai deal had also been included in these closed-door talks.

With its 150–400 km layered range, advanced VHF radar for stealth detection, and much lower per-unit cost, Project Kusha could massively boost the Philippines’ layered air defense once it matures and becomes ready for export. Thoughts?

Source: https://idrw.org/project-kusha-draws-global-interest-as-india-positions-low-cost-alternative-to-s-400-class-air-defence-systems/

Source: https://www.facebook.com/piopaf/posts/pfbid022DYPacJkQTmb4pVeu3PXcM7VhzPLegYmQDbX28SyYFHjExYgGZJMmfAB1uyj4fqjl