South Korea's KF-21 Boramae fighter jet is expected to soon be a central part of its defense strategy. It was jointly developed with GE Aviation and Indonesia. GE Aviation supplies F414 turbofan engines for the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet.
As the prototype fleet builds, extensive flight testing is taking place on the 4.5-generation korean fighter jet. It has been described by the ROKAF as a "supersonic, twin-engine aircraft."
With a top speed of 2,200 km/h and a range of 2,900 km, it is expected to be capable of attacking targets from a distance. It can carry air-to–air missiles including Meteor beyond–visual-range air–to-air missiles as well as precision-guided bombs.
Seoul is also planning to develop a standoff-cruise missile for its korean fighter. This will be compatible with its AESA radar. This is a major development as it would give the korean fighter a distinct advantage in its fights against North Korea, and any other adversary who may wish to strike it from ground or air-based weapon systems.
The korean pilot will receive ordnance and a new manned/unmanned system of teaming. This capability, which could become operational as early as 2022 would allow the korean plane to control drones and obtain real-time imagery of enemy locations and weaponry. This would enable it to conduct reconnaissance and engage targets from close quarters.
ARMMENT
The South Korean fighter has been equipped with a number of different infrared search-and-track sensors, including an active electronically scanned radar and an infrared sensor. It has also been fitted with a radio frequency jammer that will disrupt signals in order to prevent the aircraft from being detected by airborne or surface-based radars.
This is a significant advancement because it will allow stealthy and stealthy aircraft to be used together with the korean combat fighter. It will be able track and identify the target, launch the drone and payload using coordinates supplied by the korean fighter.
ELECTRONICS
The korean aircraft is equipped with sophisticated electronics. These include advanced radar jamming technology as well as an onboard avionics system that integrates pilot's telemetry data and that of other aircraft into a single picture. This will be displayed to the pilot from his console. This capability is designed to give the korean fighter an edge in its battles against North Korea and any enemy that may wish to target it from ground or aircraft-based missile systems, allowing it to carry out reconnaissance and attack targets in close quarters.
ENGINES
The korean pilot is powered by two GE Aerospace F414 GE Aerospace F414 GE Aerospace F414 GE Aerospace F414 GE Aerospace F414 turrets. These engines can produce a maximum power output of 1.2 megawatts.