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November 5, 2024 | International, Aerospace

US approves sale of four E-7 early-warning planes to South Korea

The four E-7 Wedgetails that South Korea can now buy would allow it to modernize its airborne battle management capabilities and integrate with allies.

https://www.defensenews.com/air/2024/11/05/us-approves-sale-of-four-e-7-early-warning-planes-to-south-korea/

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