Thailand awards T-50TH Golden Eagle upgrade to KAI

A T-50TH Golden Eagle of the RTAF. Photo c/o Air Recognition.

South Korean aviation company Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) won a KRW62.3 billion (US$50.6 million) contract to "upgrade and modifiy" the T-50TH lead-in fighter trainer fleet of the Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF). KAI announced this on 24 May 2019.

The upgrade program includes the installation of a radar system, Radar Warning Receivers (RWR), and a Counter Measure Dispenser System (CMDS).

The deal also includes support for spare parts, training, and provision of support equipment. 

The RTAF has so far received four (4) of the 12 units of T-50TH ordered from KAI, with deliveries expected to be completed by 2020.


[1] Jane's Defence Industry
[2] Air Recognition