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309 Teheran-ro, Gangnam District, Seoul, South Korea
+82 55-851-1004
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Overview
- Summary
- Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) is a leading aerospace system integrator in South Korea, having spearheaded the aerospace industry for over 40 years. The company is a key developer and producer of fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft, including the KT-1 basic trainer, T-50 advanced trainer, Surion utility helicopter, and the KF-21 Korean fighter. KAI also extends its operations into space, with involvement in the development of next-generation medium-sized satellites, military reconnaissance satellites, and the total assembly of the Korean launch vehicle. Its core business encompasses the design, manufacturing, sales, and maintenance of aircraft, satellites, and their components.Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) is a leading aerospace system integrator in South Korea, having spearheaded the aerospace industry for over 40 years. The company is a key developer and producer of fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft, including the KT-1 basic trainer, T-50 advanced trainer, Surion utility helicopter, and the KF-21 Korean fighter. KAI also extends its operations into space, with involvement in the development of next-generation medium-sized satellites, military reconnaissance satellites, and the total assembly of the Korean launch vehicle. Its core business encompasses the design, manufacturing, sales, and maintenance of aircraft, satellites, and their components.
- Key Products/Technologies
- KT-1 Basic Trainer: A military aircraft developed with indigenous technology, serving as a trainer for the Republic of Korea Air Force, alongside the KA-1 light attack and tactical control aircraft. Specifications include a maximum speed of 350 knots (kts), a maximum takeoff weight of 6,120 pounds (lbs), and an engine thrust of 950 horsepower (shp). This aircraft has opened the era of Korean aircraft exports with sales to Indonesia, Turkey, and Peru.KT-1 Basic Trainer: A military aircraft developed with indigenous technology, serving as a trainer for the Republic of Korea Air Force, alongside the KA-1 light attack and tactical control aircraft. Specifications include a maximum speed of 350 knots (kts), a maximum takeoff weight of 6,120 pounds (lbs), and an engine thrust of 950 horsepower (shp). This aircraft has opened the era of Korean aircraft exports with sales to Indonesia, Turkey, and Peru.
- T-50 Advanced Trainer Series: South Korea's first indigenous supersonic aircraft, co-developed by KAI and Lockheed Martin. It boasts a maximum takeoff weight of 23,638 pounds (lbs) and an engine thrust of 17,700 pounds (lbs). The series includes variants like the TA-50 lead-in fighter trainer and the FA-50 light combat aircraft, establishing a strong competitive edge in the global advanced trainer and fighter markets. Export successes include Indonesia, Iraq, the Philippines, Thailand, Poland, and Malaysia.T-50 Advanced Trainer Series: South Korea's first indigenous supersonic aircraft, co-developed by KAI and Lockheed Martin. It boasts a maximum takeoff weight of 23,638 pounds (lbs) and an engine thrust of 17,700 pounds (lbs). The series includes variants like the TA-50 lead-in fighter trainer and the FA-50 light combat aircraft, establishing a strong competitive edge in the global advanced trainer and fighter markets. Export successes include Indonesia, Iraq, the Philippines, Thailand, Poland, and Malaysia.
- KUH-1 Surion Utility Helicopter: The first indigenous utility helicopter developed in Korea, designed to replace aging helicopters and perform various missions. Its dimensions are 19m in length, 4.4m in height, with a maximum takeoff weight of 8,709kg, a top speed of approximately 280km/h, and a maximum range of about 820km. Various derivatives have been developed and are in operation, including amphibious assault helicopters for the Marine Corps, medical evacuation helicopters, police helicopters, fire-fighting helicopters, and forestry helicopters.KUH-1 Surion Utility Helicopter: The first indigenous utility helicopter developed in Korea, designed to replace aging helicopters and perform various missions. Its dimensions are 19m in length, 4.4m in height, with a maximum takeoff weight of 8,709kg, a top speed of approximately 280km/h, and a maximum range of about 820km. Various derivatives have been developed and are in operation, including amphibious assault helicopters for the Marine Corps, medical evacuation helicopters, police helicopters, fire-fighting helicopters, and forestry helicopters.
- KF-21 Boramae Korean Fighter: A 4.5-generation multirole stealth fighter jointly developed by South Korea and Indonesia. Following its successful maiden flight in July 2022, it is currently undergoing development with a target for mass production and deployment by 2026. The aircraft integrates cutting-edge technologies such as advanced AESA radar and AI-based electronic warfare systems. It represents a crucial strategic asset for replacing aging domestic fighter jets and enhancing future air combat capabilities.KF-21 Boramae Korean Fighter: A 4.5-generation multirole stealth fighter jointly developed by South Korea and Indonesia. Following its successful maiden flight in July 2022, it is currently undergoing development with a target for mass production and deployment by 2026. The aircraft integrates cutting-edge technologies such as advanced AESA radar and AI-based electronic warfare systems. It represents a crucial strategic asset for replacing aging domestic fighter jets and enhancing future air combat capabilities.
- Next-Generation Medium-sized Satellite: A medium-class satellite development project led by a private company for the first time in Korea. It is a precision ground observation satellite operating in a 500km sun-synchronous orbit, with a weight of 500kg and a resolution of 0.5m (monochrome) / 2.0m (color). The Next-Generation Medium-sized Satellite No. 3 performs space science missions such as observing Earth's aurora and airglow, and measuring space plasma-magnetic fields. The application of ITAR-FREE components and the localization of propulsion systems enhance its export competitiveness.Next-Generation Medium-sized Satellite: A medium-class satellite development project led by a private company for the first time in Korea. It is a precision ground observation satellite operating in a 500km sun-synchronous orbit, with a weight of 500kg and a resolution of 0.5m (monochrome) / 2.0m (color). The Next-Generation Medium-sized Satellite No. 3 performs space science missions such as observing Earth's aurora and airglow, and measuring space plasma-magnetic fields. The application of ITAR-FREE components and the localization of propulsion systems enhance its export competitiveness.
- Core Advantages
- Maintaining a dominant market position as the sole comprehensive aerospace system manufacturer in Korea. Securing a stable business foundation through continuous transactions with the government.Maintaining a dominant market position as the sole comprehensive aerospace system manufacturer in Korea. Securing a stable business foundation through continuous transactions with the government.
- Comprehensive system integration capabilities across all aerospace sectors, including fixed-wing aircraft, rotary-wing aircraft, satellites, and launch vehicles. Providing end-to-end solutions from design to production and maintenance.Comprehensive system integration capabilities across all aerospace sectors, including fixed-wing aircraft, rotary-wing aircraft, satellites, and launch vehicles. Providing end-to-end solutions from design to production and maintenance.
- Proven track record in developing and exporting indigenous aircraft such as KT-1, T-50, and Surion. The T-50 series aircraft, in particular, has become a global bestseller.Proven track record in developing and exporting indigenous aircraft such as KT-1, T-50, and Surion. The T-50 series aircraft, in particular, has become a global bestseller.
- Technological leadership through the development of future core assets like the KF-21 and next-generation medium-sized satellites. Securing capabilities in 4.5-generation fighter jets and privately-led satellite development.Technological leadership through the development of future core assets like the KF-21 and next-generation medium-sized satellites. Securing capabilities in 4.5-generation fighter jets and privately-led satellite development.
- High reliability and strong partnerships in the global defense market. Efforts to expand technology exchange and market presence through collaborations with leading international companies such as Lockheed Martin.High reliability and strong partnerships in the global defense market. Efforts to expand technology exchange and market presence through collaborations with leading international companies such as Lockheed Martin.
- Strengthening aftermarket services, including MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) and aircraft performance upgrades. Commitment to providing world-class quality and service with customer satisfaction as a top priority.Strengthening aftermarket services, including MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) and aircraft performance upgrades. Commitment to providing world-class quality and service with customer satisfaction as a top priority.
- Target Industrie
- Defense and Military Industry: Supplying fighter jets, trainers, helicopters, and unmanned aerial vehicles to the Republic of Korea Armed Forces (Air Force, Army, Marine Corps) for national defense enhancement.Defense and Military Industry: Supplying fighter jets, trainers, helicopters, and unmanned aerial vehicles to the Republic of Korea Armed Forces (Air Force, Army, Marine Corps) for national defense enhancement.
- Space Industry: Developing multi-purpose satellites, geostationary complex satellites, next-generation medium-sized satellites, military reconnaissance satellites, and performing total assembly of the Korean launch vehicle for space technology development and utilization.Space Industry: Developing multi-purpose satellites, geostationary complex satellites, next-generation medium-sized satellites, military reconnaissance satellites, and performing total assembly of the Korean launch vehicle for space technology development and utilization.
- Civil Aviation Industry: Supplying airframe structures and other components to civil aircraft manufacturers like BOEING. Efforts to expand the civil aircraft market and develop small civil aircraft.Civil Aviation Industry: Supplying airframe structures and other components to civil aircraft manufacturers like BOEING. Efforts to expand the civil aircraft market and develop small civil aircraft.
- Public Services: Providing specialized mission helicopters to public institutions such as the National Police Agency, Korea Coast Guard, National Fire Agency, and Korea Forest Service.Public Services: Providing specialized mission helicopters to public institutions such as the National Police Agency, Korea Coast Guard, National Fire Agency, and Korea Forest Service.
- Major Markets
- Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, ThailandIndonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand
- Poland, TurkeyPoland, Turkey
- United States (pursuing US Navy Advanced Jet Trainer program)United States (pursuing US Navy Advanced Jet Trainer program)
- PeruPeru
- Certifications/Patents
- Accumulation of technology across all aspects of aerospace, including design, manufacturing, and maintenance. Specifically, securing numerous core technology patents during the development of major aircraft such as KF-21, T-50, and Surion. Holding 1,493 published patents as of 2024.Accumulation of technology across all aspects of aerospace, including design, manufacturing, and maintenance. Specifically, securing numerous core technology patents during the development of major aircraft such as KF-21, T-50, and Surion. Holding 1,493 published patents as of 2024.
- Enhancing technological independence through the application of ITAR-FREE (International Traffic in Arms Regulations-Free) components and localization of propulsion systems in next-generation medium-sized satellite development. This provides a favorable advantage in overcoming technological restrictions for overseas exports.Enhancing technological independence through the application of ITAR-FREE (International Traffic in Arms Regulations-Free) components and localization of propulsion systems in next-generation medium-sized satellite development. This provides a favorable advantage in overcoming technological restrictions for overseas exports.
- Possessing advanced technological capabilities and manufacturing expertise in the aerospace sector as the only complete aircraft manufacturer in Korea. Providing world-class quality and service in various areas, including aircraft development, export, maintenance, and new defense technology development.Possessing advanced technological capabilities and manufacturing expertise in the aerospace sector as the only complete aircraft manufacturer in Korea. Providing world-class quality and service in various areas, including aircraft development, export, maintenance, and new defense technology development.
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309 Teheran-ro, Gangnam District, Seoul, South Korea
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