RMAF to receive first two FA-50M fighter jets in October, says Air Force chief (opens original article in a new tab)

The Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) will receive its first two FA-50M fighter jets in October 2026, with the remaining 16 delivered through March 2028. RMAF has prepared Kuantan Air Base and trained personnel for operations.

• RMAF chief confirmed first two FA-50M fighter jets will arrive in October 2026
• Remaining 16 FA-50M jets will be delivered in stages until March 2028
• RMAF has restructured No. 15 Squadron and upgraded Kuantan Air Base for FA-50M operations
• Pilot training program in South Korea is 100% complete with first pilots finishing training in October