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The Republic of Korea Air Force began high angle of attack flight testing in July on the T-50 Golden Eagle, the supersonic jet trainer being developed by Korea Aerospace Industries with technical assistance from Lockheed Martin. The initial high AOA flight testing uses basic air-to-air loadings and includes planned departures from controlled flight. Testing is being conducted at the test facility at Sachon AB, Korea, using the second of four test aircraft. As a safety feature, a tail-mounted spin recovery parachute assembly is available for use in the event the aircraft cannot be recovered normally. Approximately forty-seven high AOA flights over four months are planned.
KAI Photo By Chang Soo Lee
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