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North Korea's Air Force: A Growing Threat?
North Korea's Air Force is a relatively large force, but its combat aircraft are all decades old.
North Korea hasn't acquired a new combat aircraft in more than 30 years.
The Korean People's Army Air Force (KPAAF) is the unified military aviation service branch of North Korea. It has an estimated strength of 26,000 personnel and operates an inventory of over 1,000 aircraft, including fighter aircraft, bombers, and transport aircraft.
In recent years, the KPAAF has been receiving increased attention from North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, who has made modernizing the country's military a top priority. As a result, the KPAAF has been conducting a number of upgrades to its aircraft and equipment.
Despite its age, the KPAAF remains a potent force in the region. It has a large number of combat aircraft, and its pilots are well-trained and experienced. The KPAAF also has a number of advanced weapons systems, including air-to-air missiles and surface-to-air missiles.
In recent years, the KPAAF has been involved in a number of incidents with foreign aircraft. In 2017, North Korean fighters came within 5 meters of a U.S. RC-135 reconnaissance aircraft, and shadowed the aircraft for 22 minutes. The incident led to a strong protest from the United States, and underscored the growing threat posed by North Korea's air force.
The KPAAF is a force to be reckoned with. It is a well-equipped and well-trained force, and it poses a significant threat to the security of the region.
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