Nicholas Velazquez

Dec 19, 2023 | csis.org | Gregory Sanders |Nicholas Velazquez

The figure tracks U.S.-ROK defense cooperation over the stages of the partnership. The first generation was largely defined by equipment transfers from the United States to the ROK through military assistance, evolving into arms sales through the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) process that includes training and logistics support.

Apr 18, 2023 | csis.org | Alexander Holderness |Gregory Sanders |Nicholas Velazquez

The F100-229 continued to integrate legacy technologies in order to gain capability while limiting risk and cost. The digital engine control technologies first employed on the F100-220 were integrated into the upgraded engine to better manage engine wear and performance.[52]The F100-229 also incorporated materials that allowed the engine core temperature to be increased by 130°F and that extended the engine’s designed lifespan beyond 4,000 hours.