A delegation from the Royal Malaysian Air Force (Tentera Udara Diraja Malaysia / TUDM) is reportedly set to engage in discussions with Kuwaiti authorities in June regarding the potential acquisition of F/A-18D aircraft from the Middle Eastern nation. "TUDM still...
To read the full article, please log in or enter your email below:
A delegation from the Royal Malaysian Air Force (Tentera Udara Diraja Malaysia / TUDM) is reportedly set to engage in discussions with Kuwaiti authorities in June regarding the potential acquisition of F/A-18D aircraft from the Middle Eastern nation.
"TUDM still hopes to have the F/A-18D Hornet fighter aircraft despite the latest actions by the country which is forced to maintain and upgrade the existing Hornet aircraft due to the delivery of the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet fighter aircraft purchased by Kuwait in the face of delay,” said TUDM Commander, General Tan Sri Mohd Asghar Khan Goriman Khan on Saturday (May 11).
“During the visit, TUDM and the Malaysian government will determine the number of aircraft required," he added.
Malaysia's interest in procuring F/A-18D from Kuwait was made clear during the 2021 Dubai Airshow. Former leader of the Malaysian Air Force, General Tan Sri Ackbal Abdul Samad, revealed discussions with the Commander of the Kuwaiti Air Force (KAF) on this matter during the event.
However, uncertainties have arisen concerning the project, particularly since the KAF has opted to upgrade its existing fleet of F/A-18C/D due to delays in the delivery of F/A-18E/F Super Hornets.
TUDM currently operates eight F/A-18D Hornet dual-seater multirole fighter aircraft, in service since 1997. The procurement of aircraft from KAF is intended as an interim measure before the acquisition of the service's new Multi-Role Combat Aircraft (MRCA).
UAE-based defence group EDGE has announced the launch of the first-of-class BR71 MK II Combattante corvette, NRA Ekuikui II, for…
Leonardo S.p.A. has been selected by Malta International Airport to supply technology aimed at improving airport logistics operations and baggage…
The Malaysian government has formalised a significant expansion of its strategic partnership with the United Nations Office for Outer Space…
The escalation of hostilities across the Middle East has triggered a massive logistical response from Asian governments as they scramble…
Israel's Ministry of Defence (IMOD) Director General Maj. Gen. (Res.) Amir Baram visited Elbit Systems for a situational assessment with…
Indonesia appears to have reached an agreement with India to procure the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile, according to a statement…
The board of Thai Airways International has formally approved a significant investment of 13 billion Baht (US$394.8 million) to develop…
The strategic landscape of Northern Europe underwent a significant transformation this month as South Korean defence titan Hanwha Aerospace announced…
The state of Sabah has significantly bolstered its regional aviation standing through a comprehensive expansion of its partnership with China…
The rapid expansion of the Starlink mega-constellation reached a significant milestone this week as SpaceX executed a series of high-cadence…
The Philippine Navy has formally sent off Naval Task Group 80.6 aboard the country’s newest guided-missile frigate for its participation…
Malaysia Airlines has announced a strategic resumption of flight operations to Jeddah and Madinah following a brief but disruptive suspension…
The global space race has entered a new phase of bilateral integration as Taiwan and the United Kingdom formalised a…
The escalating military confrontation between the Islamic Republic of Iran and a coalition led by the United States and Israel…
The global race to establish a commercial successor to the International Space Station reached a critical financial milestone this week…
The Japanese Government will send around 1,000 troops next month to participate in this year's iteration of the "Balikatan" exercises…
Malaysia Airlines has confirmed the immediate deployment of supplementary widebody services to London and Paris to mitigate severe disruptions currently…
The nascent commercial space sector in Japan faced a significant setback this week as the Kairos No. 3 rocket, operated…
The escalating security architecture in the Middle East has reached a critical inflection point this month as international defense partners…
HENSOLDT is finalising plans to expand its development and production capacity in the Ostalb district in southern Germany. The discussions…
The Indonesian Ministry of Defence has announced that the 11th Indo Defence Expo & Forum, held in conjunction with the…
Lockheed Martin has formalised a strategic mission partnership with Mitsubishi Electric Corporation to bolster Japan’s orbital infrastructure, marking a critical…
The global aerospace maintenance landscape has witnessed a significant realignment this week as StandardAero and AviLease formalised a comprehensive General…
The burgeoning private space sector in the Asia-Pacific reached a new milestone this week as Rocket Lab successfully deployed a…
The geopolitical landscape of the Indian Ocean Region faced a monumental shift this week following the targeted destruction of an…
More than 50 exhibitors from 15 countries, including MRO industry majors such as Lufthansa Technik and Turkish Technik, airlines like…
UAE-based defence and advanced technology group EDGE has signed a Letter of Intent with Ecuador's Ministry of National Defence, establishing…
The Department of National Defense said on Wednesday that the Philippines and South Korea have formalized two agreements aimed at…
The global aerospace community witnessed a definitive shift in the nature of modern aerial warfare on 4 March 2026, as…
Philippines and Indonesian navies and airmen conducted the first leg of the "Coordinated Patrol" (CORPAT) PHILINDO-40-2026 along the Philippine-Indonesia maritime…
Headquartered in Singapore with reporters spread across all major regions, GBP Aerospace & Defence is a leading media house that publishes three publications that serve the aerospace and defence sector - Asian Defence Technology, Asian Airlines & Aerospace and Daily News. Known industry-wide for quality journalism, GBP Aerospace & Defence is present at more international tradeshows and exhibitions than any other competing publication in the region.
For over three decades, our award-winning team of reporters has been producing top-notch content to help readers stay abreast of the latest developements in the field of commercial aviation, MRO, defence, and Space.
Copyright 2026. GBP. All Rights Reserved.
Home Defence & Security Space Commercial Aviation Maintence Repair & Overhaul Daily News Events About Us
2026 GBP all rights reserved.