South Koreans once chipped in for fighter jets. Now, they make their own.
Washington Post
The U.S. Phantom F-4 fighter jet, which South Korea has just retired from use, acts as a metaphor for the countries’ security alliance. It’s also a hell of a ride.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2024/08/25/f4-phantom-south-korea-air-force/