Thailand’s Latest F-5 Upgrade Features Israeli Kit
Rafael is supplying most avionics and weapons, although Saab’s datalink will also be fitted.
Yet another upgrade for the Royal Thai Air Force’s fleet of F-5 fighters. (Photo: Chris Pocock AIN)
Yet another upgrade for the Royal Thai Air Force’s fleet of F-5 fighters. (Photo: Chris Pocock AIN)

The Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) is seeking government approval to upgrade four more Northrop F-5E Tiger II fighters, adding to the 10 that have been modernized since 2015. Rafael of Israel is providing most of the new avionics and weapons.