The next major combat aircraft for the HCSAF will be the F-45C and it's naval carrier borne version the F-45K which is now due to make it's first flight next year. Entry into service is now set for the end of 2110 with the K coming around 2114. The F-45C/K is the second generation of the F-45 which is the most advanced warplane in the HCSAF.
The C/K will further push the HCSAF's edge with it's extra thrust from new engines giving it an enhanced supercruise ability, it will also have enhanced agility through modified aerodynamics and improved flight software, avionics and radar will also be heavily upgraded with the emphasis on BVR combat and datalinking. The F-45K will have strengthened undercarriage and an arrester hook for carrier operation, it will also have modifications to the radar and avionics to optimise for over sea operations.
