The Korean VLS is described as accepting both short-range K-SAMs and Korean area-air-defence missiles. Those weapons add domestic surface-to-air options to Sejong's large Mark 41 battery. Their inclusion supports the assessment that the ship's main task is to create an air-defence area in which other forces can operate. Land attack remains useful, but the additional SAM choices emphasise protection of the surrounding force.
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Korean SAM options support Sejong's fleet air-defence role
Short-range and area-air-defence K-SAM options add to the case for treating Sejong as a defensive centre for other ships and operations.