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Singapore expects first upgraded F-16 jets to fly next year

But when will the upgrade program be complete?

F-35 gets thumbs up from Singapore’s air chief

The head of Singapore's Air Force also revealed where the first four F-35Bs would be located for initial training and testing.

Singapore’s air chief: We’re happy with current fleet performing maritime security

Singapore is unlikely to pursue new airlift and maritime patrol aircraft in the short term, as its current platforms can meet those needs following capability upgrades, according to the country’s Air Force chief.

Malaysia taps American fund to convert transport planes for maritime surveillance role

Malaysia will convert two Indonesian-built CN-235 transport aircraft into maritime patrol platforms using U.S. funding set aside for regional nations to improve maritime security, a top general confirmed.

Singapore to pilot enhanced Airbus tanker refuelling kit

The flight test campaign for the improved aircraft, which Airbus calls the Smart MRTT, has already started and certification is targeted for 2021.

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Recapping the 2020 Singapore Airshow

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Singapore's F-15SG performs dizzying maneuvers | Singapore Airshow 2020

Watch two RSAF AH-64D Apaches perform | Singapore Airshow 2020

Malaysia taps American fund to convert transport planes for maritime surveillance role

Malaysia will convert two Indonesian-built CN-235 transport aircraft into maritime patrol platforms using U.S. funding set aside for regional nations to improve maritime security, a top general confirmed.

By Mike Yeo

Recapping the 2020 Singapore Airshow

Mike Yeo and Jeff Martin discuss the news at the 2020 Singapore Airshow--and the impact the coronavirus had on the event.

Change is coming for the P-8 | Singapore Airshow 2020

The P-8 is set to get new weapons and capabilities in the next few years. Find out what's ahead for the aircraft.

Singapore to pilot enhanced Airbus tanker refuelling kit

The flight test campaign for the improved aircraft, which Airbus calls the Smart MRTT, has already started and certification is targeted for 2021.

By Mike Yeo

The importance of coming to Singapore--despite the coronavirus | Singapore Airshow 2020

AIA CEO Eric Fanning gives his take on the coronavirus-dominated 2020 Singapore Airshow.

Logistics tops PACAF commander's wish list for the region | Singapore Airshow 2020

While there's not one platform in specific that he says he needs, the commander of Pacific Air Forces did say he needs more logistics support available .

Check out this RSAF F-16D+ | Singapore Airshow 2020

An RSAF F-16D+ from 145 Squaon shows just how heavy a payload it can carry.

Go up close with one of Singapore's F-15SG fighters | Singapore Airshow 2020

One of Singapore's F-15SGs from 142 Squadron, outfitted for air-to-air combat is on static display at the biannual air show there. Check it out!

PACAF commander says tankers are ‘key,’ even as the Pentagon trims them from the 2021 budget

Speaking to reporters at a media roundtable on the eve of the Singapore Airshow, Gen. Charles Brown, Jr. said more tankers and airlifters available to Pacific Air Forces was a “key aspect” to his command’s activities in the vast region.

By Mike Yeo

Pacific missile defense radars nixed, MDA to study sensor architecture in region

MDA walks away from Pacific ballistic missile defense discrimination radar plans in favor of taking a new look at the sensor architecture protecting the region.

By Jen Judson

Singapore's F-15SG performs dizzying maneuvers | Singapore Airshow 2020

An F-15SG from Singapore's Air Force holds nothing back during their display at the show.

Watch two RSAF AH-64D Apaches perform | Singapore Airshow 2020

Check out these two Singapore Air Force AH-64D Apaches showing off for the crowd.

What is the importance of U.S.-Singapore cooperation? | Singapore Airshow 2020

Pacific Air Forces commander Gen. Charles Brown explains his take on why the U.S. and Singapore are able to cooperate.

Rafael working to supply new missiles to the U.S. Army | Singapore Airshow 2020

Rafael's CEO, Yoav Har-Even, explains the company's progress on providing Iron Dome and potentially Spike NLOS missiles to the U.S. Army.

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But when will the upgrade program be complete?

The head of Singapore's Air Force also revealed where the first four F-35Bs would be located for initial training and testing.

Singapore is unlikely to pursue new airlift and maritime patrol aircraft in the short term, as its current platforms can meet those needs following capability upgrades, according to the country’s Air Force chief.

Malaysia will convert two Indonesian-built CN-235 transport aircraft into maritime patrol platforms using U.S. funding set aside for regional nations to improve maritime security, a top general confirmed.

The flight test campaign for the improved aircraft, which Airbus calls the Smart MRTT, has already started and certification is targeted for 2021.

Mike Yeo and Jeff Martin discuss the news at the 2020 Singapore Airshow--and the impact the coronavirus had on the event.

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Malaysia will convert two Indonesian-built CN-235 transport aircraft into maritime patrol platforms using U.S. funding set aside for regional nations to improve maritime security, a top general confirmed.

Mike Yeo and Jeff Martin discuss the news at the 2020 Singapore Airshow--and the impact the coronavirus had on the event.

The P-8 is set to get new weapons and capabilities in the next few years. Find out what's ahead for the aircraft.

The flight test campaign for the improved aircraft, which Airbus calls the Smart MRTT, has already started and certification is targeted for 2021.

AIA CEO Eric Fanning gives his take on the coronavirus-dominated 2020 Singapore Airshow.

While there's not one platform in specific that he says he needs, the commander of Pacific Air Forces did say he needs more logistics support available .

An RSAF F-16D+ from 145 Squaon shows just how heavy a payload it can carry.

One of Singapore's F-15SGs from 142 Squadron, outfitted for air-to-air combat is on static display at the biannual air show there. Check it out!

Speaking to reporters at a media roundtable on the eve of the Singapore Airshow, Gen. Charles Brown, Jr. said more tankers and airlifters available to Pacific Air Forces was a “key aspect” to his command’s activities in the vast region.

MDA walks away from Pacific ballistic missile defense discrimination radar plans in favor of taking a new look at the sensor architecture protecting the region.

An F-15SG from Singapore's Air Force holds nothing back during their display at the show.

Check out these two Singapore Air Force AH-64D Apaches showing off for the crowd.

Pacific Air Forces commander Gen. Charles Brown explains his take on why the U.S. and Singapore are able to cooperate.

Rafael's CEO, Yoav Har-Even, explains the company's progress on providing Iron Dome and potentially Spike NLOS missiles to the U.S. Army.

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