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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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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

There’s no shortage of threats in the Southeast Asian seas. So why aren’t residents buying maritime patrol aircraft?

Despite the myriad challenges, Southeast Asian nations have not actively pursued maritime patrol aircraft.

By Mike Yeo

How the F-35 could be a game-changer for Singapore

What would change for Singapore if it purchases the stealthy fighter jet? And where will it train the pilots?

By Mike Yeo

The US Air Force has unconventional plans to win a war in the Asia-Pacific

In a time where Russia and China are investing in missile capabilities that threaten American air bases, how can the U.S. ensure it will be able to get its warplanes off the ground?

By Valerie Insinna

F-15EX is a boon to Boeing, but it might not break the international fighter market

Is the F-15EX ready for the competitive international field?

By Valerie Insinna

Lockheed, Raytheon join list of companies skipping Singapore Airshow amid coronavirus fears

The show must go on, insist the organizers of the Singapore Airshow, despite an increasing number of exhibitors pulling out of the biennial event due to fears of the new coronavirus epidemic sweeping the globe.

By Mike Yeo

Singaporean air power: Big buys for the small island

Take a look at the airspace systems the Singapore is eyeing.

By Chris Martin and Philip Kightlinger

How did the aerospace and defense industry perform in 2019?

Find out what influenced the A&D market and which forthcoming events could impact sales, in infographic form!

By Chris Martin and Brandon-Mykal Rambus

Chinese military contingent, including aircraft from virus-hit province, arrive in Singapore for air show

According to witnesses, seven Chengdu J-10 fighter jets in the team’s distinctive blue, white and red livery landed at Singapore’s Changi East Airbase on Tuesday afternoon along with a pair of Ilyushin Il-76 transport aircraft of China’s People’s Liberation Army Air Force.

By Mike Yeo

Singapore confirms it’s using Apache helicopters in air defense role

The decision to utilize the Apache in an air defense role was driven in part by the advantages that the slower Apache has at certain flight regimes.

By Mike Yeo

IOMAX may adapt its Archangel aircraft to patrol Asian coastlines

After seeing the demand for inexpensive maritime surveillance from Southeast Asian countries like Indonesia, signals intelligence specialist IOMAX is considering marketing a maritime surveillance version of its Archangel light-attack aircraft.

By Valerie Insinna

Marine F-35 pilots to perform first-ever hover landings aboard amphibious ship

The F-35B's hover landing is its signature move. This year, pilots from Marine Air Station Iwakuni will get to do it on an amphibious ship for the first time.

By Valerie Insinna

Is JSTARS the right way forward? Even Lockheed says it’s a question worth asking.

Next week, the U.S. Air Force is expected to announce its decision on whether to continue the JSTARS recap program, but a top Lockheed Martin executive contends that an alternative to JSTARS might actually be the best approach.

By Valerie Insinna

Singapore Airshow

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.

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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.

Despite the myriad challenges, Southeast Asian nations have not actively pursued maritime patrol aircraft.

What would change for Singapore if it purchases the stealthy fighter jet? And where will it train the pilots?

In a time where Russia and China are investing in missile capabilities that threaten American air bases, how can the U.S. ensure it will be able to get its warplanes off the ground?

Is the F-15EX ready for the competitive international field?

The show must go on, insist the organizers of the Singapore Airshow, despite an increasing number of exhibitors pulling out of the biennial event due to fears of the new coronavirus epidemic sweeping the globe.

Take a look at the airspace systems the Singapore is eyeing.

Find out what influenced the A&D market and which forthcoming events could impact sales, in infographic form!

According to witnesses, seven Chengdu J-10 fighter jets in the team’s distinctive blue, white and red livery landed at Singapore’s Changi East Airbase on Tuesday afternoon along with a pair of Ilyushin Il-76 transport aircraft of China’s People’s Liberation Army Air Force.

The decision to utilize the Apache in an air defense role was driven in part by the advantages that the slower Apache has at certain flight regimes.

After seeing the demand for inexpensive maritime surveillance from Southeast Asian countries like Indonesia, signals intelligence specialist IOMAX is considering marketing a maritime surveillance version of its Archangel light-attack aircraft.

The F-35B's hover landing is its signature move. This year, pilots from Marine Air Station Iwakuni will get to do it on an amphibious ship for the first time.

Next week, the U.S. Air Force is expected to announce its decision on whether to continue the JSTARS recap program, but a top Lockheed Martin executive contends that an alternative to JSTARS might actually be the best approach.

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