Singapore Bolsters Airlift Fleet with Legacy Ex Spanish Air Force C-130 Hercules Acquisitions

The Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) has begun taking delivery of legacy Lockheed-Martin C-130H Hercules aircraft to replace its ageing C-130B fleet, a move confirmed by RSAF Chief Maj. Gen. Kelvin Fan ahead of the Singapore Airshow. According to Fan, the decision follows a thorough evaluation of airlift capabilities, confirming that the C-130 platform remains the most suitable choice for Singapore’s operational needs for the next 15 to 20 years.

While the official announcement did not specify the number of aircraft acquired or their origins, open-source tracking indicates that at least three C-130Hs have arrived in Singapore since mid-December. These include a standard C-130H (US registration N974BA), a KC-130H tanker (N973BA), and a stretched C-130H-30 variant (N977BA). Observers from Breaking Defense confirmed the arrival of the final aircraft on January 30.

The aircraft now entering RSAF service are known to be former Ejército del Aire C-130H Hercules. Spain retired its remaining C-130Hs from active service in the early 2020s following the introduction of the Airbus A400M Atlas. After withdrawal, several airframes were placed in storage, remaining preserved but inactive for a period before being sold on the secondary market. These aircraft were subsequently acquired by Blue Aerospace, a Florida-based company specialising in the resale of surplus military airframes, which handled their storage, maintenance, and preparation for onward transfer.

Flight data reveals that the aircraft previously belonged to Blue Aerospace, which is currently advertising a mix of standard C-130Hs, C-130H-30s, and KC-130Hs for sale. The company has highlighted the relatively good material condition of these aircraft, reflecting their late-service upgrades under Spanish operation and the limited fatigue accumulated prior to retirement. Blue Aerospace did not respond to media requests for comment at the time of publication.

The acquisition represents a pragmatic approach by the RSAF. Operating a fleet of older C-130Bs had become increasingly challenging, with airframes approaching the end of their service lives and maintenance costs rising. By sourcing well-maintained, second-hand C-130Hs, Singapore ensures continuity of tactical airlift, medevac, and logistical operations while avoiding the cost and lead times associated with new-build aircraft.

This is not the first time Singapore has leveraged legacy Western airframes to sustain its operational capacity. Previous RSAF C-130 acquisitions have similarly relied on second-hand aircraft, subsequently upgraded with local avionics, mission systems, and structural refurbishment to extend service life and improve interoperability.

Notably, the incoming aircraft include a KC-130H tanker variant. While Singapore does not routinely operate the C-130 as a dedicated aerial refuelling platform, the presence of a tanker-configured airframe provides additional flexibility for specialised missions or potential future role adaptation.

Overall, the transfer of ex-Spanish Air Force C-130Hs—via storage and resale by Blue Aerospace—highlights a broader global trend. As air forces modernise, surplus but structurally sound aircraft continue to offer cost-effective, low-risk solutions for nations seeking to maintain essential capabilities. For Singapore, these Hercules are set to remain a backbone of airlift operations well into the 2030s.

Singapore to Buy Four Boeing P-8A Poseidon Maritime Patrol Aircraft

The United States has approved a potential Foreign Military Sale (FMS) that would see the Republic of Singapore acquire four Boeing P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft along with associated systems, torpedoes, and support equipment. The transaction — cleared by the U.S. State Department and notified to Congress — is valued at roughly USD 2.3 billion and formalises an acquisition process initiated in 2025. 

Singapore’s decision to select the P-8A follows a defence ministry announcement in September 2025 when Defence Minister Chan Chun Sing informed U.S. counterparts that the platform had been chosen to replace the RSAF’s ageing Fokker 50 maritime patrol fleet. 

The planned FMS package covers:

4 × Boeing P-8A Poseidon aircraft — fixed-wing maritime patrol and reconnaissance platforms

MK 54 lightweight torpedoes — submarine engagement weapons

Sensors, mission systems, spares, and technical support tailored to the RSAF requirements

The equipment mix is designed to deliver a complete radar, acoustic, and weapons suite that enables wide-area patrol and undersea threat engagement well beyond the capability of the turboprop aircraft currently in service. 

The P-8A Poseidon is a multi-role aircraft optimised for maritime security missions including anti-submarine warfare (ASW), anti-surface warfare (ASuW), intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance (ISR), and search-and-rescue operations. It integrates long-range sensors, sonobuoy launch systems, and weapons delivery capabilities that allow coordinated tracking and prosecution of contacts across broad maritime areas. 

For Singapore — an island city-state reliant on secure sea lines of communication — improving maritime domain awareness and undersea threat response is a strategic priority. Its surrounding waters are among the busiest in the world for commercial shipping and naval activity, and regional submarine capabilities are expanding. 

The planned P-8As will replace a fleet of five Fokker 50 MPAs that have served the RSAF’s 121 Squadron since the early 1990s, addressing limitations in endurance, sensor range, and interoperability with modern networked systems. 

The move underscores the close defence relationship between Singapore and the United States, which spans training, joint exercises, and equipment interoperability. Singapore currently operates a mix of U.S. platforms — including F-15 and F-16 fighters, CH-47 Chinooks, and AH-64 Apaches — and has an ongoing programme to field F-35 Lightning II jets in the near term. 

From a regional perspective, this acquisition aligns Singapore with other Indo-Pacific partners that have invested in the Poseidon to improve anti-submarine and maritime surveillance capabilities. Increased undersea activity in the South China Sea, Strait of Malacca, and wider Indian Ocean underscores why modern MPAs are a priority for small but strategically placed maritime powers.

The P-8A represents a significant leap in tactical reach and sensor networking compared with the RSAF’s legacy turboprops. Its long-range radar, acoustic processing suite, and torpedo deployment options will broaden Singapore’s patrol footprint and improve its ability to detect, classify, and respond to surface and subsurface contacts.

Commonality with U.S. and allied Poseidon operators will also aid coalition operations, data sharing, and participation in joint exercises — a valuable attribute in asymmetric maritime environments.

The platform’s ISR suite and ability to integrate with allied C4ISR (Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance) networks will support both peacetime security and crisis scenarios, from piracy response to humanitarian support.

Singapore expects to phase the P-8A into service by the early 2030s, with delivery timelines tied to final contract approvals and integration activities. The RSAF’s broader maritime force modernisation — including new submarines, upgraded frigates, and expanded ISR assets — will complement the Poseidon’s role in national defence.

Final congressional approval and formal contract signatures are still required under the FMS process. However, the U.S. clearance marks a key milestone and signals continued convergence of defence interests between Singapore, the United States, and other maritime partners in the Indo-Pacific.

US Air Force Achieves Milestone: Fighter Aircraft Refueled by Commercial Tankers in Joint Exercise

During the "Commando Sling" military exercise, the U.S. Air Force achieved a significant milestone by conducting air-to-air refueling operations for its fighter aircraft using commercial tanker aircraft for the first time. This groundbreaking collaboration, carried out in conjunction with Singapore, facilitated the mid-air refueling of iconic aircraft such as the F-16, F-15, and F-22 by commercially-operated KDC-10 aircraft. This achievement not only represents a major advancement in the Air Force's refueling capabilities but also provides greater flexibility and resource diversification to address potential contingencies.

The focus of the "Commando Sling" exercise extended beyond aerial refueling to encompass combined tactics, combat maneuvers, and the enhancement of joint operational capabilities between U.S. and Singaporean forces. This strategic partnership highlighted the crucial significance of international cooperation and the close relationship between allied nations, reinforcing preparedness and responsiveness to common challenges.

The deployment of commercial KDC-10 tanker aircraft not only emphasized their role in aerial refueling but also showcased their versatility in transporting cargo and passengers. This operational interaction between Air Force aircraft and commercial tanker planes contributes not only to the improvement of tactical and operational skills but also encourages the exploration of new military strategies and tactics. Additionally, initiatives of this nature prepare the armed forces to tackle a wider range of potential scenarios and challenges, bolstering their adaptability and capacity to address strategic situations and future emergencies.

 

Singapore to order four F-35s, with options for eight

Singapore plans to place a firm order for four Lockheed Martin F-35s, with options for an additional eight aircraft.
“We have announced our plans to replace our F-16s, which will face obsolescence post 2030, with the F-35s,” said defence minister.
“This will mean the RSAF fighter fleet will consist of F-35 and [Boeing] F-15SGs if plans come to fruition a decade or so from now.”
Singapore will issue a letter of request for four aircraft and options for eight. He stressed that the US congress must approve the sale, but the deal has the blessings of the both President Donald Trump and the US Department of Defense.
Singapore Defence Minister made no mention of which variant Singapore will obtain, although the country is believed to be interested in the F-35B short take-off vertical landing (STOVL) variant. He also did not say when the Republic of Singapore Air Force will receive the jets.
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Proposal to base Singapore F15 fighter jets at New Zealand rejected

A proposal to base Singapore jets at Ōhakea has been rejected because of infrastructure problems at the airbase.
Minister of Defence Ron Mark said both sides concluded the proposal could not proceed, as without significant spending Ōhakea could not host the F15 squadron.
Mark said the concept had received strong support from local and central government and he was disappointed at the outcome.
"I took a hard look at official advice on multiple aspects of the proposal throughout the year."
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Singapore's first A330 tanker makes public debut

The Republic of Singapore Air Force's first Airbus A330 multi-role tanker/transport made its public debut on 1 September, taking part in the service's 50th anniversary parade.
Sporting special anniversary markings and the service registration 761, the adapted widebody had been flown to Singapore's Changi West air base in mid-August from Airbus Defence & Space's modification site in Getafe, near Madrid.
The nation will eventually field a six-strong fleet of the tanker/transports, as replacements for its ageing Boeing KC-135Rs.
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The Singapore air force’s first Airbus A330 Multi-Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) has arrived in the country.

Images posted on social media show the aircraft landing at Changi East airbase, where Singapore’s Boeing KC-135R tankers are based.
Flight tracking sites indicate that the aircraft (S/N 1762) flew direct to Singapore from Madrid’s Getafe air base.
Neither the nation’s defence ministry nor the air force announced the tanker’s arrival. The aircraft’s livery, however, recognises the 50-year history of the Republic of Singapore Air Force, with ‘RSAF 50’ on the tail, and ‘Our Home, Above All’ on the engine cowling.
Flight Fleets Analyzer indicates that the jet is powered by two Rolls-Royce Trent 772B-60EP powerplants, and that its first flight was on 10 November 2016.
In addition to a hose-and-drogue refuelling pod on both wings, the aircraft is also equipped with a refuelling boom. The aircraft has 260 passenger seats, and can be used to carry cargo pallets.
Singapore has five additional A330 MRTT’s on order. These will replace the nation’s four obsolescent Boeing KC-135Rs, which have an average age of 55.9 years.
The arrival brings the number of in service A330 MRTTs in service to 26. Other operators include the UK, Australia, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE.
The Singapore arrival comes days after Canberra announced that its A330 MRTTs – designated KC-30A in Australian service – have delivered 100 million pounds of fuel (45,000t) during air-to-air refuelling missions in support of coalition missions over the Middle East.
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Singapore to receive A330 MRTT Airbus tanker in September this year

Singapore will take delivery of its first Airbus Defence and Space A330 Multi-Role Tanker Transport later this year, as the country’s Air Force celebrates its 50th anniversary.
According to a news release issued by Singapore’s Defence Ministry detailing events and activities that the Republic of Singapore Air Force will hold to mark the anniversary, the A330 MRTT will make its first public appearance at a parade on Sept. 1, the date the service was formed in 1968 as the Singapore Air Defence Command.
The latest photos of the aircraft — taken at Toulouse, France, in November 2017 during the testing and evaluation phase following the conversion to the tanker configuration — show it still in its tan primer and not yet painted in the Air Force’s colors.
Singapore announced its order of six A330 MRTTs in March 2014 to recapitalize its fleet of midair refueling tankers. The Air Force currently operates a fleet of four Boeing KC-135R Stratotankers, acquired and refurbished in 2000 from stored ex-U.S. Air Force airframes.
The Republic of Singapore Air Force also has about five of its 10 Lockheed Martin C-130B/H Hercules airlifters plumbed for the tanker role, although they are no longer used in this role, as the Air Force currently does not operate aircraft equipped for refueling by probe.
The first Air Force A330 MRTT will be delivered in what is known as the MRTT Enhanced configuration, featuring a package of aerodynamic improvements, structural modifications and avionics updates over the previous baseline military variant. France and South Korea will also be receiving their A330 MRTTs in this standard.
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Singapore, France could Receive First Airbus MRTT in 2017

Airbus Defence and Space (DS) expects that the next new Airbus A330-200 Multirole Tanker Transport (MRTT) will be delivered to either the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) or the French Air Force.
"The next [MRTT] is either [for] Singapore or France," Fernando Alonso, Head of Military Aircraft at Airbus DS, told reporters in Kuala Lumpur in early August.
"Australia has bought two additional ones. Those are something quite special as they are second-hand ones," he added, referring to the two former Qantas-operated A330 airliners that are being converted into MRTT platforms by Airbus DS. However, he did not provide exact time frames for the deliveries.
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Singapore RSAF forms second local F-15SG squadron

The Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) has formed a second locally based squadron to operate the Boeing F-15SG Eagle multi-role fighter, adding further credence to earlier reports that it has more such aircraft than previously reported.
A Singapore-based F-15SG was seen carrying the markings of 142 'Gryphon' Squadron on its tail during a commemorative formation flight for Singapore's outgoing chief of the air force, while a photo taken at the multinational Exercise 'Cope Tiger' in Thailand and released by Singapore's Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) showed RSAF F-15SG pilots wearing the squadron's insignia on their flight suits.
The squadron, a former A-4 Skyhawk unit that had been deactivated in 2005 with the ending of Singapore-based Skyhawk operations, was stood up in early March.
The formation of the RSAF's second locally based F-15SG squadron follows the reported retirement of Singapore's last Northrop F-5S/T Tiger II interceptors after 36 years of operations with the RSAF..
The RSAF's F-15SGs had been split between 149 'Shikra' Squadron, based at Paya Lebar in Singapore, and the 428th Fighter Squadron (FS), based at Mountain Home Air Force Base, Idaho. The 428th FS is a joint USAF-RSAF squadron that provides continuation training for RSAF F-15SG pilots under the Peace Carvin V programme.
Singapore is confirmed to be operating at least 32 F-15SGs, with 20 aircraft currently in Singapore and the remaining 12 at Mountain Home AFB. However, in August 2014 eight F-15SGs appeared on the US Federal Aviation Authority (FAA) civilian register, leading to speculation that Singapore has ordered eight more aircraft to give a total of 40.
The reason for the eight F-15SGs being on the FAA's civilian register is unknown.
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U.S. deploys Poseidon P-8 spy plane in Singapore for 1st time

The United States has deployed a P-8 Poseidon spy plane in Singapore for the first time, amid heightened tensions in the region over China's expansive territorial claims in the South China Sea.
The weeklong deployment in Singapore, which began Monday, came as Secretary of Defense Ash Carter met his Singaporean counterpart Ng Eng Hen in Washington and signed a new agreement to step up defense cooperation.
A U.S. defense official said such deployments in Singapore were expected to become a regular occurrence, happening as often as every three months. The official did not have authorization to speak publicly about the plans and requested anonymity.
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Saudi Arabia takes delivery of final A330 MRTT

Airbus Defence and Space has delivered the sixth and final A330 Multi-Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) to Saudi Arabia.
This is the third aircraft in a second batch of three MRTTs ordered by the kingdom in 2009. The previous two aircraft in the batch were delivered from 2014. The first three MRTTs ordered under a 2008 contract were delivered between 2011 and 2013.
Airbus has also provided details of the new version of the MRTT, six of which will be delivered to Singapore as the launch customer. The changes relate to the fact that the baseline commercial airliner airframe from which the MRTT will be converted is a new model of the A330.
The A330 MRTT is operated by the UK's Royal Air Force as the Voyager (11 of 14 aircraft delivered under a long-lease arrangement), United Arab Emirates (three aircraft), and Australia as the KC-30A (five aircraft). India has selected the platform for a six-aircraft tanker requirement, while 12 of the type are to be supplied to the French Air Force from 2018 in a configuration specific to that operator. Qatar announced an order for two aircraft.
The Netherlands, Poland, and Norway are negotiating with Airbus over the pooled acquisition of a common fleet of MRTTs under an initiative facilitated by the European Defence Agency. The MRTT is also a candidate for South Korea's requirement for four tankers and a selection of the winning bid is expected at the end of this month.
Airbus is also talking to existing MRTT customers about potential extra sales of one or two aircraft each. Australia publically expressed an interest in acquiring additional KC-30A tankers in August 2014.
With the order book swelling there is available capacity for additional MRTT conversions should there need to be a ramp-up in production, according to Airbus. Two buildings are dedicated to the conversion work at the company's Getafe facility in Spain, the process taking between 9 and 10 months to complete.
Spanish airline Iberia was sub-contracted for the conversion of two aircraft in the initial batch for Saudi Arabia at its facility at Barajas, and this capacity can be called upon again if necessary.
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Singapore Requests Upgrade for 60 F-16C/D/D+ Aircraft

The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to Singapore for the F-16 Block 52 Upgrade Program.
The Government of Singapore has requested a possible sale for the upgrade of 60 F-16C/D/D+ aircraft.
Items included in the proposed sale are :
-50 Joint Helmet-Mounted Cueing System,
-90 AN/APX-126 Advanced Identification Friend or Foe Interrogator/Transponders,
-150 LAU-129 Missile Launchers,
-8 KMU-572/B 500lbs Joint Direct Attack Munition (JDAM) Tail Kits,
-9 KMU-556/B 2000lbs JDAM Tail Kits,
-2 FMU-152 Munition Fuze Units,
-10 MK-82 500lbs Inert Bombs,
-3 MK-84 2000lbs Inert Bombs,
-12 LN-260 Embedded Global Positioning System/Inertial Navigation Systems (GPS/INS),
-20 GBU-39/B Small Diameter Bombs (SDB),
-92 Link-16 Multifunctional Information Distribution System/ Low Volume Terminals
(MIDS/LVT),
-2 SDB Guided Test Vehicles,
-Computer Control Group and Tail Assembly for GBU-49,
-DSU-38/40 Proximity Sensor for JDAM,
-GBU-39 Tactical training Round,
-ADU-890/E and 891 Adaptor Group for Common Munitions Built-In-Test/Reprogramming
Equipment,
-Encryption/Decryption devise,
-MIDS/LVT Ground Support Station,
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Lockheed close to sign deal with Singapore for F-16 fleet modernisation

Lockheed Martin is reportedly close to signing a contract with Singapore for upgrade of its F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft fleet.
The F-16V upgrade package features an active electronically scanned array radar, upgraded mission computer, as well as enhancements to the mission computer, vehicle systems, aircraft structure, cockpit, and electronic warfare system.
Lockheed is already competing to modernise South Korea's F-16s, after the country cancelled an upgrade agreement with BAE Systems in late 2014.
The Republic of Singapore Air Force operates 60 F-16C/D block 52 aircraft, which were upgraded with Israeli-built electronic warfare systems.
According to the publication, the presence of Israeli systems raised a doubt whether the company would be able to upgrade the RSAF F-16s as that would require modifications to the systems.
Apart from Singapore and South Korea, the company is also believed to be working to modernise the F-16 fleets of Thailand and Indonesia.
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Pilatus delivers additional PC-21 trainer to Royal Saudi Air Force

Pilatus has shipped another PC-21 expanded envelope trainer aircraft off its final assembly line for the Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF).
The aircraft represents the 100th turboprop trainer PC-21 to be rolled off the company's final assembly line in Switzerland.
Saudi Arabia ordered 55 PC-21 aircraft in May 2012.
The deal also covered the delivery of 22 Hawk 165 advanced jet trainers.
The PC-21 will also replace RSAF's existing PC-9 trainer fleet, which comprises 47 aircraft that were delivered by BAE as part of a package deal with Hawks to Saudi Arabia in the mid-1980s.
The RSAF took delivery of the initial six aircraft in June 2014. The remaining aircraft are currently in production, while the instructors are preparing for their first student courses.
The PC-21 is currently operated by the air forces of Singapore, Switzerland and the UAE, and has also been ordered by Qatar.
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US Program Chief: Singapore Nearing F-35 Buy

Singapore is moving closer to ordering the Lockheed Martin F-35 joint strike fighter, according to program head US Lt. Gen. Chris Bogdan.
Bogdan also noted increased activity from potential foreign military sales (FMS) customers for the F-35, including Israel, which recently committed to a further 14 aircraft.
Bogdan said that the joint program office (JPO) has been exchanging information with the Republic of Singapore Air Force for a number of years to support their decision making within their timeline.
The government of Singapore had not indicated which F-35 variant it was interested in and had requested information on all three: the conventional takeoff, the short-takeoff vertical-landing, and the carrier model.
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Singaporte to send 50-60 personnel and a KC-135 to combat ISIS threat

The Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) will be sending about 50 to 60 personnel to take part and a KC-135R Tanker Aircraft in the multinational coalition efforts to combat the terrorist threat from the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria.
Singapore's efforts will include deploying a KC-135R tanker aircraft for air-to-air refuelling and an Imagery Analysis Team. There won't be no combat troops on the ground in Iraq and Syria.
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US Navy orders Gulfstream jet for test-range surveillance

The US Navy announced it will purchase a Gulfstream G550 modified to carry the conformal airborne early warning system (CAEW).
A request for proposals for a range support aircraft (RSA) was initially released in March 2013, resulting in the non-competitive contract award to Gulfstream.
The Navy will take delivery no later than the end of fiscal 2017.
Gulfstream builds the airframe and Elta Systems, is the prime contractor and systems integrator for the G550 CAEW aircraft. The US Navy will become the system's fourth customer, following orders from the Israeli Air Force, Republic of Singapore Air Force and the Italian Air Force.
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Singapore quietly expanding F-15 fleet

Singapore appears to have quietly boosted the size of its F-15SG fleet from 24 aircraft to 40, according to Boeing financial statements, aircraft registration filings, and US congressional reports.
Singapore originally bought 12 F-15SGs - with an option for eight more. In October 2007 the city-state modified this option by buying 12 more to give it a total of 24.
These aircraft have all been confirmed as delivered and have US-type serial numbers running from 05-0001 to 05-0024. Several remain in the United States with the Republic of Singapore Air Force's (RSAF's) 428th Fighter Squadron at Mountain Home Air Force Base (AFB) in southwestern Idaho, while the remainder are active in Singapore with 149 Squadron.
Aircraft operating in Singapore use four-digit serial numbers in the 83xx sequence, starting at 8301, although these do not run consecutively.
In January 2014, several aircraft with new serial numbers - 05-0025, 05-0028, 05-0030, 05-0031, and 05-0032 - were seen at Mountain Home AFB. These had not been previously reported and suggest that Singapore has obtained another batch of eight aircraft.
Meanwhile, a 26 November 2012 letter from the US State Department to House of Representatives Speaker John Boehner under the Arms Export Control Act refers to the "sale, modification, and follow-on support of eight F-15SG aircraft to the Government of Singapore".
Figures released by Boeing show that eight F-15s were delivered to an unspecified customer in 2012.
Boeing financial data also shows that a total of 93 F-15s were delivered from 2005 to 2012. South Korea has confirmed that it received 61 and Singapore that it received 24 for a total of 85, leaving eight unaccounted for in public records.
Finally, on 5-6 August 2014, Boeing took out civil aircraft registrations for what it described as F-15SG aircraft: N361SG, N363SG, N366SG, N368SG, N373SG, N376SG, N378SG and N837SG.
Neither Boeing nor the Singapore Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) would confirm whether the city-state had acquired 16 more F-15s than previously disclosed, although they also did not deny it.
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Singapore Inaugurates the M-346 Into 150 Squadron

Singapore Minister for Defenceofficiated at a ceremony to inaugurate the Republic of Singapore Air Force's (RSAF) new Advanced Jet Trainer, the Alenia Aermacchi M-346 aircraft, into 150 Squadron at Cazaux Air Base in France.
The RSAF acquired the M-346 aircraft in 2010 as part of the Advanced Jet Trainer programme to replace the A-4SU Super Skyhawk, and took delivery of the first aircraft in 2012. To date, 150 Squadron has received the full fleet of 12 M-346 aircraft.
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