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Singapore’s new F-15SG strike aircraft operationally ready

Singapore’s new F-15SG multi-role fighter aircraft are now operationally ready, marking Full Operational Capability status with a ceremony officiated by Defence Minister Ng Eng Hen at Paya Lebar Air Base yesterday.

Minister for Defence Dr Ng Eng Hen, officiate at a ceremony to mark the achievement of Full Operational Capability (FOC) status by the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF)’s F-15SG multi-role fighter aircraft at Paya Lebar Airbase on 18 Sep 2013.Dr Ng also unveil a FOC plaque and affix FOC patches on 149 Squadron  personnel..Photo: Ernest Chua.

Minister for Defence Dr Ng Eng Hen, officiate at a ceremony to mark the achievement of Full Operational Capability (FOC) status by the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF)’s F-15SG multi-role fighter aircraft at Paya Lebar Airbase on 18 Sep 2013.Dr Ng also unveil a FOC plaque and affix FOC patches on 149 Squadron personnel..Photo: Ernest Chua.

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Singapore’s new F-15SG multi-role fighter aircraft are now operationally ready, marking Full Operational Capability status with a ceremony officiated by Defence Minister Ng Eng Hen at Paya Lebar Air Base yesterday.

The F-15SG, operated by 149 Squadron, is one of the most advanced variants of the F-15 strike aircraft and has a distinguished combat record. The Republic of Singapore Air Force took delivery of the aircraft in May 2009. Since then, the pilots, weapon systems officers and maintenance crew have undergone intensive training to operate and maintain the aircraft. The aircraft have also been part of major military exercises. Photo: Ernest Chua

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