An F-16 fighter jet from the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) encountered difficulties during takeoff on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, resulting in a crash within the premises of Tengah Air Base.
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The pilot executed emergency procedures and was safely ejected from the aircraft before it crashed. The pilot is conscious and receiving medical attention, with no injuries reported.
The RSAF stated that a comprehensive investigation into the incident has been initiated, with updates to be provided by the Ministry of Defence and the RSAF as information becomes available.
The aircraft involved in the accident was identified as a single-seat F-16C variant, marking the fourth loss of an RSAF F-16 since its introduction into service in the late 1980s.
According to the country’s Defence Minister, the previous loss of fighters was 20 years ago, but even with such a good track record, “the accident is disappointing as our goal is to have no crashes”.
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