Republic of Singapore Air Force F-35A/B Ordered
Event Report
Republic of Singapore Air Force
| Date | Feb. 28, 2024 |
| Country | 🇸🇬 Singapore |
| Force | Republic of Singapore Air Force |
| Location |
Singapore
1.35, 103.82 |
| Aircraft | F-35A/B (F-35 Lightning II) |
| Event type | Ordered |
| Change | +8 ordered |
Description
Singapore announced plans to acquire eight conventional-takeoff F-35A fighters, adding them to 12 F-35Bs already on order. The decision will bring the Republic of Singapore Air Force’s planned F-35 fleet to 20. The defence minister said the F-35As were expected around 2030, while the first F-35Bs were due earlier.
Side Profile
Profile of F-35 Lightning II
Singapore
