Year 1997

Tag: RSAF

Air Force new logo featuring the lion head

Wednesday, 7th November 1990

The Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) changed its logo after 17 years. The previous logo featuring a yin-yang symbol, that was introduced in October 1973. The new logo feature the majestic lion head. Off-site Link: Old RSAF Logo; New RSAF Logo.


RMAF finishes probe on alleged intrusion

Wednesday, 19th September 1990

RMAF (Royal Malaysian Air Force) said an RSAF helicopter which was in the area on 10 July 1990 was operating with the knowledge and consent of Malaysia. The aircraft was taking part in defence exercise. RSAF aircraft always seek proper clearance, says Malaysian commandant.


RSAF helicopter intruded into Malaysian air space

Friday, 10th August 1990

The villagers in Gelang Patah, Johor, claimed that an RSAF helicopter was operating without the knowledge and consent of Malaysia. This incident have angered many Malaysian.


RSAF men injured after chopper landed in Thailand

Wednesday, 28th March 1990

Four men of the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) suffered injuries when their Super Puma helicopter made an emergency landing during a routine training flight in Thailand. Three of them sustained minor injuries and received treatment at the Koke Kathiem Military Base.


RSAF Skyhawk Crashed In Phillipines

Wednesday, 1st November 1989

RSAF A-4 Skyhawk crashed north of Manilla, Phillipines, while on a training mission out of Clark AFB. Pilot ejected safely.


RSAF Trainer Jet Crashed Into River In Johor

Wednesday, 8th February 1989

Two Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) pilots ejected safely when their SIAI-Marchetti S.211 trainer aircraft crashed near the mouth of the Endau River in Johor while on a routine training flight.


RSAF E-2C Damaged

Monday, 5th September 1988

A Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) E-2C Early Warning Aircraft was damaged during a landing incident at Tengah Air Base. No one was injured in the incident. In 1987 four Northrop Grumman E-2C Hawkeyes were delivered to 111 Squadron to provide Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) for RSAF.


Air Force Museum Established

Thursday, 1st September 1988

The Air Force Museum museum was first located at Changi Air Base and subsequently it was relocated to a purpose constructed new building in Paya Lebar Air Base. The Air Force Museum captures the spirit and heritage of the RSAF.


RSAF Pilot Kill During Training

Tuesday, 24th May 1988

A Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) 23-year old pilot, Lieutenant Chung Chien Wen, dies after ejecting from jet who ejected from his Hawker Hunter aircraft. The plane was on a training flight in the Philippines.


Singapore took delivery of its first F-16

Saturday, 20th February 1988

The machines were delivered to Luke Air Force Base in Arizona, where the RSAF trains its new F-16 pilots. Singapore also leased nine F-16A's previously used by the Thunderbirds flight demonstration team from 1993 to 1996, for training. The new F16 was purchased under Peace Carvin I signed in 1985.


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