Singapore Air Force to add eight more F-35B jets to its arsenal; jet considered the world's most modern fighter jet


Singapore will have a dozen of what is considered the world’s most modern fighter jet by 2030. - The Straits Times/ANN

SINGAPORE, Feb 25 (The Straits Times/ANN): The decision to add eight more F-35B Joint Strike Fighters to the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) comes at an opportune time when the order pipeline has matured, bringing costs down, the Ministry of Defence has said.

Defence Minister Ng Eng Hen’s announcement of the acquisition during the debate on his ministry’s budget on Friday means that Singapore will have a dozen of what is considered the world’s most modern fighter jet by 2030, which will enhance not just the air force, but also the capabilities of the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF).

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