RSAF's F-16 Crash at Tengah Air Base
On Wednesday noon, a RSAF's F-16 crashed at Tengah Air Base. MINDEF stated the plane had issues during take-off. The pilot successfully ejected before the crash. He is receiving medical attention and no other personnel was hurt.
SINGAPORE: On Wednesday afternoon (8 May), a Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) F-16 jet crashed at Tengah Air Base shortly after take-off.
The Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) reported that the plane encountered "an issue" during take-off at about 12.35 pm.
Following this, the pilot successfully ejected, and the plane subsequently crashed within Tengah Air Base.
The ministry further stated that the pilot, who is conscious and able to walk, is receiving medical attention, and there are no other reported injuries among personnel.
MINDEF mentioned that investigations into the incident are ongoing and assured that updates will be provided as soon as they become available.
