The Boeing Company rolled out the first F-15SG jet fighter to the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) November 3.
The F-15SG is a variant of the highly capable, combat-proven F-15E. It features a combination of speed, power and agility, making it the ultimate multirole fighter, versatile in all missions. The aircraft’s integrated sensor suite will provide the RSAF with long-range air-to-air and air-to-ground capabilities.
“The rollout of F-15SG1, on schedule, demonstrates that we’re off to a great start as the RSAF builds to a procurement of 24 F-15SG aircraft,” said Boeing F-15 Program vice president Mark Bass. “The F-15SG has significant capabilities that will allow the RSAF to expand into new missions with new capabilities and to operate in the sophisticated Singapore defense environment for decades to come.”
Boeing vice president and general manager for Global Strike Systems Dan Korte stated, “The F-15SG for Singapore moves the RSAF into the next generation of fighter aircraft capability. We are proud that the F-15 Eagle’s proven legacy and Boeing’s expertise in multirole fighter aircraft continue in the capable hands of the RSAF.”
F-15SG1 will now undergo a one-year flight test program to confirm aircraft performance. Flight testing will take place at Boeing facilities in St. Louis and Palmdale, California. F-15SG production deliveries will begin in the second quarter of 2009, and the final aircraft in this procurement will be delivered to the RSAF in 2012.
F-15SG1 successfully completed its first flight from Lambert International Airport in St. Louis on Sept. 16. The aircraft now will undergo a one-year flight test program to confirm aircraft performance. Flight testing will take place at Boeing facilities in St. Louis and in Palmdale, Calif. F-15SG production deliveries will begin in the second quarter of 2009. The final aircraft in this procurement will be delivered to the RSAF in 2012.
Source: community.warplanes.com
