oh yeahhhh. F-15T got the contract =D


MINDEF Statement on Next Fighter Replacement Programme
Posted: 06 Sep 2005, 1900 hours (Time is GMT +8 hours)

In response to media queries on the status of the SAF’s Next Fighter Replacement Programme (NFRP), a spokesperson said that MINDEF is now in the process of seeking final clarifications and contract negotiation with Boeing

weee. that is teh leet.

Probably chose the 15T due to firstly ease of logistics. both it and the F-16s we operate are powered by the F100-PW-229 turbofan, use the exact same american weaponry, both utilize the flying boom air refueling method from our KC-135Rs, which the planned F-35 which we are most probably acquiring are using, hence we can retire the KC-130s which use the hose/drogue and probe method currently used to refuel our F-5S/Ts once they retire. commonality = GOOD.

yankees are also giving us the AN/APG-63(V)3 Active Electronically Steered Array (AESA) radar with 15Ts, and the american operated F-15C-E already has a very powerful albeit mechanically steered radar (APG-63/APG-70), hence the APG-63(V)3 AESA would probably be able to rival that of our neighbours' Su-30s N-011 BARS phased array radars.

15T has a superior range, speed, altitude to its competitor, the Rafale. 15T has a larger radar cross section though, and the rafale is probably more maneuverable. However, the evolving trend of air combat dictates that given the advancement of air to air missiles, whoever fires first usually gets the kill, and a powerful radar, and with superior C3I (command, control, communications, intelligence) network, our AWACS (airborne warning and control system, our E-2C hawkeyes) and ELINT (electronic intelligence) superiority, coupled with more advanced versions of the combat proven AMRAAM (advanced medium range air to air missile), the AIM-120C-7, and high off-boresight infrared missiles (the AIM-9X) would ultimately give us an edge in any air to air combat in the region.

Air to Ground, i daresay the F-15Es, with its capable ground attack radar and wide range of precision guided munitions and unguided 'dumb' bombs, are second to none. And we're getting F-15Ts, souped up versions of the mudhen. 'nuff said.

i shall now dig up an old pic i once had, of F-15s in RSAF markings



yep. a pair of nice 15Ts, with AIM-9M sidewinders, 12 Mk-82 500lb bombs, an AN/AAQ-14 infrared, laser designator and ranging targeting pod

sweet. and all the other stuff that comes with it


Singapore – Weapons and Logistics/Training Support for F-15 Aircraft

On 22 August 2005, the Defense Security Cooperation Agency notified Congress of a possible Foreign Military Sale to Singapore of weapons, logistics, and training support for F-15 aircraft as well as associated equipment and services. The total value, if all options are exercised, could be as high as $741 million.

The Government of Singapore has requested a possible sale of
Major Defense Equipment (MDE)
* 200 AIM-120C Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAM);
* 6 AMRAAM Captive Air Training (CAT) Missiles;
* 50 MK-82 GBU-38 Joint Direct Attack Munitions (JDAM) w/BLU-111 warhead;
* 44 AN/AVS-9(V) Night Vision Goggles;
* 24 Link 16 Multifunctional Information Distribution System/Low Volume Terminals (Fighter Data Link Terminals);
* 30 AGM-154A-1 Joint Standoff Weapons w/BLU-111;
* 30 AGM-154C Joint Standoff Weapons;
* 200 AIM-9X SIDEWINDER Missiles;
* 24 AIM-9X SIDEWINDER CAT and Dummy Missiles;

Non- MDE
* 300,000 20mm Practice Round Cartridges;
* 100 KMU-556 GBU-31 JDAM Tail Kit Assemblies;
* 4 MK-82 and MK-84 Bomb Practice trainers; and

testing; integration; devices; containers; common munitions built-in test reprogramming equipment; mission data production system; drones; technical coordination program; engine component management program; aircrew safety equipment; foreign liaison officer administration support; training equipment; repair and return services; technical assistance; missile planning system; technical orders; electronic warfare systems and support; weapons trainers; weapon system reports; missile container; spare and repair parts; supply support; integration and technical services; spares; support and test equipment; personnel training and training equipment; software support; publications and technical documentation; training; life support and survival equipment; studies and surveys; ground support equipment; training missiles; U.S. Government and contractor technical and logistics personnel services and other related elements of logistics support. The estimated cost is $741 million.

haha. this so rocks

anyway, i'm going off to mat land tmr for a holiday. nope i'm not going back to BATU PAHAT.

yay. i'm gonna study a math there. will be back on saturday. goodbye =D

Joe Normal 8 % Nerd, 8% Geek, 17% Dork

For The Record: A Nerd is someone who is passionate about learning/being smart/academia. A Geek is someone who is passionate about some particular area or subject, often an obscure or difficult one. A Dork is someone who has difficulty with common social expectations/interactions. You scored less than half in all three, earning you the title of: Joe Normal. This is not to say that you don't have some Nerd, Geek or Dork inside of you--we all do, and you can see the percentages you have right above. This is just to say that none of those qualities stand out so much as to define you. Sure, you enjoy an episode of Star Trek now and again, and yeah, you kinda enjoyed a few classes back in the day. And, once in a while, you stumble while walking down the street even though there was nothing there to cause you to trip. But, for the most part, you look and act fairly typically, and aren't much of an outcast. I'd say there's a fair chance someone asked you to take this test. In any event, fairly normal. Congratulations! If you enjoyed this test, I would love the feedback! Also, you might want to check out some of my other tests if you're interested in any of the following: Buffy the Vampire Slayer Professional Wrestling Love & Sexuality America/Politics Thanks Again! -- THE NERD? GEEK? OR DORK? TEST

My test tracked 3 variables How you compared to other people your age and gender: You scored higher than 2% on nerdiness You scored higher than 6% on geekosity You scored higher than 15% on dork points

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oh no. i'm DORK.