Boeing
Boeing F-15SG
The Boeing F‑15SG is an advanced, single‑seat, twin‑engine fighter derived from the proven F‑15E Strike Eagle airframe and tailored for the Republic of Singapore Air Force. Development began in the early 2000s when Singapore sought a modern, multi‑role platform that could replace its aging fleet and integrate seamlessly with its network‑centric doctrine. The first flight took place in 2004 and the aircraft entered operational service in 2007, marking a pivotal upgrade for the nation’s air combat capabilities.
Key features include a highly digital cockpit with five large multifunction displays, an APG‑63(V)2 active electronically scanned array radar, and a comprehensive suite of infrared search‑and‑track sensors. Powered by two Pratt & Whitney F100‑PW‑229E engines, the F‑15SG delivers thrust‑vectoring capability, supercruise performance, and a payload capacity exceeding 23,000 pounds, allowing it to carry a mix of beyond‑visual‑range missiles, precision‑guided bombs, and advanced electronic warfare pods. Its airframe incorporates corrosion‑resistant treatments for tropical operations and extensive avionics upgrades for network‑centric warfare.
The F‑15SG’s significance lies in its embodiment of incremental innovation: it combines the durability of the classic F‑15 design with state‑of‑the‑art avionics, ensuring the Singapore Air Force remains a credible deterrent in a contested region while influencing future multinational fighter development programs.
Key features include a highly digital cockpit with five large multifunction displays, an APG‑63(V)2 active electronically scanned array radar, and a comprehensive suite of infrared search‑and‑track sensors. Powered by two Pratt & Whitney F100‑PW‑229E engines, the F‑15SG delivers thrust‑vectoring capability, supercruise performance, and a payload capacity exceeding 23,000 pounds, allowing it to carry a mix of beyond‑visual‑range missiles, precision‑guided bombs, and advanced electronic warfare pods. Its airframe incorporates corrosion‑resistant treatments for tropical operations and extensive avionics upgrades for network‑centric warfare.
The F‑15SG’s significance lies in its embodiment of incremental innovation: it combines the durability of the classic F‑15 design with state‑of‑the‑art avionics, ensuring the Singapore Air Force remains a credible deterrent in a contested region while influencing future multinational fighter development programs.
Classification
Production & History
- Units Produced
- 40
Design & Classification
- Manufacturer
- Boeing
- Operator
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Republic of Singapore Air Force
- Wikidata ID
- Q24856059