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Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF)
Second generation (1985 to 2005)

1990/07 - Exercise Pitch Black

Exercise/Operation

Exercise Pitch Black

Year

1990

The RSAF joined Exercise Pitch Black in Australia, training with global air forces in realistic combat scenarios.

The RSAF took part in Exercise Pitch Black in Darwin, Australia, for the first time in 1990. A biennial air combat exercise, it also involves participants from the Air Forces of Australia, France, Malaysia, New Zealand, Thailand, and the United States as well as from the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation. It promotes mutual understanding and provides the different Air Forces with opportunities to train in realistic operational scenarios

Three fighter jets fly over a forested area and mountains.

The RSAF’s and the Royal Air Force's F-5s in flight formation.

Two people in flight suits review a world map, one holding a pen and the other holding papers.

RSAF personnel working with fellow airmen on mission planning during Exercise Pitch Black.

Four pilots in flight suits walk across a reddish-brown surface, each holding a helmet.

CPT Daniel Foo (second from right) during Exercise Pitch Black in 1991.

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