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

1994/01 - The Searcher UAV

UAV

Scout Remotely Piloted Vehicle (RPV)

Searcher UAV

Year

1994

The RSAF introduced the Searcher UAV, advancing its unmanned capabilities and replacing the Scout RPV.

In 1994, the Searcher UAV replaced the Scout Remotely Piloted Vehicle (RPV) and the RPV-qualified operators were sent overseas for conversion training. It was first used in an overseas exercise in 1996. The Searcher UAV was operated by 128 Squadron and, later, 119 Squadron.

Gray UAV aircraft on asphalt with rear propeller and landing gear chocks.

Tactical Air Support Command was a step towards unmanned technology in the RSAF through RPVs.

Military personnel at console with map display, gauges, buttons, and a small monitor.

Tactical Air Support Command consisted of RPV pilots who pioneered unmanned aerial technology in the RSAF.

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