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1999/03 - Super Skyhawks and AJT go to France

A-4SU Super Skyhawk

1999

The RSAF moved its A-4SU Super Skyhawks to France for advanced jet training, overcoming Singapore’s airspace limits.

On 2 March 1999, the RSAF’s A-4SU Super Skyhawks were transported to Cazaux Air Base in France and were used for advanced jet training. This move helped overcome the limitations of local airspace.

Wrapped jet plane being crane-lifted onto a red Kaiser transport truck; workers nearby.

The Air Logistics Squadron towed the eight aircraft along the expressways to Jurong Port, where the ship carrier departed for a month-long voyage to France.

Olive and brown fighter jets in a row on a tarmac, maintenance crew nearby.

This detachment was made possible after Singapore signed the Defence Cooperation and Status of Forces Agreement with France in October 1998.

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