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2010/03 - Exercise Golden Merlion
Exercise Golden Merlion
S-70B Seahawk
2010
In 2010, Exercise Golden Merlion saw the RSAF, RSN, and US Navy integrate S-70B Seahawks with naval units for joint operations off California.
Exercise Golden Merlion took place from 8 to 15 March 2010 off the coast of Southern California. This exercise involved the RSAF, the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN), and the United States Navy, with dedicated naval aviation units from both countries. With the RSAF’s S-70B Seahawks at the centre of the action, this exercise saw the integration of the naval helicopters with the RSN's frigate. The S-70B was inaugurated into 123 Squadron in January 2011.

RSAF pilot with his US counterpart at the end of the day's training.

Minister for Defence Dr Ng Eng Hen on the flight deck, interacting with crew from the RSS Stalwart and the naval helicopter.