The Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) pilot who was involved in the F-16 crash at Tengah Air Base on 8 May 2024 is conscious and stable. He has undergone a full medical examination, which revealed no major injuries.

The serviceman is an experienced pilot with over 2,000 flying hours on the F-16 aircraft. According to the pilot, he encountered flight control issues upon lifting off the runway at Tengah Air Base for a routine training flight.

As a safety precaution, the RSAF has temporarily suspended training for the F-16 aircraft fleet until investigations show that it is safe to resume. Detailed investigations are ongoing and updates will be provided.