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PILOT

Command the skies with some of the world's most advanced aircraft.

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When every second matters, you become the deciding factor. As a Pilot, you are the nation’s first and fastest line of defence, one that rises up to unparalleled heights while executing missions with absolute precision. As the driving force behind the most advanced fighter jets, helicopters and transport aircraft, you will think, move and act faster than others. Harness your drive for speed, and conquer new heights with us.

Fulfil your calling as a:

  • Fighter pilot
  • Helicopter pilot
  • Transport pilot

As a Pilot, you will be under the Enhanced Officers Scheme (EOS).

Training Progression

Basic Military Training
9 weeks
Air Grading (Tamworth, Australia)
2 months
Common Leadership Module (SAFTI MI)
2 weeks
Air Force Service Term (SAFTI MI)
7 weeks
Jungle Orientation Training
2 weeks
Aviation Ground School (AFTC)
3 months
Basic Wing Course (Pearce, Australia)
6-9 months
Advanced Flying Course (Canada/ France/ Italy/ USA/ Singapore)
Up to 15 months

Other Requirements

  • Eyesight not more than 600 degrees per eye
  • Astigmatism not more than 200 degrees per eye
  • Height between 1.62m and 1.90m
  • All relevant Degrees, Diplomas or an 'A' Level/IB Certificate

SALARY RANGE

OCT

SALARY RANGE

2LT

SALARY RANGE

LTA

SALARY RANGE

CPT

LIFE IN THE RSAF

LTC Sebastian Chai
"Safeguarding what’s important requires that we constantly hone our skills. Apart from regular training locally, I've had the honour and privilege of participating in many multilateral exercises with advanced Air Forces around the world."
LTC Sebastian Chai

LTC Sebastian Chai

Pilot

STATE-OF-THE-ART TECHNOLOGY FOR A FIRST CLASS AIR FORCE

Be part of a team that employs some of the most advanced aircraft and weapon systems in the world.

F-15SG Strike Eagle

F-15SG
F-15SG
Strike Eagle
F-15SG
description
All-weather multi-role fighter designed with the latest avionics, an integrated sensor suite and advanced weapons to achieve air superiority over the battlefield.
PERFORMANCE
Maximum Speed:
  • Mach 2.5
Combat Ceiling:
  • 19,200 m
Specs
Length: 19.45 m
Wingspan: 13.04 m
Height: 5.64 m
CREW
  • 1 x Pilot
  • 1 x Weapon Systems Officer

Pilot

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Weapon Systems Officer (Fighter)

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Air Force Engineer

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Air Force Engineer (Maintenance)

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F-16C/D/D+ Fighting Falcon

F-16C/D/D+
F-16C/D/D+
Fighting Falcon
F-16C/D/D+
description
Multi-role combat platform equipped with advanced capabilities. It is used in a wide spectrum of precision day and night operations.
PERFORMANCE
Maximum Speed:
  • Over Mach 2
Combat Ceiling:
  • About 15,000 m
Specs
Length: 15.06 m
Wingspan: 10.01 m
Height: 4.88 m
CREW
For F-16D+:
  • 1 x Pilot
  • 1 x Weapon Systems Officer
For F-16C/D:
  • 1 x Pilot

Pilot

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Weapon Systems Officer (Fighter)

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Air Force Engineer

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Air Force Engineer (Maintenance)

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AH-64D
Apache Longbow Helicopter
AH-64D
description
Multi-mission attack helicopter featuring the integrated Target Acquisition and Designation Sight (TADS) and Pilot Night Vision System (PNVS), enabling it to navigate and conduct precision attacks in day, night and adverse weather conditions.
PERFORMANCE
Maximum Speed:
  • 147 knots
Endurance:
  • 3 hours
Specs
Length: 17.73 m
Wingspan: 5.23 m
Rotor Diameter: 14.63 m
Height: 4.05 m, 4.95 m (Longbow)
CREW
  • 1 x Pilot
  • 1 x Co-pilot/Gunner

Pilot

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Air Force Engineer

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Air Force Engineer (Maintenance)

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CH-47
Chinook
CH-47
description
The CH-47 helicopters are able to airlift troops and evacuees, as well as transport supplies to where they are needed the most.
PERFORMANCE
Maximum Speed:
  • 170 knots
Maximum Range:
  • 650 NM
Endurance:
  • 4.5 hours
Specs
Length: 30.2 m
Rotor Diameter: 18.3 m
Height: 5.69 m
CREW
  • 2 x Pilot
  • 55 x Passengers or 24 x Stretchers with 2 x Medics

Pilot

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Aircrew Specialist

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Air Force Engineer

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Air Force Engineer (Maintenance)

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Air Force Engineer (Fight Engineer)

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Super Puma
AS 332M/M1
Super Puma
description
Medium lift helicopter whose roles include troop lifting, search and rescue, external load operations and reconnaissance.
ROLES
  • Search and rescue
  • Trooplift
  • External load operations
  • Personnel transport
  • Reconnaissance
PERFORMANCE
Powerplant:
  • 2 x Turbomeca Makila 1A engines with 1310kW (1756 hp) each
Max. Speed:
  • 167 knots
Max. Range:
  • 420 NM
Specs
Length: 18.7 m
Rotor Diameter: 15.6 m
Height: 3.9 m
Width: 4.9m
Crew
  • 1 x Crew Chief
  • 2 x Pilots

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Aircrew Specialist

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Sikorsky S-70B
Seahawk
Sikorsky S-70B
description
Naval helicopter armed with advanced radar sonar that strengthens the anti-surface and anti-submarine warfighting capabilities of the frigates from the Republic of Singapore Navy.
PERFORMANCE
Maximum Speed:
  • 140 knots
Maximum Range:
  • About 400 NM
Gross Weight:
  • 9,600 kg
Hover Ceiling:
  • 2,200 m
Specs
Length: 19.76 m
Rotor Diameter: 16.35 m
Height: 5.2 m
CREW
  • 2 x Pilot
  • 1 x Tactical Coordinator Officer
  • 1 x Sensor Supervisor

Pilot

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Air Force Engineer

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Air Force Engineer (Maintenance)

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C-130
Hercules
C-130
description
Multi-role platform that excels in its primary role of troop and cargo lift, while capable of fulfilling other roles such as humanitarian assistance and disaster relief.
PERFORMANCE
Maximum Speed:
  • 320 knots
Maximum Range:
  • 4,800 NM
Endurance:
  • 15 hours
Service Ceiling:
  • 40,000 feet
Specs
Length: 30.32 m
Wingspan: 40.41 m
CREW
  • 2 x Pilots
  • 1 x Navigator
  • 1 x Load Master
  • 1 x Flight Engineer
Seating Capacity
  • 92 x Passengers

Pilot

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Aircrew Specialist

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Air Force Engineer

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Air Force Engineer (Maintenance)

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Air Force Engineer (Flight Engineer)

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MRTT
Multi-Role Tanker Transport
MRTT
Description
The Airbus A330 Multi-Role Tanker Transport (A330-MRTT) is a next generation tanker aircraft capable of conducting Air-to-Air Refuelling (AAR) and airlift roles simultaneously.
Aircraft Systems
  1. Air Refuelling (AR) Systems. The AR systems are controlled from the Operator Console located in the flight deck. This arrangement facilitates pilot and operator coordination. The Aerial Refuelling Boom System (ARBS) is operated by fly-by-wire controls and electrical actuators, together with a 3-dimensional (3D) video system. The 3D video system provides the operators with a clearer and realistic visualisation of ongoing AAR operations.
  2. Avionics. The A330-MRTT is fitted with advanced avionics as well as fly-by-wire control systems featured in the civil A330 aircraft. It will also be equipped with a customised suite of military avionics.
Specs
  • Length: 58.8 m
  • Height: 17.4 m
  • Wing Span: 60.3 m
Performance
  • Cruise Speed - 0.86 Mach
  • Service Ceiling - 12.6 km
  • Maximum Fuel Weight - 111,000 kg
Performance
  • 2 Pilots
  • 1 Air Crew Specialist (Air Refuelling Operator)
Capacity
  • Maximum Personnel Capacity - 266 personnel
  • Maximum Cargo Capacity - 37,000 kg

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Aircrew Specialist

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Air Force Engineer

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Air Force Engineer (Maintenance)

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Gulfstream 550
Airborne Early Warning
gulfstream550
description
Equipped with a sophisticated mission suite that includes an Active Electronically Scanned Array radar, the G550 provides airborne early warning by detecting, identifying and tracking aerial targets.
PERFORMANCE
Maximum Speed:
  • Mach 0.82
Endurance:
  • 9 hours
Service Ceiling:
  • 41,000 feet
Specs
Length: 29.8 m
Wingspan: 28.5 m
Height: 8.3 m
CREW
  • 2 x Pilots
  • 6 x Air Warfare Officers

Pilot

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Air Warfare Officer

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Air Force Engineer

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Air Force Engineer (Maintenance)

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Fokker 50
Utility Aircraft/ Maritime Patrol Aircraft
Fokker 50
description
Utility aircraft that provides dedicated wide area maritime air surveillance for search and rescue operations, aeromedical evacuations and the transportation of personnel.
PERFORMANCE
Maximum Speed:
  • 220 knots
Maximum Range:
  • 2,600 NM
Endurance:
  • 8 hours
Specs
Length: 25.25 m
Wingspan: 29 m
Height: 8.32 m
CREW
Maritime Patrol Aircraft (MPA):
  • 2 x Pilots
  • 1 x Load Master
  • 3 x System Operators

Utility Transport Aircraft (UTA):
  • 2 x Pilots
  • 1 x Load Master
  • Transport capability for one of the following:
  • 39 x fully-equipped Paratroopers, or
  • 21 x Stretchers and 2 x Medics, or
  • 50 x Passengers

Pilot

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Aircrew Specialist

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Air Force Engineer

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Air Force Engineer (Maintenance)

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M-346
Aermacchi
m346
description
Advanced jet trainer used to train the next generation of fighter aircrew, it closely replicates the flight performance of advanced fighter aircraft.
PERFORMANCE
Maximum Speed:
  • 590 knots
Service Ceiling:
  • 13,716 m
Specs
Length: 11.49 m
Wingspan: 9.72 m
Height: 4.91 m
CREW
  • 1 x Student
  • 1 x Instructor

Pilot

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Air Force Engineer

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Air Force Engineer (Maintenance)

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PC-21
Pilatus
PC-21
description
Highly advanced tandem-seat turboprop aircraft trainer that is used to produce more capable pilots for the 3rd Generation RSAF.
PERFORMANCE
Maximum Speed:
  • 370 knots
Service Ceiling:
  • 7,620 m
Specs
Length: 11.24 m
Wingspan: 9.11 m
Height: 3.75 m
CREW
  • 1 x Student
  • 1 x Instructor

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