Singapore, Indonesia conduct joint air patrol
Two nations' air forces carry out coordinated border airspace operation.
The Brief
- F-16 fighter jets from Singapore and Indonesia participated in a two-day joint patrol.
- The operation, named Patkor Indopura, focused on border airspace security.
- Leaders from both air forces joined the patrol in their respective aircraft.
Two F-16 fighter aircraft from the Republic of Singapore Air Force and the Indonesian Air Force conducted a joint air patrol along the shared border airspace.
The operation, known as Patkor Indopura, involved briefings, standing operating procedures, and coordinated patrols.
Singapore's Ministry of Defence stated the exercise highlights the long-standing defense relationship between the two countries.
The ministry noted that such exercises, along with professional exchanges and visits, help improve interoperability and mutual understanding.
Both air force chiefs, Major-General Kelvin Fan and Air Chief Marshal Mohamad Tonny Harjono, participated in the patrol in their respective aircraft.
Fan described the operation as a milestone reflecting trust, friendship, and professionalism between the two air forces.
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