145th squadron ( RSAF)

The squadron was based at Tengah AB from its activation back in 1984 on the A-4 Skyhawk. With the introduction of the F-16, the squadron moved to Changi AB. The reason for this move was twofold. With the introduction of the F-16 within both 140 and 143 squadrons it became quite crowded at Tengah AB. Secondly, it was foreseen that 145 squadron would receive the latest batch of ordered F-16s. This order only consisted of D-models and had another tasking then the units based at Tengah AB. Therefore a concentration of types within the Singapore F-16 community was envisioned.

The squadron was the latest to be equipped with the F-16. All aircraft are of the dual seat D-model. They are build to the latest block 52 standard, giving them a further edge in capabilities compared to their older mates flying in both 140 and 143 sqn as well with the training unit in the United States.

RSAF F-16D Block 52, #661, part of the latest Peace Carvin IV order rolling just prior to take off on its first flight [LMTAS photo ]

• 1984: Activation of the squadron in Tengah
• 1984: (T)A-4S-1 'Skyhawk'
• 1990: (T)A-4SU 'Skyhawk'
• 2003: F-16D 'Fighting Falcon' (Changi AB)

• All 145 sqn F-16s in our F-16 Aircraft Database (past and current aircraft)
• Current 145 sqn F-16s in our F-16 Aircraft Database