U.S. Air Force aircraft on display at Singapore International Airshow

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  • By Capt. Tamara Fischer-Carter
  • 51st Fighter Wing Public Affairs
SINGAPORE --  U.S. Air Force aircraft are on display as part of the Singapore International Airshow, one of the largest air and trade shows in the Asia-Pacific region, scheduled Feb. 11 through 16, at the Changi Exhibition Center.

The Airshow is a biennial international trade and airshow focused on building stronger relations between Singapore and other international communities including the U.S. The U.S. has its largest presence yet this year with more than 150 companies as well as a large contingent of U.S. government and private sector visitors and VIP guests.

"We are honored to participate in this year's Singapore International Airshow as it demonstrates our commitment to our partners and allies while furthering mutual training and cooperation between our military forces," said Gen. Hawk Carlisle, commander Pacific Air Forces.

A variety of U.S. military aircraft and equipment will be presented through static displays and aerial demonstrations, including the F-16 Fighting Falcon, MV-22 Osprey, KC-130J Hercules, P-8 Poseidon, and C-17 Globemaster III.

The U.S. continues to demonstrate its commitment to maintaining peace and stability in the Asia-Pacific region by participating events such as airshows and exercises with partner nations. The large U.S. presence at this year's airshow underscores the strong economic and security interests in the region and a focus on the U.S. rebalance to the region. It also provides the opportunity to promote interoperability and displays the flexible combat capabilities of the U.S. military.