Singapore Airshow, a global marketplace and networking powerhouse for the world's defence industry interested in the ASPAC was organised and managed by Experia Events. The biennial event is also a platform for high-level conferences dedicated to leading players. Country representation featured 20 country groups and pavilions, of which the Philippines and Indonesia country pavilions were participating for the first time; while returning country groups and pavilions included Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, China, France, Germany, Israel, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, the Netherlands, the Russian Federation, Singapore, Switzerland, Romania, the UK, and the USA. The Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF)'s integrated aerial display team, comprising an F-15SG fighter jet and an AH-64D APACHE attack helicopter performed 11 exciting manoeuvres, showcasing precision and coordination between two different aircraft types of different manoeuvrability and capabilities. Their mesmerising routine included the Vertical Punch, a new manoeuvre that was performed for the first time. The Black Eagles from the Republic of Korea Air Force (ROKAF), known for their jaw-dropping stunts, were also present as were flying displays by the French Air Force's RAFALE; the USAF's C-17 GLOBEMASTER Ⅲ, F-16C/D Fighting FALCON, and B-52 STRATOFORTRESS, and the Sukhoi Su-30MKM from the Royal Malaysian Air Force. In addition, visitors had the opportunity to interact with the pilots, while also reviewing hardware and software exhibited by the defence industry. The static aircraft display included two UAF F-22 stealth fighters, the A400M transport aircraft, UAVs, helicopters and more.
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