SINGAPORE: A Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) F-16 jet crashed at Tengah Air Base shortly after taking off on Wednesday afternoon (May 8).
The plane experienced "an issue" during take-off, said the Ministry of Defence (MINDEF).
"The pilot successfully ejected and the plane crashed thereafter within Tengah Air Base," the ministry added.
"The pilot is conscious and able to walk. He is receiving medical attention. No other personnel is hurt."
MINDEF said investigations are ongoing, adding that it will provide updates on the incident as soon as they become available.
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The plane experienced "an issue" during take-off, said the Ministry of Defence (MINDEF).
"The pilot successfully ejected and the plane crashed thereafter within Tengah Air Base," the ministry added.
"The pilot is conscious and able to walk. He is receiving medical attention. No other personnel is hurt."
MINDEF said investigations are ongoing, adding that it will provide updates on the incident as soon as they become available.
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