Singapore to Expand Maritime Surveillance Capabilities with US-Powered Aircraft

The US State Department has approved a possible Foreign Military Sale to Singapore for up to four P-8A Poseidon aircraft, valued at $2.316 billion. The Boeing P-8 Poseidon is a multi-role maritime patrol aircraft that would significantly expand Singapore’s long-range maritime surveillance and anti-submarine warfare capabilities. According to AeroTime, the Government of Singapore has requested the aircraft as part of its efforts to replace its Fokker 50 fleet with more capable ASW-focused platforms. The notification includes eight Mk 54 Mod 0 lightweight torpedoes and a wide package of sensors, software, spares, training, and sustainment support.