Singapore Airshow 2026: RSAF refreshes air transport capability as part of force modernisation
The four ex-Spanish C-130Hs will replace a similar number of RSAF C-130Bs that are around 60 years old. (Photo: author)
Singapore is understood to have received three of four ex-Spanish C-130Hs from Blue Aerospace in recent weeks.
Singapore will rejuvenate its Lockheed C-130 Hercules tactical airlift fleet through the acquisition of pre-owned C-130H aircraft, enabling the retirement of its sub-fleet of elderly C-130B airframes.
In response to written questions from the media on the sidelines of the Singapore Airshow 2026 this week, Chief of Air Force Maj Gen Kelvin Fan stated: “After thorough evaluations, we have determined that the C-130 remains the best platform to meet our operational needs for the next 15 to 20 years.”
He continued: “The Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) is therefore acquiring used, but still well-maintained, C-130H aircraft to replace our
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