GE Secures Singapore Engine Deal: Singapore has signed up for GE F110 engines to power the 12 F-15SG fighters it purchased from F-15-maker Boeing. There’s an option for another eight aircraft, as well. The SG model is an advanced version of the USAF F-15E Strike Eagle. The GE engine also powers 40 F-15K models delivered recently to South Korea.
Airmen basic rarely go on to become four-star generals, but one who did retired last week after a 42 year career that saw him rise from a lowly slick-sleeve to the head of one of the Air Force’s most important major commands.