SINGAPORE - A Chinook helicopter from the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) has made its first landing on an Australian ship, a move that demonstrates the trust and interoperability between the two sides and could lead to better cooperation in times of crisis. The landing of the CH-47D Chinook, from the RSAF's Oakey Detachment in Queensland, Australia, on the landing helicopter dock ship HMAS Adelaide took place in the waters off Townsville last Saturday (Oct 24). The defence ministries of both countries said the move demonstrated the closeness of the two armed forces and their ability to work together. In a Facebook post on Tuesday, Singapore's Ministry of Defence said landing on a ship was not easy as it involves precise manoeuvres and teamwork due to challenging conditions at sea. "The deck-landing is a reflection of the high levels of cooperation and interoperability between the two militaries," it said. The event was part of the lead-up to the commemoration of 30 years of Singapore Armed Forces training in Shoalwater Bay Training Area, Queensland, later this year. Oakey Detachment commander, Lieutenant-Colonel Jimmy Neo, said: "It means a lot to Oakey Detachment for the s...