Is RSAF doing anything about aircraft noise over certain
parts of Singapore?
The RSAF is mindful of the possible inconvenience to the public
as a result of its flying activities over Singapore.
The RSAF has laid down strict rules to reduce noise levels
around the airbases, though the noise cannot be totally eliminated.
Measures taken include:
Most of our training is done over the South China Sea and Pulau
Pawai, and at overseas training detachments. To reduce noise and
minimise risk, RSAF aircraft avoid the populated areas when they
take off for training. RSAF aircraft also fly at higher altitudes
in the departure routes.
The introduction of Flight Simulators in the RSAF have also
significantly cut down aircraft noise.
We also impose similar noise abatement measures on foreign
aircraft so as to reduce the impact of flying activities. The
measures implemented are meant to create a balance between
operational training requirements and consideration for the
residents. We are constantly exploring ways to minimise the noise
level.