1971/09 - Paya Lebar Air Base

1971

Paya Lebar Air Base, originally built in 1954, became a military base in 1967 and now houses the C-130 Hercules and F-15SG aircraft.

Paya Lebar Air Base (PLAB) was originally built in 1954 to replace Kallang Airport as Singapore International Airport. It was gradually converted into a military base from late 1967 and took its current name when civilian airport operations moved to Changi Airport in 1981. PLAB now houses aircraft such as the C-130 Hercules and the F-15SG.

Singapore and RSAF flags raised during a parade with uniformed personnel in formation.

The RSAF took over Paya Lebar Airport and converted it into a military base in 1981.

Black and white image of Paya Lebar Airbase control tower.

Lebar Air Base's air traffic control centre has been in use since the days when it first opened as a civilian Airport.

Side view of the original passenger terminal building at Paya Lebar Airbase.

Paya Lebar Airport's original passenger terminal building.

Bird’s-eye view of aircraft parked near hangars at Paya Lebar Airbase.

The airport underwent an expansion programme from 1971 and 1978.

Full aerial view showing runway, hangars, and facilities of Paya Lebar Airbase.

The passenger terminal building was extended in 1973.

Cover of RSAF Paya Lebar’s 1st anniversary celebration booklet dated 17 Jul 1982.

The programme of PLAB’s first anniversary celebration on 17 July 1982.

RSAF Paya Lebar crest with motto 'Strength Through Readiness' on a black background.

The Paya Lebar Air Base crest.