1982/10 - Aeromedical services

Year

1982

The Aeromedical Centre was inaugurated in October 1982 at Paya Lebar Air Base to enhance aviation medicine and aircrew safety.

The Aeromedical Centre was inaugurated in October 1982 at Paya Lebar Air Base. It was conceived by MAJ (Dr) Lim Meng Kin, who saw the need for a centre of excellence that could develop deeper expertise in specialised clinical aviation medicine, aeromedical training for aircrew, and research on aircrew safety and performance. Located at the former Paya Lebar Airport's old departure hall, it was fully equipped with laboratory facilities.

Group photo of Aeromedical Centre personnel in uniform under facility signage.

ARMC conducted its first basic medicine course in the 1980s.

Minister addresses audience at podium during commissioning of aeromedical equipment.

Second Minister for Defence Dr Yeo Ning Hong officiated at the commissioning of the new aeromedical centre.

Minister unveils commemorative plaque for aeromedical training equipment commissioning.

Dr Yeo unveiling a plaque at the commissioning of the Aeromedical Centre.

Gold RSAF Aeromedical badge with wings and caduceus symbol in center.

The Aeromedical Officer badge is awarded to doctors who have completed their post-graduate specialist training to become Medical Officers in the RSAF. They provide aviation medical services to support the RSAF's operational efforts and ensure that airmen are fit for flying.