2007/07 - Project Cardinal

The RSAF embarked on Project Cardinal in July 2007 to drive its people development efforts in its transformation towards a 3rd Generation RSAF. This project sought to help RSAF personnel realise their full potential in meeting the RSAF’s missions.

The three figures in the Cardinal logo, each shaped in the form of the letter ‘C’, symbolises the RSAF’s people, who are fully imbued with the 3Cs of competencies, core values, and commitment. The different shades of blue bring out the diversity of vocations across the RSAF, each unique in its own but yet having a common identity. The orientation of the three figures towards the same direction demonstrates the teamwork and unity in striving towards the RSAF’s common objective of being a First-class Air Force.

“The success of the RSAF's transformation into the 3rd Generation Air Force will ultimately depend on its people, the competence of its people, and the commitment of its people in making the RSAF a first-class Air Force.”

LG Ng Yat Chung, Chief of Defence Force, 2006 on the airmen who form the backbone of the RSAF

“People development is a continuous and constantly evolving process. It is like running a marathon, where we must be consistent and pace ourselves accordingly. With committed airmen and effective leaders in the rank and file of the RSAF, we will be closer to effecting the desired cultural change that will ensure the long-term sustainability of our transformation efforts and future operational readiness. Commitment will be our anchor for this journey to develop the 3rd Generation airman who is highly competent and grounded in strong core values and military ethos.”

LTC Leong Kum Wah, Head, Air Training, 2007 on the importance of people development to the RSAF