With Strength Through Readiness as its maxim, Paya Lebar's logo portrays a modern, dynamic airbase.
The soaring fighter plane signifies the base's readiness and its people's progressive outlook.
The clenched fist represents single-mindedness, strength and courage with a mastery of air operations.
Teamwork is represented by the band around the wrist while the two lightning bolts show the airbase's operations and support role.
Starting off as the civilian Paya Lebar International Airport in 1955, it was rechristened Paya Lebar Air Base 12 years later with an Air Movement Centre that handles passengers and cargo arriving on RSAF flights, MINDEF charter flights and foreign military aircraft. Converted to military use in 1981, it currently houses the C130 Hercules and the F5 Tiger IIs. The flying squadrons are:
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122 Squadron
The 122 Squadron's history began in 1977 with the arrival of the RSAF's first two C130s. The addition of more C130s saw the squadron officially inaugurated in April 1980.
The C130 is used for parajumping, troop lifting, air-to-air refuelling and cargo transport. It is the constant bearer of Singapore's goodwill to countries afflicted by wars or natural disasters. Relief missions have seen the 122 Squadron in regional as well as international assignments. It is the only RSAF Squadron to travel across the globe thrice and has clocked more than 65,000 safe flying hours.
With its history of relief and support of the needy, the 122 Squadron lives up to its motto Dependable.
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141 Squadron
Formed in 1972, the 141 Squadron operates the F5 and RF5 reconnaissance aircraft, which brings photo reports of targets to the commanders and pilots. The squadron goes by the motto, Detect To Deter.
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144 Squadron
Tasked with both Air-to-Air and Air-to-Ground missions. Formed in 1979, the 144 Squadron are F5 veterans.
The squadron's motif - the Blackite, a deadly and unpredictable bird of prey set against a bow and arrow - represents its vision, readiness and swift strength. This is reinforced by their motto, Dare To Excel.
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149 Squadron
The decision to have an additional F5 squadron led to the formation of the 149 Squadron in 1985. The squadron fulfils its interceptor role admirably, armed with the Sidewinder AIM 9P air-to-air missiles (AAM).
Named after the Shikra, a powerful and graceful falcon that executes swift and deadly attacks, the 149 Squadron's Steadfast motto parallels the Shikra's aggressive and fearless nature when its home is disturbed.
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The flying squadrons are supported by:
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Air Logistics Squadron (ALS)
Air Logistics Squadron (ALS)
The Air Logistics Squadron services, maintains and repairs on-ground systems required for air operations.
Paya Lebar's ALS motif is an upward pointing aircraft set against red compressor blades. The aircraft's upward inclination represents its quest for improvement. The squadron's dynamic team spirit is symbolised by the compressor blades, while the red signifies its readiness to support air operations at all times. Hence the motto Pride In Support.
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Airfield Maintenance Squadron (AMS)
The Airfield Maintenance Squadron keeps runways and airfields in operational order. It also carries out bomb and explosive disposal work.
Paya Lebar AMS' goals of providing consistent quality maintenance of the airfield through coordination, speed and efficiency, are represented by its motif's black runway. With its motto Forever Forward, the squadron continually rises to meet challenges and achieve its missions.
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Field Defence Squandron (FDS)
The Field Defence Squadron ensures the security of the air base through regular perimeter patrols and controlling personnel movement within the base. Through regular training, the Field Defence Squadron is well-prepared for its air base ground defence role during operations.
Paya Lebar FDS' qualities - strength, bravery and fierceness - is aptly represented by its winged dragon motif. With the challenge Dare Us, the unit upholds righteousness and is readiness to strike any adversary when provoked.
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Flying Support Squadron (FSS)
The Flying Support Squadron ensures the smooth flow of aircraft traffic in and out of the base by controlling the base's airspace and aircraft. The FSS is responsible for the safety and success of all air missions.
Tengah's FSS motif - an eagle perched above a pyramid - symbolises the FSS' role in supporting RSAF flying operations out of Tengah. The unit's motto is Excellence and Beyond.
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Last updated on 02 Nov 2007
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