Australian Air Force Chief Makes Introductory Visit to Singapore

Chief of Air Force of the Royal Australian Air Force, Air Marshal (AM) Leo Davies, calling on Minister for Defence Dr Ng Eng Hen at the Ministry of Defence (MINDEF).

Chief of Air Force of the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF), Air Marshal (AM) Leo Davies, called on Minister for Defence Dr Ng Eng Hen at the Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) this morning.

AM Davies, who is in Singapore for his introductory visit from 25 to 26 August 2015, also called on Chief of Defence Force Major-General Perry Lim and Chief of Air Force Major-General Hoo Cher Mou, after inspecting a Guard of Honour at MINDEF earlier today. As part of his programme, AM Davies will visit Sembawang Air Base later this afternoon, before taking a familiarisation flight on board a Super Puma helicopter to Paya Lebar Air Base.

The visit by AM Davis underscores the close and long-standing defence relations between Singapore and Australia. The Republic of Singapore Air Force and the RAAF interact regularly through bilateral and multilateral training exercises such as Exercise Pitch Black, professional exchanges, and the cross-attendance of professional courses. These extensive interactions have enhanced the interoperability between the two air forces, as well as the professional rapport and ties between their personnel. In line with the spirit of the Singapore-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership signed by both Prime Ministers on 29 June 2015, both air forces will be working closely to strengthen and enhance bilateral defence ties and explore new initiatives for military training and cooperation.

AM Davies inspecting the Guard of Honour at MINDEF.

AM Davies (middle) in a familiarisation flight onboard a Super Puma helicopter, accompanied by Chief of Air Force Major-General Hoo Cher Mou (left), during a unit visit to Sembawang Air Base.