I believe that the key to my success was my drive to learn and to always strive to do better.

It was in 127 SQN where I experienced my first flight. I remember vividly staring out of the cabin door and looking out — it was surreal.

We planned to do 15 manoeuvres in 15 minutes, and trying to execute one manoeuvre per minute was very challenging. But we still managed to put up a good show.

The Lions Can Fly book educates children on the roles of the RSAF and how we come together as a team to defend Singapore.

I hope to inspire more PRIDE activists to drive innovation within the organisation.

Our Air Force has come a long way over these 50 years, when Singapore started with almost no air defence capability. Today, we have put together a formidable air defence arsenal and the RSAF is recognised as one of the most modern and competent air forces in the region.