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THE MAKING OF THE CHANGI AIRPORT STORY

 

This is a story of Vision, to see what others could not.. of Courage, to do what is difficult but right… and Conviction, to turn dreams into reality.

Join us on a journey through time, and discover untold stories about the making of Changi Airport. The exhibition commemorates the visionary leadership, boldness and conviction of the late Mr Lee Kuan Yew and his team of founding leaders, whose values continue to shape the success and growth of Singapore’s air hub through its past, present and future.

1 January to 31 May 2024 | 9:00am - 10:00pm | Located at Terminal 2, Level 3 | Free Admission

 

 

Chapter 1
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Growing Pains‎

Travel back in time to learn about the history and growth of Paya Lebar Airport, and experience the challenges faced by residents living close to the airport and how it affected their daily lives.
Chapter 2
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Dreams are Made of Struggles‎

Learn of the struggles, opportunities and big debate that took place in the 70s - should we expand Paya Lebar or should we move to Changi?
Chapter 3
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The Courage to Move‎

A special committee was formed to study the feasibility of moving their to Changi and learn what led to the bold decision that changed Singapore’s aviation history.
Chapter 4
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Showtime: The Making of Changi Airport‎

Watch a short film about the key construction milestones of Changi Airport leading up to its opening in 1981.
Chapter 5
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The Pursuit of Excellence‎

Enjoy anecdote-filled stories of how Mr Lee and the airport’s founding leaders shaped and transformed Changi Airport to what it is today.
Chapter 6
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Building on the Dream‎

Take a glimpse into the future and learn how decisions made decades ago laid the foundation for today’s monumental undertaking - the Changi East development.

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