Update on Global Positioning System-based Approach Procedure at Seletar Airport

Mr Gerald Giam Yean Song asked the Minister for Transport (a) whether he can provide a progress update regarding the implementation of a Global Positioning System (GPS)-based approach procedure at Seletar Airport; (b) when will it be fully implemented; and (c) whether there is any delay in the implementation of the GPS-based approach procedure and, if so, what are the factors slowing down the implementation.

The Minister for Transport (Mr Chee Hong Tat): Mr Speaker, Singapore and Malaysia have been in discussions, taking into consideration the safety and efficiency of air traffic management in accordance with the International Civil Aviation Organisation's provisions.

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Mr Speaker: This is o ne of those rare occasions where you can finish all questions within Question Time.

Order. End of Question Time. The Clerk will now proceed to read the Order of the Day and Notice of Motion.