Written Reply to Parliamentary Question on Additional Measures to Ensure Safety of Singapore-Registered Boeing Aircraft and Enhance Regulatory Oversight over Boeing

Assoc Prof Jamus Jerome Lim asked the Minister for Transport 

a.     with the goal of preventing future occurrences of safety issues with Boeing aircraft, what additional measures has the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore implemented to address safety concerns specific to Singapore-registered Boeing aircraft, beyond existing regulatory requirements; and 

b.     what is the timeline for its implementation.

Assoc Prof Jamus Jerome Lim asked the Minister for Transport 

a.     whether the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore has explored working with the Federal Aviation Administration to enhance regulatory oversight over Boeing, with the goal of preventing future occurrences of safety issues with Boeing aircraft; and 

b.     if so, what specific measures have been discussed or implemented.

Reply by Minister for Transport Chee Hong Tat:

1.     The Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) works closely with relevant States of Design including the Federal Aviation Administration, and aircraft manufacturers including Boeing, to ensure that aircraft operated by Singapore air operators meet all applicable airworthiness standards. Our air operators are also required to comply with any Airworthiness Directives issued by the States of Design to address any potential safety concerns.