Changi Airport’s latest exhibition, T5 in the Making, is now welcoming visitors to a glimpse into the exciting future of aviation. Launched on 6 January 2024, the exhibition is located in the Arrival Hall of Terminal 3 and will be open until March.
Interactive Experience Awaits
Acting Minister for Transport, Jeffrey Siow, expressed the significance of this initiative, stating, “I have no doubt that the world is watching to see what T5 represents for the future of aviation.” The exhibition aims to showcase the innovative features of Terminal 5 alongside the planning and challenges faced in constructing this ambitious project.
Exhibition Highlights
- Five Zones: The exhibition comprises five distinct zones, each offering unique insights into different facets of Changi Airport.
- Zone One: Features a towering 2.7m globe illustrating the significance of aviation in Southeast Asia.
- Zone Two: Chronicles the airport’s evolution from its days at Paya Lebar to the present.
- Zone Three: Includes a short film detailing the design considerations for Terminal 5.
- Zone Four: Showcases futuristic technologies like AI management systems and customer service robots.
- Zone Five: Features a scale model of Terminal 5 for close observation.
Visitor Experience
Since opening registration on 15 December 2023, around 15,000 visitors have signed up to experience the exhibition. Each booking, which accommodates up to five people, can be made up to 30 days in advance, ensuring strong interest in this unique opportunity. Walk-in visits are also accepted based on available capacity.
Environmental and Employment Impact
Terminal 5 is set to be a game-changer, allowing Changi Airport to increase its capacity by 50 million passengers annually. The new terminal will play a pivotal role in addressing challenges such as manpower constraints, an ageing population, and climate change. By creating job opportunities in sectors like data science and systems operations, it promises a brighter future for employment in the region.
As Stanley Seah, a visitor at the exhibition, remarked, the displays are “very impressive” and offer enlightening insights into how T5 will evolve to meet new challenges. Plans for its completion are slated for the mid-2030s, but anticipation is already building regarding its final design and features.
Entrance to the exhibition is free, and visitors can check availability and make reservations by visiting the official Changi Airport website.