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'Out of touch?’ Josephine Teo’s jet noise grumble during interview sparks backlash from netizens
‘Out of touch?’ Josephine Teo’s jet noise grumble during interview sparks backlash from netizens
PAP team lead for Jalan Besar GRC, Josephine Teo, drew backlash from netizens over her jet noise joke during a PAP event, with critics calling her elitist and out of touch—especially as residents in areas like Punggol and Sengkang face daily disruptions from RSAF aircraft.
Published
on
18 April 2025
By
Yustika
SINGAPORE: Netizens have criticised Minister Josephine Teo for her remark about the jet noise, arguing that it underscores her disconnect from the daily challenges faced by residents enduring the disruption.
During a media event on Wednesday (16 April) at Jalan Besar, People’s Action Party (PAP) leaders gathered to unveil their team for the upcoming elections.
The event was interrupted when the roar of jets flying overhead disrupted Minister Josephine Teo’s speech.
As the jets flew past, Teo made a lighthearted remark to her former fellow MP, Heng Chee How, referencing his role as the outgoing Senior Minister of State for Defence at the Ministry of Defence (MINDEF).
Heng’s position in the PAP line-up has been taken over by former senior civil servant Shawn Loh.
“Chee How, you’re from MINDEF, right? Want to give them a call?” Teo quipped.
As the noise persisted, she grumbled how the sound was “extraordinarily long.”
When the jets finally quietened down, a PAP member joked, “Your call worked,” prompting Teo to thank Heng as if he had indeed contacted MINDEF to halt the aircraft activity.
‘Sound of Freedom’ for the Public, But a Problem for Teo?
Teo’s remarks, captured on video, quickly triggered backlash across social media and forums.
A post on the r/SingaporeRaw forum highlighted the perceived double standards.
“When jet noise affects us, they say it is the ‘Sound of Freedom,’ and tell us to suck it up. But when it disturbs her, she tells the SMS for Defence to call MINDEF.”
Several users accused Teo of being elitist and tone-deaf, suggesting she appeared disconnected from the daily struggles of ordinary Singaporeans.
One comment pointed out that Teo’s “extraordinarily long” remark was particularly insensitive, given the jet noise residents in areas like Sengkang and Punggol endure almost every day.
Critics Slam Teo’s Remarks as Elitist and Tone-Deaf
The backlash extended to Mothership’s Instagram and Facebook pages, and The Straits Times’ Facebook post, where Teo came under further criticism.
Many accused her of being out of touch, saying her comments reflected entitlement and privilege.
One user said Teo’s approach felt tone-deaf, noting that residents have long tolerated SAF training noise out of respect for its importance.
Her joke about calling MINDEF was described as being in poor taste, implying her event took precedence over national defence.
Others pointed to Teo’s surprise at the noise, suggesting her reaction showed a lack of familiarity with the community’s day-to-day experience.
Some expressed disappointment that she seemed disconnected from the real issues residents face.
Residents Frustrated by Daily Jet Noise in Punggol and Sengkang
Residents of Punggol and Sengkang shared their ongoing frustration with the constant jet noise, describing it as a daily intrusion.
Some reported hearing jets as early as 7 a.m. and again at 7 p.m., with disruptions sometimes continuing throughout the day.
Several expressed annoyance at the brief disturbance Teo experienced. One user commented on her “extraordinarily long” remark, saying the situation in Punggol was far worse — and happened every single day.
Ignored Solutions, Lack of Action
Despite enduring these loud and disruptive sounds for years, many residents felt their complaints had fallen on deaf ears.
Some users noted that even though residents had emailed for help and suggested solutions — such as providing soundproof windows for schools affected by the constant jet noise — their concerns have been ignored.
They expressed frustration over the lack of action, particularly as the Workers’ Party (WP) has raised the issue in Parliament, yet it continues to fall on deaf ears, leaving residents — especially students and teachers — struggling for a better environment.
Jamus Lim Highlights Ongoing Struggles in Parliament
The issue was raised in Parliament during the Committee of Supply debate on 3 March 2025, when WP MP Associate Professor Jamus Lim (Sengkang GRC) addressed the disruptions caused by Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) flights.
Assoc Prof Lim said Sengkang residents face near-daily interruptions, often forced to pause work or conversations as jets roar overhead.
He explained that Sengkang’s location near the northeastern edge of Singapore worsens the impact, as aircraft often circle back after avoiding Malaysian airspace — leading to prolonged disturbances.
With more Singaporeans working from home, these disruptions have become more disruptive. Residents have reported up to seven flights per hour, especially during early mornings, evenings, and school exam periods.
Assoc Prof Lim urged the RSAF to consider clustering take-offs, modifying flight paths, avoiding peak hours, and observing quiet periods. But despite lengthy replies, the key message has remained: maintaining operational readiness is the priority.
He expressed disappointment that no meaningful relief is expected until the decommissioning of Paya Lebar Air Base in 2030.
As an alternative, he proposed exploring aerospace innovations that could reduce jet noise — including fin-line nozzles, micro vortex generators, and acoustic liners.
While stressing the importance of national defence, he urged authorities to weigh the real impact on residents’ quality of life.
Heng Chee How Defends RSAF Training
In response, Heng defended the necessity of military flight training.
He acknowledged the inconvenience but said local training is vital for pilot proficiency.
Heng highlighted current mitigation measures, including conducting flights over water, using higher altitudes, and adjusting training during key periods such as national exams.
Regarding noise-reduction technologies, Heng noted that no military aircraft manufacturers have successfully implemented fin-line nozzles or similar designs.
Still, he assured Parliament that the RSAF would continue monitoring developments to find cost-effective and operationally feasible solutions.
Heng emphasised the RSAF’s commitment to balancing operational readiness with residents’ quality of life.
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'Out of touch?’ Josephine Teo’s jet noise grumble during interview sparks backlash from netizens
‘Out of touch?’ Josephine Teo’s jet noise grumble during interview sparks backlash from netizens
PAP team lead for Jalan Besar GRC, Josephine Teo, drew backlash from netizens over her jet noise joke during a PAP event, with critics calling her elitist and out of touch—especially as residents in areas like Punggol and Sengkang face daily disruptions from RSAF aircraft.
Published
on
18 April 2025
By
Yustika
SINGAPORE: Netizens have criticised Minister Josephine Teo for her remark about the jet noise, arguing that it underscores her disconnect from the daily challenges faced by residents enduring the disruption.
During a media event on Wednesday (16 April) at Jalan Besar, People’s Action Party (PAP) leaders gathered to unveil their team for the upcoming elections.
The event was interrupted when the roar of jets flying overhead disrupted Minister Josephine Teo’s speech.
As the jets flew past, Teo made a lighthearted remark to her former fellow MP, Heng Chee How, referencing his role as the outgoing Senior Minister of State for Defence at the Ministry of Defence (MINDEF).
Heng’s position in the PAP line-up has been taken over by former senior civil servant Shawn Loh.
“Chee How, you’re from MINDEF, right? Want to give them a call?” Teo quipped.
As the noise persisted, she grumbled how the sound was “extraordinarily long.”
When the jets finally quietened down, a PAP member joked, “Your call worked,” prompting Teo to thank Heng as if he had indeed contacted MINDEF to halt the aircraft activity.
‘Sound of Freedom’ for the Public, But a Problem for Teo?
Teo’s remarks, captured on video, quickly triggered backlash across social media and forums.
A post on the r/SingaporeRaw forum highlighted the perceived double standards.
“When jet noise affects us, they say it is the ‘Sound of Freedom,’ and tell us to suck it up. But when it disturbs her, she tells the SMS for Defence to call MINDEF.”
Several users accused Teo of being elitist and tone-deaf, suggesting she appeared disconnected from the daily struggles of ordinary Singaporeans.
One comment pointed out that Teo’s “extraordinarily long” remark was particularly insensitive, given the jet noise residents in areas like Sengkang and Punggol endure almost every day.
Critics Slam Teo’s Remarks as Elitist and Tone-Deaf
The backlash extended to Mothership’s Instagram and Facebook pages, and The Straits Times’ Facebook post, where Teo came under further criticism.
Many accused her of being out of touch, saying her comments reflected entitlement and privilege.
One user said Teo’s approach felt tone-deaf, noting that residents have long tolerated SAF training noise out of respect for its importance.
Her joke about calling MINDEF was described as being in poor taste, implying her event took precedence over national defence.
Others pointed to Teo’s surprise at the noise, suggesting her reaction showed a lack of familiarity with the community’s day-to-day experience.
Some expressed disappointment that she seemed disconnected from the real issues residents face.
Residents Frustrated by Daily Jet Noise in Punggol and Sengkang
Residents of Punggol and Sengkang shared their ongoing frustration with the constant jet noise, describing it as a daily intrusion.
Some reported hearing jets as early as 7 a.m. and again at 7 p.m., with disruptions sometimes continuing throughout the day.
Several expressed annoyance at the brief disturbance Teo experienced. One user commented on her “extraordinarily long” remark, saying the situation in Punggol was far worse — and happened every single day.
Ignored Solutions, Lack of Action
Despite enduring these loud and disruptive sounds for years, many residents felt their complaints had fallen on deaf ears.
Some users noted that even though residents had emailed for help and suggested solutions — such as providing soundproof windows for schools affected by the constant jet noise — their concerns have been ignored.
They expressed frustration over the lack of action, particularly as the Workers’ Party (WP) has raised the issue in Parliament, yet it continues to fall on deaf ears, leaving residents — especially students and teachers — struggling for a better environment.
Jamus Lim Highlights Ongoing Struggles in Parliament
The issue was raised in Parliament during the Committee of Supply debate on 3 March 2025, when WP MP Associate Professor Jamus Lim (Sengkang GRC) addressed the disruptions caused by Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) flights.
Assoc Prof Lim said Sengkang residents face near-daily interruptions, often forced to pause work or conversations as jets roar overhead.
He explained that Sengkang’s location near the northeastern edge of Singapore worsens the impact, as aircraft often circle back after avoiding Malaysian airspace — leading to prolonged disturbances.
With more Singaporeans working from home, these disruptions have become more disruptive. Residents have reported up to seven flights per hour, especially during early mornings, evenings, and school exam periods.
Assoc Prof Lim urged the RSAF to consider clustering take-offs, modifying flight paths, avoiding peak hours, and observing quiet periods. But despite lengthy replies, the key message has remained: maintaining operational readiness is the priority.
He expressed disappointment that no meaningful relief is expected until the decommissioning of Paya Lebar Air Base in 2030.
As an alternative, he proposed exploring aerospace innovations that could reduce jet noise — including fin-line nozzles, micro vortex generators, and acoustic liners.
While stressing the importance of national defence, he urged authorities to weigh the real impact on residents’ quality of life.
Heng Chee How Defends RSAF Training
In response, Heng defended the necessity of military flight training.
He acknowledged the inconvenience but said local training is vital for pilot proficiency.
Heng highlighted current mitigation measures, including conducting flights over water, using higher altitudes, and adjusting training during key periods such as national exams.
Regarding noise-reduction technologies, Heng noted that no military aircraft manufacturers have successfully implemented fin-line nozzles or similar designs.
Still, he assured Parliament that the RSAF would continue monitoring developments to find cost-effective and operationally feasible solutions.
Heng emphasised the RSAF’s commitment to balancing operational readiness with residents’ quality of life.
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