Army Open House comes to city

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The SAF's Leopard tank and Apache assault helicopters are coming to the F1 Pit Building this weekend - as part of this year's edition of the Open House.

Themed Fathers And Sons, to celebrate 45 years of national service (NS), it will be open to the public from 9am to 8pm. Admission to the Open House and all rides are free.

Demonstrations, exhibitions and rides have been lined up to give visitors a taste of army operations and its history. For the first time, the public can take short rides on the infantry Terrex vehicle, as well as take to the sea with the Fast Craft Utility, a Navy vessel that supports land operations.

Visitors looking for more action can expect to be treated to a 30-minute dynamic defence show, complete with special effects, put up three times a day.

The show will simultaneously display an array of the army's modern armament, such as the Terrex, the High Mobility Artillery Rocket System and bomb- disposal equipment.

Visitors could try their hand at a "gunbattle" using the Paintball Engagement System or test their shooting skills using the Tactical Engagement System. A mini obstacle course is also set to thrill kids.

Additionally, a time-tunnel exhibit - which features a multimedia display, a history gallery and a recognition hall - has been put up to showcase the evolution of the SAF and celebrate the past sacrifices and commitment of NSmen.