Singapore Changi Airport: Difference between revisions

There is no dangerous weather here, but a rather big problem for spotters in tropical Singapore is the frequent and often unpredictable showers. Rain showers can last anything from ten minutes to a few days non-stop (especially so during the rainy season). A check with the weather forecast before you head off will be good, especially if you have limited time as many locations require nearly an hour of travel time each way if going by public transport, especially the public bus. If there is lightning and thunder, take shelter and do not go outdoors until the storm is over.

Changi Village, near Changi Beach has some "red-light" activity by the wee hours of the night. Changi Beach can be quite quiet at night especially on weekdays. While it cannot be considered unsafe, you might not want to venture out to Changi Beach Park too late at night unless you are staying at Changi Village Hotel or are camping at the park (permits are required, camping allowed at some areas only).

===Protected Place Restrictions===

Changi Airport is designated a Protected Place. Hence, photography of the runway, tarmac, apron, fenceline, airport buildings, South Cross or other airport fixtures is not allowed. Please DO NOT attempt to photograph the airport from the fenceline. Also take note that photography of aircraft on the tarmac while boarding or disembarking at the Budget Terminal is not allowed and security personnel will stop those who do so.

 

Patrols of the airport are regularly conducted by police and security personnel both from inside and outside the airport compound. Changi Beach and Changi Business Park also have occasional police patrols in the interest of public safety and security. If you are approached by police or security personnel, please do not hesitate to show your identification (IC, passport, etc.) and the photographs you have taken if requested. Please comply fully with all police instructions.