I try training at the Singapore Navy's new Submarine Trainer Centre
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What does it take to be a submariner in the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN)? Most of my knowledge of submarines is limited to what I've seen in the movies, so I was excited to get a taste of life as a submariner when we were invited to the Submarine TrainI try training at the Singapore Navy's new Submarine Trainer Centre
What does it take to be a submariner in the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN)? Most of my knowledge of submarines is limited to what I've seen in the movies, so I was excited to get a taste of life as a submariner when we were invited to the Submarine Trainer Centre located at Changi Naval Base on Sept 16. Over there, we were introduced to three training platforms: the Submarine Command Team Trainer, Submarine Dive Trainer and Submarine Maintenance Trainer, which were built to simulate the various aspects of operating an actual submarine. With these trainers, submarine crew can conduct training for newer crew members without physically stepping into a submarine. To become a submariner with RSN, candidates have to undergo a nine-month qualification course. This centre has been in operation since last year. Read more