The 71st International Congress of Aviation and Space Medicine (ICASM) took place in Singapore from 27th to 30th October 2025. As the flagship congress of the International Academy of Aviation and Space Medicine (IAASM), this 4-day event saw a record turnout of 640 registered participants, including conference delegates, sponsors, exhibitors and accompanying persons.

The Guest of Honor (GOH) was Ms Sun Xueling (Senior Minister of State, Ministry of Transport and Senior Minister of State, Ministry of National Development of Singapore).  

Opening Ceremony with GOH Ms Sun Xueling

Opening Address by Chairman, Organising Committee of ICASM 2025, Dr Benjamin Tan

President of the IAASM, Dr Francisco Rios Tejada, giving the Welcome Address

With a forward-looking theme “Soaring Towards New Horizons in Aviation and Space Medicine”, the scientific programme started with the highly anticipated André Allard Memorial Lecture for 2025. Entitled “Defining the Future of Global Systems Governing Health and Wellbeing of Populations: Amidst the Revolution in Aviation and Space Travel”, it was a riveting lecture delivered by Professor Teo Yik Ying (Dean, Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health).

Professor Teo Yik Ying delivering the Andre Allard Memorial Lecture

The Ernsting Panel that ensued covered “New Paradigms and Approaches in Aviation Mental Health”, with presentations from ICAO and regulators from around the world. Professor Vernon Lee (Chief Executive Officer, Communicable Disease Agency of Singapore) delivered the ICASM 2025 Plenary Lecture, highlighting the opportunities for the aviation industry in combating future infectious disease pandemics.

Ernsting Panel on The Ernsting Panel on New Paradigms and Approaches in Aviation Mental Health

Professor Vernon Lee presenting the ICASM 2025 Plenary Lecture

The second day of the congress saw an effervescent Women in Aviation Panel which highlighted the many challenges and opportunities for women pursuing careers in the aviation sector.

The Women in Aviation Panel with all the women in aviation on stage for a group photo

The congress was packed with a total of 133 oral and poster presentations covering a diverse range of topics, from space medicine to aviation cardiology, aviation ophthalmology, aviation psychiatry and psychology, civil and military aviation medicine, crash dynamics and many more. 

In addition to a rich scientific programme, congress delegates had the unique opportunity to embark on one of 4 technical visits planned: Singapore Airline Training Centre, Changi Airport, MITRE Asia Pacific Singapore and the Singapore Changi Aeromedical Centre. These exclusive technical visits allowed delegates to have a behind-the-scene peek into Singapore’s diverse aviation landscape.

Technical Visit to the Singapore Changi Aeromedical Centre

True to tradition, the congress in Singapore also saw a fun-filled social programme for all delegates and spouses. Participants who attended the Congress Welcome Reception on the first day witnessed the lively Lion Dance (traditional celebratory dance) while enjoying drinks and canapes.

Lion Dance at the Congress Welcome Reception

The second night saw the Academicians' Dinner hosted at the historic Raffles Hotel Singapore. The Congress Gala Dinner was conducted on the third night and set the stage for an electrifying atmosphere with live music throughout the evening.

Recognising Dr Sally Evan's contributions at the Academicians' Dinner at Raffles Hotel Singapore

The lively entertainment at the Conference Gala Dinner

Accompanying persons at the congress were able to embark on several sightseeing tours which included cultural tours to Chinatown and Little India, entry into the Gardens by the Bay as well as the Singapore Botanic Gardens, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Tour of the City for Accompanying Persons

The 71st ICASM in Singapore was truly a memorable event for all who attended, and what a way to celebrate the Platinum Jubilee (70th year anniversary) of the Academy!

Celebrating IAASM's Platinum Jubilee at the Gala Dinner

To access all the official photos captured during the congress, you can download them here.
To enjoy the official congress video, please relive the wonderful moments here.