Red Lions parachutist does not require surgery despite hard landing at NDP 2022: Ng Eng Hen

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at the Marina Bay floating platform on National Day is stable and recovering in hospital, Defence Minister Ng Eng Hen said on Wednesday .

, but does not require surgery, Dr Ng said in a Facebook post accompanied by a smiling 3WO Heng resting on a hospital bed.Dr Ng said the Chief of Defence Force and the Chief of Army had both visited the injured Red Lion.

3WO Heng, the last of 10 parachutists to land, was stretchered off after his rough landing on Tuesday that saw him tumble to the ground. The incident, which took place at about 6pm, drew concern from spectators at the Marina Bay floating platform and people watching the parade at home.The Singapore Army said in a separate post that parachuting at The Float can sometimes be tricky due to strong crosswinds, gusty currents and disruptive airflow.

"Thankfully, 3WO Jeffrey applied his training and adopted the Parachute Landing Fall upon the hard landing, and thus avoided major injuries," it said. "Thanks to our fellow Singaporeans for all their well wishes and support. We wish a speedy recovery to 3WO Jeffrey!"Update on 3WO Jeffrey Heng. CDF and COA visited him, and we are glad to report that he is stable. Suffered some injuries...

 

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Brave Singapore Lion! Thank you for your courageous act, wish you get well soon.

The Singapore special forces 😂😂😅 Make sure there is no wind when in a mission.

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