ADM's Premium offering this week contains more detailed analysis of the Budget as it pertains to Defence; there are few surprises but as Editor Katherine Ziesing writes, that should be regarded as a good thing.
Julian Kerr gives readers an exclusive on Hawkei passing the penultimate test prior to LRIP - blast testing - and the RAAF has played a key role in upgrades to new Airbus automatic air to air refuelling technology.
Sadly, two soldiers have died in training accidents within a week and Army has suspended training activities across its combat brigades to review procedures.
Finally our trans-Tasman friends have conducted an investigation into a recent NH90 engine failure and contributed to a sizeable drug haul in the Middle East.
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Defence Budget 2017: On track for delivery
All in all, the government is doing exactly what it said it would under the 2016 White Paper, Defence Integrated Investment Plan and Defence Industry Policy Statement. more»
Hawkei proves blast resistance
The tests took place in April at the Joint Proof and Experimental unit at Graytown in Victoria. more»
Airbus demonstrates automatic AAR
The RAAF have been instrumental in encouraging Airbus to develop the smart tanker. more»
CHC jockeys for ADF-wide SAR/AME contract
Training requirements for the ADF’s plethora of new aircraft have prompted a move to a larger, ADF-wide service for the next contract. more»
Army suffers two training deaths within a week
Army has instigated a suspension of training activities across its combat brigades to review risk assessment processes and training safety management. more»
Kiwis investigate NH90 engine failure
The investigations have given the service confidence the aircraft can be operated safely following a similar engine failure. more»
RNZAF Orion triggers drug haul
Acting on the information provided by the Orion, the French La Fayette-class frigate FS Surcouf boarded the first vessel. more»
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