Air Power Development Centre - 2018 Air Power Conference

Royal Australian Air Force Air Power Development Centre

To guide Air Force into the future

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The Royal Australian Air Force will be conducting its biennial Air Power Conference on the theme of Air Power in a Disruptive World over the period 20-21 March 2018 at the National Convention Centre in Canberra.

The Conference attracts more than 1000 delegates drawn from national and international Air Forces and other military Services, Government, Defence Industry, academia and think tanks. The biennial Air Power Conference has grown into a regionally and internationally respected forum which has engaged a number of important and relevant air power themes.

The 2018 Conference will provide another opportunity for the defence and security community to come together to explore how air forces are able to fully shape and exploit strategy, tactics and technology within joint military, national security and coalition operations in the emergent security environment.

Led by top international and Australian experts, we will explore how geo-political strategy, environmental change and technology-based innovation are both disrupting and driving change across every level of national security. Some military organisations are well equipped to capitalise on disruption, whilst others struggle to define what the implications may be for their organisations. In this fast paced new world of innovation, increased global instability and new technology, we are seeking to offer a fresh perspective from which military forces might consider disruptors and drivers effecting that environment.

Themes for the 2018 Air Power Conference viewed through the lens of air power, military and national strategy include:

AI, Cyber, Simulation
Energy, Climate and Nuclear Security
Geo-Political Interests and security policy
Space and Uninhabited Aerial Systems
Industry Collaboration
People, Machines and the military in the digital age

General Information

The 2018 RAAF Air Power Conference will be held at National Convention Centre, Canberra, from 20-21 March 2018.

Getting to the Venue

There are a number of ways to get to the venue, including walking, taxi or bus. View a google map of the venue here.

Contact Phone Numbers

Air Power Development Centre – (02) 612 87041 or 87051
Police – Emergency – 000
Police – General Assistance – 131 444
Canberra Hospital – Yamba Dr, Garran ACT 2605 – (02) 6244 2222
Canberra Private Hospital – 70 Kent St, Deakin ACT 2600 – (02) 6173 3733
Canberra Elite Taxis – 132 227
Silver Service Taxis – 133 100
ACT Cabs – (02) 6280 0077
Airport Express shuttle bus 1300 368 897
Qantas – 13 1313
Virgin Blue – 13 6789
Jetstar – 131 538

Disclaimer

Whilst we have endeavoured to ensure all information is accurate, all details provided are subject to change without notice.

Dress

Dress throughout the conference is Dress of the Day or Business attire. General Purpose Uniform is not to be worn to the Conference.

Insurance

The registration fees do not include insurance of any kind. Participants are advised to take out personal insurance, including cover for travel, accommodation and personal possessions. The Organising Committee does not cover individuals against the cancellations of bookings for any reason including cancellation or postponement of the conference or for theft or damage to belongings.

Name Badges

Name badges will be issued when registering at the conference. For security purposes the conference name badge must be worn at all times during the conference and social functions.

Parking

Convenient, secure, underground car parking is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at the National Convention Centre Canberra. The entrance to our car park is on Constitution Avenue, between the National Convention Centre Canberra and the Airservices Australia building. Turn at the ‘24 Hr’ car parking sign, head down the ramp and turn right into the car park.

For more information about parking please click here or contact:
P: 02 6276 5200 E: ncc.reception@ihg.com

Privacy

The Conference organisers will gather and record personal information necessary for your attendance at the Conference. Personal information will be gathered, stored and disseminated in accordance with the National Privacy Principles. If you do not wish your details to be released to third parties, you must indicate as such when you register.

Smoking

The conference and social functions are non-smoking.

Special Requirements

Please note any special requirements, for example dietary or mobility, when registering for the conference. All special requirements will be forwarded to the venue. For pre-arranged special dietary requirements please make yourself known to the waiting staff at all functions.

Weather

During conference the daily mean maximum temperature is around 23°C and the mean minimum temperature overnight is around 10°C. We recommend you bring a warm clothing that can be layered including a jacket for the evenings.

Proceedings

Proceedings for the conference will be made available to all delegates after the conference. An electronic version will be made available on the conference website and it is expected that a printed version will be sent to all registered conference delegates.

International Delegates

Changing Money

International airports and major hotels provide money-changing facilities. Banks are generally open from Monday to Friday from 9.00am – 5.00pm. Automatic Teller Machines (ATMs) are widely available.

Credit Cards

Major credit cards, particularly VISA and Mastercards, are widely accepted.

Currency

All prices quoted are in Australian Dollars (AUD) and include GST.

Electricity

Australian electricity supply is 240V, 50Hz. The connection for appliances is a flat 3-pin plug.

Language

English is the official language of the Conference. Translation services are not provided.

Visas

All international delegates, apart from New Zealand citizens, must obtain a Visa or Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) before travelling to Australia. Please ensure you organise your documentation well in advance of travel.
More information: http://www.border.gov.au/Busi/Trav/Conf

The Tourist Refund Scheme (TRS)

The Tourist Refund Scheme (TRS) lets you claim a refund of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) and Wine Equalisation Tax (WET) that you pay on certain goods you buy in Australia and then take out of Australia with you or in your checked luggage or carry-on bags.

More information: https://www.border.gov.au/Trav/Ente/Tour/Are-you-a-traveller

Venue

2018 Air Power Conference