Airpower Development Centrehttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/Contents/Publications/18/Publications.aspxPublication -- Airpower Development Centre -- RAAF60http://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/478/34-The-Security-Environment-in-the-Asia-Pacific-An-Australian-Perspective.aspxWed, 15 Feb 2012 15:25:00 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/466/33-Professional-Mastery-and-Air-Power-Education.aspxMon, 17 Oct 2011 11:08:34 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/462/32-Chinas-Aerospace-Capability-A-Phoenix-Finally-Rising.aspxFri, 19 Aug 2011 09:04:39 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/452/31-Principles-of-War-and-Air-Power.aspx<div><span style="font-family: Tahoma;" class="Apple-style-span"><span style="font-size: 10pt;" class="Apple-style-span">The Principles of War and Air Power provides a distinctly air power perspective to the principles of war, making it valuable to air power and military thinking. &nbsp;This paper stresses that an understanding of the principles of war is an essential component of an airmen’s professional mastery. &nbsp;Accordingly, an understanding of the principles of war is essential for air commanders and their planning staff in developing air power strategies and doctrine that are effectively integrated into joint operations and that contribute to national security objectives.</span></span></div><div><span style="font-family: Tahoma;" class="Apple-style-span"><span style="font-size: 10pt;" class="Apple-style-span"><br /></span></span></div><div><span style="font-family: Tahoma;" class="Apple-style-span"><span style="font-size: 10pt;" class="Apple-style-span">The paper also has a broader appeal. Dr Kainikara notes that in recent years some have increasingly questioned the value of the principles of war but he reaffirms their relevance just like in all past wars.</span></span></div><div><span style="font-family: Tahoma;" class="Apple-style-span"><span style="font-size: 10pt;" class="Apple-style-span"><br /></span></span></div><div><span style="font-family: Tahoma;" class="Apple-style-span"><span style="font-size: 10pt;" class="Apple-style-span">Overall, Principles of War and Air Power will be valuable to not only air-minded readers but also those more interested in land, naval and joint aspects.</span></span></div>Wed, 25 May 2011 16:10:57 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/422/30-Commanding-Air-Power-Some-Contemporary-Thoughts.aspx<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 13px; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS';">This paper articulates the concept of airmindedness as the way in which airmen perceive warfare and their place within it. Additionally, the paper examines the important air power tenet of ‘centralised control and decentralised execution’ with a scholarly explanation and convincing analysis provided on why it is as current today in irregular warfare as it was during World War II when the tenet was first applied by Air Chief Marshal Tedder.</span>Wed, 30 Jun 2010 14:37:37 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/379/29-The-Future-Relevance-of-Smaller-Air-Forces.aspxAll air forces are facing challenges caused by the current geo-political and economic environment and are trying to optimise their organisations and operations to better meet national security requirements while continuing to field new capabilities.. Smaller air forces—those that have balanced capabilities, but are limited in their depth (size and capacity)—are the most affected by the downturn in resource availability. Further, the challenges to security have forced nations to realign their national security policies that in turn make it necessary for air forces to also reappraise their strategies. For example, there is an increasing focus on air power’s role in irregular warfare and an increasing emphasis on network enablement.<br /><br />This paper has a future focus and enumerates the challenges that air forces will encounter in the medium-term future. It then suggests the future direction that smaller air forces must take to continue as relevant components within the broader national security environment.Tue, 03 Mar 2009 15:19:53 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/371/28-Decision-Superiority-An-Air-Force-Concept-Paper.aspx<p>Chief of Air Force’s policy regarding the concept of ‘decision superiority’ was first enunciated in the 2007 Future Air and Space Operating Concept.</p> <p>The questions that this paper explores from the perspective of the Air Force are: what decision superiority is, why it is important to us and what Air Force should do, and is doing, about ensuring it. This paper should dispel the myth that making quality decisions is an intrinsic trait of individuals and organisations, or that decision-making skills cannot be taught and practised. Both notions are wrong, with a large body of research to support that contention.</p> <p>This paper, among other things, presents the following observations:</p> <ul> <li>Effecting change in an adversary in practice, be it through physical or non-physical means, is achieved most successfully through the exercise of superior judgement around the context of the conflict, and in making decisions that are timely and designed to deliver more effective outcomes than those of the adversary; that is, by us demonstrating decision superiority through our delivered outcomes in operations, operational support and force and organisational development.</li> <li>Superior decision-making allows a force to seize and retain the initiative, which is a fundamental premise of all successful military action.</li> <li>Adaptivity is the best way to deal with the new, the unexpected and the unknown when dealing with complex problems or situations.</li> <li>Train for certainty, educate for uncertainty.</li> <li>Individuals who enjoy a broad and diverse education combined with a broad experience base appear to be more adaptable and exhibit superior decision-making skills and sounder judgement, and deliver effective outcomes in complex and ambiguous environments.</li> <li>Technical mastery of air force competencies will always form the foundation of professional mastery and Air Force cannot afford to diminish its competencies in these areas.</li> <li>Decision superiority encompasses not only the outcomes of good decision-making, but also the processes, structures and organisational design that facilitate and enable superior decision-making. </li> <li>Air Force must develop strategic thinkers and decision-makers who can operate effectively at the strategic level to ensure that strategic intent is translated into operational outcomes that Air Force can deliver.</li></ul>Mon, 17 Nov 2008 13:04:20 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/57/27-The-Strategy-of-Deterrence-and-Air-Power.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/56/26-Offensive-Air-Power-in-Counter-Insurgency-Operations-Putting-Theory-into-Practice.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/55/25-In-Pursuit-of-Efficiency-Centralism-and-the-Resultant-Economies-and-Diseconomies.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/54/24-Strategic-Air-Forces-Choosing-a-Framework-for-the-Future-Air-Force.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/53/23-Taking-it-to-the-Streets-Exploding-Urban-Myths-About-Australian-Air-Power.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/52/22-Capability-Born-Joint-Towards-a-Seamless-Force.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/51/21-Air-Power-in-the-Protection-of-Territorial-Areas.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/50/20-Air-Power-and-Trans-national-Terrorism-The-Possibilities-Advantages-and-Limits-to-Using-Australian-Air-Power-in-the-War-on-Terror.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/49/19-Future-Employment-of-Small-Air-Forces.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/48/18-Air-Power-in-the-21st-Century-A-Snapshot-of-Emerging-Roles-and-Future-Challenges.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/47/17-Horses-for-Courses-A-Framework-for-Evaluating-Capability-Options-Across-Multiple-Contexts.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/46/16-Putting-Space-into-RAAF-Aerospace-Power-Doctrine.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/45/15-Accepting-Uncertainty-A-Contemporary-Methodology-for-Capability-Development.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/44/14-Air-Power-and-Special-Forces-a-Symbiotic-Relationship.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/43/13-Effective-wargaming-impact-of-the-changing-nature-of-warfare..aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/42/12-The-Australian-Aviation-Industry-History-and-Achievements-Guiding-Defence-and-Aviation-Industry-Policy.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/41/11-Effects-Based-Operations-and-The-Royal-Australian-Air-Force.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/40/10-Diminishing-Relevance-Emergent-Air-Forces-at-the-Cross-Roads.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/39/9-Initiating-a-Coherent-Approach-to-the-Development-of-RAAF-Space-Doctrine.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/38/8-Aerospace-Issues-from-the-Iraq-War-Imponderables-and-Pointers.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/37/7-Towards-Managing-Uncertainty-Coupling-Experimentation-With-Rapid-Prototyping.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/36/6-General-Sir-Edmund-Allenbys-Joint-Operations-in-Palestine-1917-18-August-2002.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/35/5-Armies-Stealth-Fighters-and-Homeland-Defence.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/34/4-The-Changing-Security-Paradigm-The-Post-Cold-War-World-Globalisation-Ethno-Nationalism-and-the-Effect-on-Australias-Security.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/33/3-Kosovo-Targeting---A-Bureaucratic-and-Legal-Nightmare-The-Implications-for-USAustralian-Interoperability.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/32/2-The-Application-of-Risk-Management-Methods-to-the-Employment-of-Civilians-in-an-Area-of-Operations.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/31/1-Space-Operations-An-Australian-Perspective.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/485/177-Air-Power-and-Coercive-Diplomacy.aspxThu, 03 May 2012 14:01:46 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/484/176-Air-Power-and-Australias-Amphibious-Capability.aspxMon, 30 Apr 2012 09:37:04 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/482/175-The-RAAF-at-Sea-Before-World-War-II.aspxTue, 17 Apr 2012 16:57:23 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/481/174-Air-Powers-Anti-piracy-Role.aspxWed, 28 Mar 2012 10:35:53 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/480/173-Facets-of-Air-Power-Generating-and-Sustaining-Air-Power.aspxWed, 14 Mar 2012 10:08:01 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/479/172-The-Air-Campaign-and-the-Joint-Task-Force.aspxFri, 24 Feb 2012 13:17:52 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/476/171-The-Bombing-of-Darwin-19-February-1942---The-RAAF-Experience.aspxTue, 14 Feb 2012 09:10:05 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/475/170-Five-Generations-of-Jet-Fighter-Aircraft.aspxMon, 06 Feb 2012 10:13:11 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/474/169-First-into-Action-in-the-Pacific-War.aspxTue, 06 Dec 2011 16:17:33 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/473/168-Aircraft-Gifts-to-Regional-Forces.aspxTue, 22 Nov 2011 16:24:18 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/469/167-Facets-of-Air-Power-A-Balanced-Air-Force.aspxThu, 10 Nov 2011 08:34:23 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/468/166-Oswald-Watt-The-Leader-the-RAAF-Never-Had.aspxMon, 31 Oct 2011 11:06:11 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/467/165-Facets-of-Air-Power-Strike.aspxWed, 19 Oct 2011 14:37:40 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/465/164-Air-Power-Watching-over-Australias-Maritime-Approaches.aspxTue, 04 Oct 2011 08:31:36 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/464/163-Facets-of-Air-Power-Employment-in-Urban-Conflicts.aspxThu, 15 Sep 2011 09:55:21 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/463/162-Operation-Gateway-Prosecuting-Soviet-Naval-Movements-in-the-Cold-War.aspxTue, 30 Aug 2011 10:44:30 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/459/161-Facets-of-Air-Power-Control-of-the-Air.aspxWed, 17 Aug 2011 13:47:49 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/457/160-Facets-of-Air-Power-An-Element-of-National-Power.aspxFri, 22 Jul 2011 15:42:49 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/456/159-An-Australian-Airman-at-the-Birth-of-Indonesias-Air-Force.aspxThu, 21 Jul 2011 15:36:15 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/455/158-Longest-Fighter-Intercept-in-History.aspxFri, 24 Jun 2011 10:10:47 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/454/157-What-is-Cyberspace-Examining-its-Characteristics.aspxThu, 16 Jun 2011 09:39:47 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/453/156-Double-Sunrise-Flights.aspxThu, 26 May 2011 11:44:01 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/448/155-Asymmetry-in-Warfare.aspxTue, 24 May 2011 09:11:59 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/447/154-Air-Power-in-the-Balkans-1912-13.aspxMon, 02 May 2011 15:34:04 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/446/153-What-is-Cyberspace-Examining-its-Components.aspxMon, 18 Apr 2011 15:51:54 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/445/152-The-Experience-of-Air-Power-in-Libya.aspxMon, 04 Apr 2011 16:23:04 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/444/151-What-is-Airmindedness.aspxWed, 16 Mar 2011 14:28:32 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/443/150-Operation-TRIKORA---Indonesias-Takeover-of-West-New-Guinea.aspxMon, 28 Feb 2011 14:21:45 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/442/149-The-Resurgence-of-the-Airship.aspxThu, 17 Feb 2011 09:02:25 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/441/148-Integrated-Area-Defence-System-40-Years-Old-and-Still-Going-Strong.aspxThu, 03 Feb 2011 13:58:44 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/438/147-Weapons-in-Space.aspxThu, 16 Dec 2010 11:11:16 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/436/146-The-Issue-of-Space-Debris.aspxTue, 30 Nov 2010 15:38:35 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/435/145-The-Australian-Air-Corps.aspxWed, 24 Nov 2010 14:14:07 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/433/144-Who-was-the-Father-of-the-RAAF.aspxMon, 01 Nov 2010 10:24:53 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/432/143-What-is-Stealth.aspxMon, 01 Nov 2010 10:04:14 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/430/142-Air-Power-in-the-Seige-of-Khe-Sanh.aspxThu, 07 Oct 2010 09:51:30 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/429/141-The-RAAF-in-the-Burma-Campaign.aspxThu, 07 Oct 2010 09:39:43 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/428/140-Canadas-Evolving-Air-Force-in-Afghanistan.aspxThu, 26 Aug 2010 08:29:59 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/426/139-Defining-Air-Power-Part-II---Considerations-for-a-New-Definition.aspxThu, 12 Aug 2010 11:18:48 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/424/138-The-RAAF-at-Long-Tan.aspxThu, 29 Jul 2010 09:07:14 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/423/137-What-is-ISR-An-Integrated-Activity-and-Enterprise.aspxThu, 15 Jul 2010 10:40:44 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/421/136-No-460-Squadron-Strikes-and-Returns.aspxTue, 29 Jun 2010 14:25:21 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/420/135-Who-Are-We-Fighting-The-Enemy-in-Irregular-Warfare.aspxFri, 11 Jun 2010 10:36:15 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/418/134-The-RAAF-in-Non-military-Operations.aspxWed, 19 May 2010 10:18:25 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/417/133-Defining-Air-Power-Part-I---Evolution-of-the-Term.aspxTue, 11 May 2010 09:43:48 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/416/132-Empire-Air-Training-Scheme-Raise-Train-and-Sustain-During-World-War-II.aspxTue, 04 May 2010 15:57:20 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/415/131-The-Art-of-Air-Power-Observations-from-the-2010-RAAF-Air-Power-Conference.aspxThu, 15 Apr 2010 09:04:13 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/414/130-The-RAAF-Experience-of-Simulators-Simulation.aspxThu, 01 Apr 2010 10:44:31 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/412/129-What-is-ISR-Challenging-Traditional-Paradigms.aspxMon, 15 Mar 2010 16:00:27 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/411/128-Manned-ISR-The-RF-111C.aspxFri, 26 Feb 2010 16:05:47 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/410/127-Historical-Foundations-of-Australian-Air-Power-Doctrine-Part-II.aspxMon, 15 Feb 2010 10:53:59 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/409/126-Air-Power-and-Collateral-Damage-The-Strategic-Effect.aspxWed, 27 Jan 2010 15:27:25 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/408/125-The-DHC-4-Caribous-45-Years-Service.aspxMon, 14 Dec 2009 15:20:55 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/407/124-Historical-Foundations-of-Australian-Air-Power-Doctrine-Part-I.aspxMon, 14 Dec 2009 15:12:39 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/406/123-ADF-Space-Capabilities-and-Organisations.aspxFri, 27 Nov 2009 11:06:29 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/404/122-Space-Emerging-Capabilities-and-Policy-Issues.aspxTue, 10 Nov 2009 15:25:23 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/403/121-Organising-for-War-The-RAAF-Air-Campaigns-in-the-Pacific.aspxTue, 27 Oct 2009 10:21:53 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/401/120-The-Reality-of-Air-Power-and-Irregular-Warfare-Whats-in-a-Name-Irregular-Warfare-and-Counterinsurgency.aspxMon, 28 Sep 2009 14:49:26 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/400/119-Worlds-Fourth-Largest-Air-Force.aspxTue, 22 Sep 2009 10:44:14 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/399/118-What-is-ISR-The-Need-for-an-Air-Force-ISR-Plan.aspxMon, 14 Sep 2009 11:28:05 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/398/117-What-is-ISR-Clarifying-ISR-and-ISTAR-in-Air-Power-Terms.aspxMon, 17 Aug 2009 16:02:59 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/397/116-The-Missing-Man-Formation.aspxMon, 17 Aug 2009 15:55:30 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/396/115-The-Reality-of-Air-Power-and-Irregular-Warfare-Striking-A-Balance.aspxTue, 28 Jul 2009 09:53:18 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/395/114-The-Second-Oldest-Air-Force.aspxTue, 28 Jul 2009 09:14:19 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/391/113-The-Reality-of-Air-Power-and-Irregular-Warfare---A-Change-in-Perception.aspxMon, 15 Jun 2009 11:16:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/388/112-Battle-of-Britain-Air-Campaign---The-Australian-Experience.aspxThu, 28 May 2009 15:52:37 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/387/111-Global-Positioning-System-in-the-ADF.aspxMon, 25 May 2009 14:11:41 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/384/110-The-RAAF-in-the-Syrian-Campaign-1941-Operation-EXPORTER.aspxThu, 23 Apr 2009 11:39:07 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/383/109-Effects-Based-Approach-Is-It-Still-Valid.aspxMon, 06 Apr 2009 09:11:35 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/382/108-The-RAAF-at-the-Battle-of-Milne-Bay.aspxTue, 24 Mar 2009 08:28:04 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/381/107-Irregular-Warfare-and-Air-Power.aspxThu, 05 Mar 2009 13:34:48 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/380/106-Sir-Donald-Hardmans-Reorganisation-of-the-RAAF.aspxThu, 05 Mar 2009 13:07:42 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/378/105-Evolution-of-Australian-Military-Space.aspxFri, 27 Feb 2009 13:40:37 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/377/104-Centralised-ISR-The-Bedrock-of-Campaign-Success.aspxFri, 20 Feb 2009 09:32:32 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/376/103-75-Squadron-in-the-Defence-of-Port-Moresby.aspxTue, 10 Feb 2009 09:25:58 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/375/102-High-end-or-Low-end-Air-Power-Capabilities-The-Debate.aspxMon, 22 Dec 2008 12:18:27 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/374/101-Flying-Safety-The-RAAF-Record.aspxWed, 03 Dec 2008 15:37:33 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/369/100-Decision-Superiority.aspx<p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"></span>&nbsp;</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/368/99-Air-Power-in-Russias-Georgia-Campaign-in-August-2008.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/367/98-Control-of-the-Air-Precision-Attack-and-ISR-The-Foundations-of-Modern-Air-Power.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/346/97-Superbase-No1-RAAF-Amberley-Past-to-Future.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/345/96-The-Battle-of-the-Coral-Sea-The-RAAF-Contribution.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/344/95-Revisiting-Battlefield-Air-Attacks.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/343/94-Countering-Improvised-Explosive-Devices-The-Air-Power-Contribution.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/342/93-Helicopter-Operations-in-Vietnam.aspx<p>&nbsp;</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/341/92-Hypersonics---Serious-Science.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/340/91-Uninhabited-Combat-Aerial-Vehicles-Reality-or-Elusive-Dream.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/339/90-An-Australian-Airman-at-the-Dardanelles.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/338/89-Taranto-Operation-Judgement.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/337/88-Air-Bases---Sustaining-Air-Power.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/336/87-RAAF-Experience-in-Combat-Sar.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 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GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/322/73-Realising-True-Net-centric-Capability-Integrated-Readiness-Management.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/321/72-TSR-2-A-British-Story-with-an-Australian-Chapter.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/320/71-The-Air-Campaign.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/319/70-Wau-New-Guinea-The-Forgotten-Airlift.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/318/69-AP-3C-Operations-in-the-MEAO-New-Missions-for-New-Wars.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/317/68-Women-An-Untapped-Resource.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/316/67-Humanitarian-Assistance-Operation-Sumatra-Assist-An-Air-Operations-View.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/315/66-Coast-Watchers-An-Early-ISR-Network.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/314/65-ADFs-New-Multi-role-Tanker-Transport-Capability.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/313/64-RAAF-Evacuation-of-Australians-from-Iran-1979.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/312/63-The-Evolving-and-Adapting-Air-Operations-Centre.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/311/62-A-Fresh-Look-at-Air-Attack.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/310/61-Air-Control-Doctrine-A-Contemporary-Analysis.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/309/60-Air-Control-Doctrine-Myth-or-Reality.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/308/59-The-On-Going-Evolution-of-Air-Power-Application.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/307/58-The-Doctrinal-Contribution-of-AVM-Wrigley-a-Fresh-Assessment.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/306/57-Exploiting-the-Near-Space.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/305/56-N.Z.3-First-Joint-Exercise-for-the-RAAF.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/304/55-Small-Air-Forces-UAVs-and-Operational-Flexibility.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/303/54-Air-Power-in-Defence-of-Australia-Early-Thoughts.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/302/53-Turning-Efficiency-into-Effectiveness-Swing-role-Air-Combat-Capability.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/301/52-One-Familys-Long-Air-Tradition.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/300/51-Professional-Mastery-in-the-Application-of-Air-Power.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/299/50-Responsive-Global-Airlift---An-Australian-Perspective.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/298/49-The-Need-for-Speed---Future-Hypersonic-Military-Systems.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/297/48-The-Defence-of-Darwin-1964.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/296/47-Battlespace-Superiority-in-the-Future.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/295/46-Battlespace-Superiority-Today.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/294/45-Battlespace-Superiority-II.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/293/44-Battlespace-Superiority.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/292/43-The-Smuts-Report.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/291/42-Directed-Energy-Lasers---A-New-Breed-of-Weaponry.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/290/41-Ancestors-of-the-UAV.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/289/40-Suppression-of-Enemy-Air-Defences---A-Primary-Mission.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/288/39-D.C.T.-Bennett---Airman-Extraordinary.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/287/38-The-Ascendancy-of-Electronic-Warfare.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/286/37-The-Air-Campaign-Over-the-Kokoda-Trail.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/285/36-Uninhabited-Combat-Air-Vehicles---Challenges-for-the-Future.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/284/35-Butterworth-The-RAAFs-Only-Overseas-Base.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/283/34-Weapons-in-Space.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/282/33-Defeating-Germanys-Weapons-of-Mass-Destruction.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/281/32-Enablers---The-Critical-Factor.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/280/31-Award-Winning-History.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/279/30-Future-Space-Capabilities.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/278/29-Exploring-the-Nuclear-Option.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/277/28-Air-Force-Experiment---Headway-Some-Insights.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/276/27-Why-the-Red-Centre-Vanished.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/275/26-The-Coarse-Art-of-Air-Force-Experimentation.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/274/25-Looking-a-Gift-Horse-in-the-Mouth.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/273/24-Cruise-Missiles---A-Double-Edged-Sword.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/272/23-Phantoms-of-the-Past.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/271/22-Space-Power-and-the-RAAF.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/270/21-The-RAAF-Experience-of-National-Service.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/269/20-Air-Power-in-Urban-Operations.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/268/19-RAAF-in-Antarctica.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/267/18-The-Shape-of-Things-to-Come.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/266/17-A-Family-of-War-Loan-Beaufighters.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/265/16-The-Ongoing-Debate---Why-an-Air-First-Approach.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/264/15-Precision---The-Coming-of-Age-of-Air-Power.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/263/14-Chindits---A-Reappraisal.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/262/13-Australian-Air-Contribution-to-D-Day-Operations.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/261/12-Ten-Air-Power-Pointers-from-Iraq.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/260/11-The-Difference-One-Man-Makes.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/259/10-There-is-no-Substitute-for-Air-Power.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/258/9-Meteors-Versus-MiGs.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/257/8-Are-Uninhabited-Combat-Air-Vehicles-Coming-of-Age.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/256/7-Bomber-Command-Memorial.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/255/6-Which-Air-Power-Capability-is-Most-Important.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/254/5-Airborne-Forward-Air-Control---A-First-for-the-RAAF.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/253/4-Aerospace-Dont-you-mean-Air-and-Space.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/252/3-Aerial-Torpedoes---A-Weapon-System-Failure.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/251/2-The-Changing-Face-of-Air-Power.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/250/1-Iraq---The-First-Time-Around.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/471/Lost-Without-Trace.aspx<div>In September 1944 a Beaufighter from No 31 Squadron, RAAF, crashed in the Northern Territory following a strike mission over Japanese-occupied Timor. Although evidence was discovered some time later that the two-man crew of the aircraft had survived the crash, no trace was ever discovered of what became of them.</div><div><br /></div><div>The pilot of the lost Beaufighter was Squadron Leader Wilbur Wackett, the 23-year-old son of Lawrence Wackett—himself an ex-RAAF officer who became well-known as one of Australia’s leading aircraft designers. Wilbur had followed his father’s footsteps into the Air Force before the war, and was a veteran of the air campaign in New Guinea where he had already survived being shot down and avoided certain death at the hands of the Japanese.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>This book highlights the flying career of Wilbur Wackett and describes the catalogue of tragedy that unfolded with his mysterious end. The loss of Wilbur was quickly followed by the loss of his only child. His wife, who remarried, lost a battle with cancer at a young age. Strangely, the full circumstances of Wilbur’s disappearance were withheld from his father until just before Sir Lawrence’s death in 1982. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div><em>Lost Without Trace</em> is a stark reminder of the cruel fate which could await airmen who were downed while operating in the harsh environment of Australia’s north.&nbsp;</div>Thu, 10 Nov 2011 11:53:51 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/460/Wombats---50-Years-On.aspx<div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Tahoma; ">In 1948 the Royal Australian Air Force instituted an apprentice training scheme for 15 to 17-year-olds to provide skilled tradesmen who could keep the Service flying. During the 45 years that the scheme operated, around 6000 young Australians graduated into the engineering and radio trade groups after three years of training, followed by two years of on-the-job training at aircraft depots and squadrons, to meet this crucial need for ground support.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Tahoma; "><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Tahoma; ">The 12th Intake of Engineering Apprentices, nicknamed the ‘Wombats’, and No 7 Junior Equipment and Administrative Trainees, was a typical group of future airmen when they entered the RAAF School of Technical Training at Forest Hill, outside Wagga Wagga, NSW, in January 1958. By the time they graduated in December 1960, they had become a close-knit and cohesive group which in many ways epitomised the apprentice spirit.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Tahoma; "><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Tahoma; ">Over the next half-century, members of the Wombats remained in close contact as they completed their time with the Air Force and moved on to other careers, other lives, in diverse fields of endeavour across the nation, and beyond.&nbsp;</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Tahoma; "><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Tahoma; ">This book encapsulates the experience of a group of RAAF airmen, ordinary yet extraordinary at one and the same time, throughout their time as apprentices. It then provides remarkable insight into the later lives of all members of the intake by tracking their progress over the decades—especially the more than 100 who stayed the course and graduated.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Tahoma; "><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Tahoma; ">Wombats pays tribute to one of the most innovative and farsighted training schemes ever implemented in Australia. Not only was the apprentice scheme of lasting benefit to Air Force, but the impact of its success was felt across the nation over three generations, in ways not likely to be seen again.</span></div>Fri, 19 Aug 2011 08:41:20 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/247/Wallaby-Airlines.aspx<p>Jeff Pedrina's book provides a very personal and thoughtful account of his twelve month's service in Vietnam with No 35 Squadron-‘Wallaby Airlines'. While the story is primarily about the people, and personalities, he encountered during his tour of duty in Vietnam, it is also the story of a remarkable aircraft, the De Havilland Canada DHC-4 Caribou-the first mass-produced short take-off and landing (STOL) aircraft of its size. For seven and a half years it was the backbone of the airlift effort in the highlands of Vietnam, and is still operated by the RAAF today. First into the theatre in 1964 and last out in 1972, the Caribou aircraft and its air and ground crews were the RAAF's quiet achievers in Vietnam. In the course of seven and half years, Wallaby Airlines achieved an excellent operational record and reputation as a tactical transport squadron.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/246/Katakana-Man.aspx<p>When A.J. ("Jack") Brown enlisted in the RAAF at Adelaide on June 1942 he wanted to become aircrew and to help win World War II by flying aircraft. While he was still in initial training at Victor Harbour, it was found that he had natural ability as a wireless operator-a discovery that dramatically shaped his subsequent service.</p> <p>Instead of a flying career, Jack found himself in top secret RAAF wireless units. There he worked to intercept radio transmissions sent in the Japanese katakana code, which were then analysed to produce the highly reliable intelligence that helped General MacArthur in devising his strategy for the allied campaign in the South-West Pacific.</p> <p>Beginning with No 1 Wireless Unit at Townsville, Jack went to New Guinea in 1943, serving at Port Moresby and subsequently Nadzab, Biak and then Hollandia. In October 1944 he joined the nucleus of a new unit, No 6 WU, which headed for the Philippines to take part in MacArthur's momentous invasion at Leyte Gulf.</p> <p>Here is a frank account of a remarkable facet of Australia's contribution to the war effort in the Pacific, drawn from a personal knowledge and perspective of events and activities that were not widely known or recorded at the time-a situation which was to cause Jack Brown considerable personal hardship after the war.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/245/A-Navigators-Tale.aspx<p>Like many other young Australian men of his generation, Roy Shallcross was rescued from a dreary civilian occupation by the coming of the Second World War. Having left school on completing Year 10 to become a junior office clerk, he had attended night classes in accountancy and, by the time the war began, was an accountant for an engineering company.</p> <p>Roy enlisted in the RAAF in January 1942, volunteering for training as an Air Observer. He graduated at Nhill, with further training in Canada, Northern Ireland and Scotland, and was finally transferred to Ferry Command as navigator of a three-man crew delivering new Wellington bombers to Rabat in French Morocco. After six of these delivery flights over a period of five months, he was posted to No 512 Squadron, Transport Command.</p> <p>The duty of his squadron was to provide close air support to the army. So Roy took part in the evacuation of casualties from the Normandy bridgehead, later towed a glider to Arnhem and parachuted ammunition to the troops. In 1945, the squadron led the great armada of about 1400 tugs and gliders at the airborne crossing of the River Rhine.</p> <p>Discharged from the RAAF in August 1945, Roy returned to his pre-war occupation as an accountant. He quickly found this unrewarding, after the excitement of flying, and made his future in manufacturing and marketing of plumbers' brassware.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/244/A-Call-to-Arms-War-Service-with-the-RAAF-1942-1946.aspx<p>During World War II thousands of Australians, most of them barely out of their teens, joined the Royal Australian Air Force in various capacities to defend the nation. Arthur Gately was one such young man who was thrown into the battles that raged over the South-West Pacific Islands.</p> <p>Arthur Gately joined the RAAF on 2 November 1942 at the age of 18 and served as a technician until his discharge on 9 April 1946. During this time he served with 79 Spitfire Squadron on Milne Bay, Goodenough Island, Kiriwina Island, Manus Island and Los Negros Island.</p> <p>In this book, developed from a diary that he maintained and adding his memoirs the author traces his training as an armourer and the trials and tribulations of four years of wartime service, at times under very inhospitable conditions.</p> <p>It poignatly highlights the comradeship and courage experienced by the many young men and includeds personal observations, especially at times of great sorrow.</p> <p>For readers ignorant of the lifestyle of the servicemen who went out to defend the freedom of the nation to far-off islands and other places this is a simple and direct description of how tough life was for these young men. The book is a tribute to the determination and steadfastness of the men who served with the RAAF though some of the toughest periods in its history.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/243/Ex-Luftwaffe-MBE.aspx<p>Squadron Leader Frank Korbl (Retd) was born in Vienna, Austria. His colourful career included wartime service with the German Air Force and post-war employment with the British NAAFI in Germany and Austria. He migrated to Australia in 1956 and joined the RAAF in 1956, being commissioned into the Equipment Branch. He served at a number of RAAF units including No.9 (Helicopter) Squadron in Vietnam. He was awarded the MBE in 1977 for his services as Senior Barracks Officer at RAAF Richmond NSW.</p> <p>In his book 'Ex-Luftwaffe MBE', the author traces his training as aircrew wireless operator and rear gunner, the trials and tribulations of four years war service, the defeat of Germany in 1945 and his short spell as a Prisoner-of-War.</p> <p>The story of his service with the RAAF contrasts with that of his involvement in World War II, providing an interesting insight into the different cultures of two military organisations, by giving examples of training, procedures and life in general.</p> <p>It is not only a remarkable story from a military point of view but also an inspiring account of the migrant experience in the Australian environment.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/242/Dicing-with-Death.aspx<p>During the six years of World War II, thousands of Australian airmen-most of them barely on the threshold of adulthood-went dicing with death as almost a daily duty. Arthur Sandell was one such member of this distinguished company. He convinced pacifist, until the enormity of Hiltler's threat to civilised values bought a change in his thinking. Here, he gives an account of his enlistment, training and subsequent flying in the Royal Australian Air Force from the beginning of 1941 to early 1946.</p> <p>Now in his eighties, the author has recreated for us some of his day-to-day experiences as a navigator in a squadron of remarkable versatile Catalina flying boats. The airmen of two squadrons of Catalina, despite the slow speed and minimal armament of their aircraft, played a crucial part in reporting the advance of Japanese forces towards Australia in the critical days of 1942, and slowed the enemy's progress by bombing most of the bases they established between northern New Guinea and the Solomon Islands.</p> <p>The author tells of operations, often 16 to 22 hours duration, of the techniques of precision navigation, frequently in appalling tropical weather, and of the excitement and fear when heavily defended enemy ships or installations were reached.</p> <p>After 12 months of operations in 20 Squadron, the author was assigned to instructional duties, followed by a commission to investigate in America the use of a new ground facility for teaching astronomical navigation. He then returned to operational flying in 43 Squadron. By this time the role of the 'Black Cats' had become the laying of mines in the waterways used by the Japanese as far west as Sumatra and the China coast.</p> <p>The book ends with a brief account of what became of one ordinary Australian after his flying days were over.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/434/How-Not-To-Run-an-Air-Force-Volume-2.aspxWed, 24 Nov 2010 11:27:57 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/241/How-Not-To-Run-An-Air-Force-Volume-1.aspx<p>This account of the higher command of the Royal Australian Air Force during the Second World War has been written by a military professional primarily for his fellow professionals so that they might see some of the mistakes that were made by their predecessors from times past. Such mistakes have been revealed here, not to lay blame, but rather so that those who may be responsible for the control of Australia's Defence Forces now and in the future may learn from the mistakes of the past. Political figures with an interest in Defence might also care to take note of how their predecessors handled, and mishandled, the higher direction of one of Australia's fighting Services during the challenging times of the Second World War.</p> <p>This account is based, in the main, on documents from the period held in various government archives. As these documents are not readily available to most readers, they have been reproduced, in full, in Volume Two. Volume One contains the narrative, which can be read, if so desired, without reference to Volume Two. However, if the reader should wish to go to the source documents he or she can do so with relative ease. Also, a reading of the source documents may give the dedicated reader a better feel for the various issues and for the times.</p> <p>For anyone interested in the Royal Australian Air Force and its history, this account of the higher command of the Service during its period of greatest trial should fill a gap in the recorded history to this time. And, while the story itself may reflect rather poorl on many of those intimately involved in it, its telling is necessary so that others may learn how not to run an air force!</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/240/Up-and-Away-Memoirs-of-a-Pilot-in-the-Royal-Australian-Air-Force-19501981.aspx<p>From a multitude of wartime stories and exploits, the image of a RAAF pilot emerges as a flamboyant adventurer sporting a bristling moustache, a silk scarf knotted casually at his throat and a map tucked carelessly into his flying boot.</p> <p>If this portrayal were the slightest bit representative of wartime aircrew, the image changed significantly in post-war years when the RAAF gradually re-established as a peacetime force, equipping with jet aircraft, training for possible involvement in the Cold War, and developing a sense of professionalism within its ranks.</p> <p>This story tells of the experiences of a pilot who joined the RAAF in 1950 to learn to fly on Tiger Moths, retiring 31 years later as an Air Commodore. Like most aircrew making a career in the Australian Defence Forces, he experienced a frequency and variety of postings to numerous squadrons, as well as the obligatory administrative and staff appointments expected of senior ranks.</p> <p>In these memoirs John Jacobs tells of his adventures and thrilling episodes flying in jet aircraft, his experiences living in three foreign countries for seven years, and his occasionally frustrating 'desk jobs'. As well as being a career officer involved in all facets of a peacetime Air Force, he was also the bread-winner and father of a large family, all of whom were subjected to frequent postings and domestic upheavals which fortunately provided a broader education to offset the stresses of packing up and moving away.</p> <p>For a reader ignorant of the lifestyle of servicemen in the Armed Forces, this is a surprising revelation of the sort of exciting and challenging career open to RAAF aircrew in the few decades immediately post-war.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/239/Skylarks---The-Lighter-Side-of-Life-in-the-RAAF-in-World-War-II.aspx<p>Skylarks reveals for the first time how many of the RAAF coped with that four fifths or more of their time between enlistment and discharge when they weren't busy fighting. You may be amazed at some of the unofficial things they did which were never reported. Nearly one hundred stories from all around the world, mostly humorous, told by the perpetrators. All are true, with just for fun, a chapter on 'Line Shoots'. Read how a Japanese garrison unofficially surrendered to 'Ned Kelly'. Enjoy the largest unofficial RAAF party ever when 4000 troops jumped ship from the Aquitania at Cape Town. Imagine an inpromptu parachute auction in teeming Djakarta. Try swapping a wimpy for a Matilda. Build sailboats between ops at Algiers; why it was different in Russia. Envy the 'Tough War in Nassau', with the Duke of Windor (but someone had to do it!).</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/238/McNamara-VC---A-Heros-Dilemma.aspx<p>In March 1917 aircraft of No.1 Squadron, Australian Flying Corps, carried out a bombing mission against a Turkish railway in Palestine. During the attack 23-year-old Lieutenant Frank McNamara, although himself badly wounded, landed to pick up a fellow pilot who had been downed near a force of enemy cavalry. It was this exploit, described by the official war history as 'a brilliant escape in the very nick of time and under hot fire', which won McNamara - a country town schoolteacher in civilian life - the first and only Victorian Cross awarded to an Australian airman during the First World War. To colleagues in his unit, though, he was 'the last Officer for whom that high honour would have been predicted'.</p> <p>Joining the post-war Royal Australian Air Force, McNamara went on to attain the rank of Air Vice-Marshal and serve in senior commands with both the RAAF and the Royal Air Force during the Second World War. But his career was a classic illustration of the dilemma of a basically ordinary man plucked from obscurity and accorded the status of national hero.</p> <p>Here is recounted the difficulties of living with the expectations placed on someone in his unenviable position, being both constantly lauded by admirers or belittled by jealous detractors. Ungratiously retired in 1946, the only non-posthumous VC winner ever to serve in the RAAF lived out the rest of his years as an angry exile in England.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/237/Odd-Jobs---RAAF-Operations-in-Japan-The-Berlin-Airlift-Korea-Malaya-and-Malta-1946-1970.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/236/Not-to-be-Shot-at-or-Exported---An-Airmans-Letters-Home-1942-1945.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/235/Defeat-to-Victory---No.-453-Squadron-RAAF.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/234/Beaufighters-Over-New-Guinea---No-30-Squadron-RAAF-1942-1943.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/233/Edge-of-Centre---The-Eventful-Life-of-Group-Captain-Gerald-Parker.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/232/Alfresco-Flight---The-RAAF-Antartic-Experience.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/231/The-RAAF-Mirage-Story.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/230/Secret-Action-of-305.aspx<span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold; COLOR: #ff0000">Title out of print</span><br />Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/439/Down-to-Earth.aspx<p style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 8.5px 0.0px; font: 11.0px 'Warnock Pro'"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.1px"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Tahoma; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 10pt; ">David Evans’ 42-year career in the Royal Australian Air Force began during the closing stages of World War II, then saw him flying regularly to Japan in support of occupation forces. It took him to Germany during the Berlin Airlift, and to Vietnam in command of the only bomber unit which the RAAF contributed to that conflict. He also led the Wing operating the RAAF’s new F-111Cs—Australia’s premier strike aircraft for most of the next four decades.</span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 8.5px 0.0px; font: 11.0px 'Warnock Pro'"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.1px"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Tahoma; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 10pt; ">Added to that operational experience were jobs flying VIPs (including the Governor-General and Prime Minister) around Australia and beyond, conducting training in New Zealand, and representing the RAAF in the capital of our principal ally, the United States. His career culminated in him serving as Air Force chief for three years, from 1982 to 1985—a period of enormous change, evolution and modernisation within the Australian Defence Organisation.&nbsp;</span></span></span></p> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Tahoma; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 10pt; ">With his flying days now 25 years behind him and both feet planted firmly on the ground, Air Marshal Evans gives a vivid and forthright account of his Air Force experiences, and reflects back on one of the most varied personal careers of the modern RAAF.&nbsp;</span></span>&nbsp;Thu, 03 Feb 2011 10:50:58 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/431/From-Controversy-to-Cutting-Edge.aspx<span style="color: #ff0000;">Please be aware that publications ordered after <span style="font-weight: bold;">Thursday 16th December</span> will not be able to be processed until <span style="font-weight: bold;">Monday 17th January 2011</span></span>.<br /><br />The F-111 is unique among the aircraft that the Royal Australian Air Force has operated throughout its history. Never before has one type had such a profound impact not only on the RAAF, but upon Australia’s strategic policy outlook.<br />From the moment it was ordered, however, the F-111 would be shrouded in controversy. Cost blow-outs, delivery delays, technical problems and an undeserved poor reputation meant that the aircraft’s place in the frontline of Australia’s defence would be continually challenged.<br />Despite the barbs, the aircraft survived to fly in Australia for nearly 40 years—a clear testimony to the skill and dedication of the men and women who flew, maintained and supplied it.<br />Now, as this amazing aircraft departs from service, its story has finally been told with full access to the range of official records regarding its acquisition and operation. The politics spanning fifty years of air force history, the controversies, and that media drama, have all been faithfully and unflinchingly described.<br />Loved by the public, decried by armchair strategists, the F-111 has at last found its place in Australia’s rich military history.Mon, 25 Oct 2010 11:13:30 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/425/The-Private-Air-Marshal.aspx<div>A Gallipoli veteran who became a decorated ‘ace’ of the Australian Flying Corps ... a controversial chief of the Royal Australian Air Force who was only the second Australian to fill this post, and enjoyed the longest continuous term of service ever ... the last chief of any Allied military service in World War II to pass from the scene. These are all elements from the life of Air Marshal Sir George Jones, whose career should have long ago inspired serious historical examination and assessment. This is the book which finally undertakes the task.</div><div><br /></div><div>Jones’ tenure of the RAAF’s top job was a saga unique in the annals of the Air Force. Plucked from obscurity to succeed a British four-star officer in mid-1942, he was an Air Vice-Marshal at a time when the heads of the other Services were all two grades higher. He oversaw a doubling in the size of the RAAF which made it the world’s fourth largest air force by the war’s end, yet he was not promoted to Air Marshal until 1948, and not knighted until a year after he retired.</div><div><br /></div><div>Dr Peter Helson’s account of Jones’ performance as RAAF Chief of the Air Staff critically examines his wartime feud with his senior operational commander, Air Vice-Marshal Bostock, which split the loyalties of Air Force members and soured relations with senior Allied military figures, the other Australian Services and the national political leadership alike. The issue of divided command epitomised by this momentous rift is just as relevant today as it was during World War II.</div><div><br /></div><div>Although Jones left a personal memoir, published a few years before his death at age 95 under the title <em>From Private to Air Marshal</em>, his slender offering provided little insight into the private man. This is the shortcoming that Dr Helson directly addresses in this book, by seeking to highlight the elements of his background, personality and character which provide the context against which to assess Jones’ record as a commander.</div>Tue, 10 Aug 2010 15:24:18 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/419/Into-the-Midst-of-Things.aspx<p style="margin: 0px 0px 5.7px; text-align: justify; font: 9px Corbel;"></p><p style="margin: 0px 0px 5.7px; text-align: justify; font: 9px Corbel;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;" class="Apple-style-span"><span style="font-size: 10pt;" class="Apple-style-span">Sir Richard Kingsland, AO, CBE, DFC, has a distinguished place in the history of the Royal Australian Air Force, Australian defence, the Australian Public Service, and the administration of Canberra as Australia’s national capital.</span></span></p><p style="margin: 0px 0px 5.7px; text-align: justify; font: 9px Corbel;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 10pt;" class="Apple-style-span">His remarkable career took him from trainee RAAF pilot in 1935 to Group Captain within ten years, at the age of 27. Although clearly marked out for greater things in the postwar Air Force, he transferred to the Public Service in 1948 and pursued a career in the Department of Civil Aviation, then Air, and then Defence.</span></p><p style="margin: 0px 0px 5.7px; text-align: justify; font: 9px Corbel;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 10pt;" class="Apple-style-span">In 1963 he joined the select group of public servants heading government departments, and he remained in charge of two such large organisations for the next 18 years. The career of Sir Richard Kingsland is one of the most extraordinary success stories of twentieth century Australia, and provides fascinating insights into government administration in this period at a multitude of levels.</span></p><p></p>Thu, 27 May 2010 09:25:09 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/390/Always-There-A-History-of-Air-Force-Combat-Support.aspxCombat support is the Air Force idiom for all of the support it needs to run an operational airbase. <span style="font-style: italic;">Always There</span> traces the history of Air Force combat support from its origins in World War I through to the modern era.<br /><br />The Air Force has always relied on its specialists on the ground to keep its aircraft and aircrew in the air, from communications and logistic specialists to cooks, health professionals, security and defence guards, clerks, engineers and trade specialists, commanders and many others.<br /><br />During World War II they fought in every theatre from Europe to the Middle East (where they were largely forgotten), at the fall of Singapore and the bombing of Darwin. They opened new airfields in New Guinea and moved to Japan with the occupation force. Later, they supported the war in the air over Korea and in Vietnam.<br /><br />In the modern Air Force they form Combat Support Group. They have operated airfields in East Timor and the Solomon Islands during periods of unrest, repaired runways on Bougainville, helped evacuate the injured from Bali after the terrorist bombings and were among the first to respond to the devastation of Aceh following the Asian tsunami. They still support Australia’s air effort in Iraq and Afghanistan.<br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Always There</span> tells a part of Air Force history that is more often forgotten than told, emphasizing the varying concepts and constructs through the years, highlighting some lessons that might endure and recounting how the modern Combat Support Group came about during major Defence reforms of the 1990s and its seemingly continual involvement on operations since.<div><br /></div>Fri, 05 Jun 2009 09:25:41 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/229/First-on-the-Scene-C-130-Hercules-as-Sketched-by-William-Wells.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/228/Mr-Double-Seven.aspx<p>Wing Commander Richard (&lsquo;Dick') Cresswell logged over 450 hours flying hazardous operational missions as the leader of an Australian fighter squadron in two wars-first, in World War II, and then in the Korean War of 1950-53.</p> <p>In these conflicts he was three times the Commanding Officer of the famed &lsquo;77th Squadron'. Moreover, on each occasion that he commanded No 77 Squadron, it was committed to &lsquo;the sharp end' of the campaigns in which he fought. Not many fighter leaders of the Royal Australian Air Force achieved this remarkable distinction, which seemed to challenge the rules.</p> <p>Because of his distinguished service leading No 77 Squadron in war, Dick Creswell became known throughout the RAAF as &lsquo;Mr Double Seven'. Here is the tale of one of the legends of the RAAF, told by well-known RAAF historian, George Odgers.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/227/Three-Passions-and-a-Lucky-Penny.aspx<p>For nearly 30 years Dr Eric Stephenson was a medical officer in the RAAF, rising to be Director General Air Force Health Services with the rank of Air Vice-Marshal. Even in retirement, he continued working in the Defence health field, until his association with the RAAF reached the extraordinary span of more than 50 years.</p> <p>In this autobiography he describes his early life in England, where the three great loves of his life - Freda, the Air Force and medicine - had their beginning. During World War II, his pursuit of all three almost came to an abrupt end twice, depending first on the lucky flip of a coin and, later on, through surviving the experience of being shot down over Germany in a Lancaster bomber. His return from captivity at the end of the war allowed him to pick up where he left off with fiancée Freda, and saw him become a country doctor in Norfolk.</p> <p>In 1955 he also resumed wearing Air Force blue, only this time in Australia. Here he describes the many momentous changes that he has observed and helped happen in the practice of medicine, both within aviation and the general community-in between indulging his fourth passion (travel to exotic places). ‘Doc' Stephenson has become virtually an institution in the RAAF.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/226/Operation-Pelican-The-Australian-Air-Force-in-the-Berlin-Airlift-with-companion-CDROM.aspx<p>In 1948 Britain, France and the United States of America found themselves opposed to their former wartime ally, the Soviet Union, over matters regarding control of Berlin, the capital of the defeated Nazi German regime. When the Soviets imposed a blockade of the city, the Allies had no option but to begin flying in the necessities of life for the two million inhabitants of the zones under their administration. Thus began the first large-scale humanitarian airlift in history.</p> <p>When Britain turned for support to its Dominion partners, the transport element of the Royal Australian Air Force had recently ceased flying a regular courier service for Australian occupation forces involved in garrisoning another defeated Axis power of World War II, Japan -&nbsp;this role having been handed over to a commercial airline. By September 1948 an unnumbered Australian squadron had joined other RAAF transport crews already engaged as part of the massive allied undertaking.</p> <p>To the Americans the 15-month-long operation was codenamed <em>Vittles</em>, while the British called it <em>Plainfare</em>. But to the Royal Australian Air For personnel involved, the Berlin Airlift was known as <em>Pelican</em>. Here the story is told of the events that made the airlift necessary, what the undertaking entailed and the part that Australians played in it, as well as the outcome and achievements of Operation Pelican.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/225/Song-of-the-Beauforts.aspx<p>This book records the exploits of the airmen of the first Australian Beaufort squadron in action in World War II. Developed as a torpedo and general reconnaissance bomber, the Beaufort was the heaviest, most powerful and most complex aircraft ever built in this country. It entered service with the Royal Australian Air Force at a time when Japanese invasion seemed imminent. As the tide of the war in the South-West Pacific turned from one mostly fought over the ocean to a land-based operation, the original squadron was joined by additional Beaufort units to form the RAAF's No 71 Wing. Employing new methods of warfare, the Beaufort crews closely supported American and Australian ground forces. Using participants' own words to describe events, from the hazards of training to the fury of offensive operations, the author vividly brings to life the bravery of the aviators and the dedication and skill of the ground crews who operated Beauforts during the protracted campaign across the South-West Pacific.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/224/The-Quiet-Man.aspx<p>For nine years from 1975, Neville McNamara operated at the pinnacle of Australia's defence organisation: as deputy chief of the Royal Australian Air Force, then chief, and finally as uniformed head of all three of Australia's defence services. Told in his own words, this account traces his rise from a small Queensland country town to sergeant pilot in the wartime RAAF in 1942, and eventually four-star rank - the second Australian air force officer to achieve that level.</p> <p>Over the course of his 42 1/2-year air force career, he served in three wars: flying fighters on operations in the South-West Pacific and Korea, and helicopters and transports in South Vietnam where he also held overall command of the RAAF units committed to that conflict. Although dubbed the "Quiet Man" for his unostentatious an unassuming style, he finally breaks his silence and writes about many of the events, projects and issues that were the centre of contention within the Department of Defence during the 1980s.</p> <p><em>"All members of the RAAF of today can learn from the inspiring story of Air Chief Marshal Sir Neville McNamara. At a minimum, we now know a lot more of what was happening behind the scenes during his period in command of the Air Force and Australian Defence Force." - Air Chief Marshal Angus Houston, AO AFC</em></p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/223/Against-the-Odds.aspx<p>The stories contained in this collection are mostly first person accounts of evasions or escapes during World War II. Some are simple tales of unaided walking through the enemy's lines during the confusion of battle, while others are narratives of well-planned and clever deceptions that led to freedom. These accounts by mainly Australian airmen demonstrate adherence to 'the duty to escape' obligation and admirable fortitude, endurance, courage and considerable ingenuity.</p> <p>Most of the escapes were made possible by the efforts of those who gave shelter and guidance to hundreds of airmen 'on the loose'. These people gave this help unselfishly and in the knowledge that if betrayed, or caught in the act, they would face death, torture, or imprisonment at a concentration camp. Every escaper or evader was conscious of a tremendous debt to these modest civilians, whose courage was no less than that displayed by highly decorated servicemen trained in the profession of arms.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/222/We-should-do-this-thing-quietly---Japan-and-the-great-deception-in-Australian-defence-policy-1911-1914.aspx<p>This monograph builds on original work published by Dr John Mordike in 1992 in his book An Army for a Nation: A history of Australian military development 1880-1914. The central focus in the cover-up of Australian preparation for World War I which was originally perpetrated in the years 1911-1914 and continued in Australia's official history of the war. The findings of more recent research build on the original work. The monograph exposes how British imperialists exploited Australia's perception of Japan as the prime threat to its security with the object of ensuring that Australia made timely military preparations, not for its own national defence, but for an imperial war in Europe. Australia's political leaders also exploited the fear of Japan as a cover for their preparations, deliberately misleading the Australian People. This monograph provides new insights into Australia's entry to World War I.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/249/The-Part-Timers-A-History-of-the-RAAF-Reserves-1948-1998.aspx<p>This book discusses the roller-coaster ride of the RAAF Reserve, particularly since the formation of the CAF fighter squadrons in 1948. Policy, workplace and personal perspectives are provided, along with an outline of each of the nine RAAFAR squadrons, the Specialist Reserve, the Air Training Corps and the University Squadrons. The valuable contribution made by Part-Timers over the years is confirmed. A glimpse of what might have been if their great potential had been more fully developed is also provided. Given today's plans to fully expand the RAAF Reserve, that glimpse, along with the history, should provide interesting reading to regulars and Part-Timers alike.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/221/Strategy-and-Red-Ink-A-History-of-RAAF-Staff-College-1949-1999.aspx<p>Strategy and Red Ink traces the history of RAAF Staff College within the context of the main decisions and events influencing the RAAF since World War II. Beginning with the War Staff Courses, it outlines the main eras that saw RAAF staff training change from a six month, all RAAF affair, into the present course with its diverse student body and strong international flavour. Widespread use is made of personal recollections, anecdotes and photographs to support the essential facts and figures, and help put things at a personal level for the reader. All Course photographs, along with those of the Commandants, are reproduced in separate appendices.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/220/Australian-Fighter-Aces-19141953.aspx<p>Australian Fighter Aces is a publication of special historical value. It provides an essential source of reference information gathered and authenticated over many years. Drawing on official records and information gleaned from a variety of sources, the book deals not only with fighter aces as they are traditionally understood, but also provides the background to their origin and development. Against that background, it provides in comprehensive detail the personal biographies of those Australian fighter pilots who achieved the accolade of 'ace'. These biographies include place and date of birth, dates of enlistment, units in which they served, a log of their claims, and their decorations, including wherever possible the citations or selected extracts.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/248/Flight-of-the-Pig.aspx<p>A pictorial history of the F-111's 25 years of service with the Royal Australian Air Force.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/219/Always-First-The-RAAF-Airfield-Construction-Squadrons-19421974.aspx<p>Between 1941 and 1974 the Royal Australian Air Force Airfield Construction Squadrons operated under adverse physical conditions in peace and war. Forward airfields, vital to the aerial campaigns in the South-West Pacific, were developed, often under fire. In addition to the post-war development of facilities on the mainland, Airfield Construction Squadrons served with the occupation force in Japan, built the airfield at Butterworth during the Malayan Emergency and developed facilities at Phan Rang and Vung Tau in South Vietnam.</p> <p>Always First is based on official records and personal memories. The organisation, development and manning of the force are detailed. Operations are described from an official and human perspective. The sometimes critical nature of relations with our American allies is discussed.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/218/From-the-Ground-Up-The-training-of-RAAF-technical-ground-staff-19481993.aspx<p>For 45 years, from 1948 until 1993, the Royal Australian Air Force conducted an apprentice training scheme to provide skilled tradesmen for its engineering and radio musterings. The many thousands of youths who passed through the scheme comprised not just Australians but Pakistanis and New Zealanders too, and in its later years included girls as well as boys. For such a technical service as the RAAF, apprentice training was a key element in providing a solid foundation for supporting and maintaining an increasingly complex range of aircraft and other equipment systems.</p> <p>This book, specially commissioned by the RAAF to commemorate the unique contribution apprentices made to the service over nearly half a century, provides a documented record of the scheme's origins, rationale and development. It also traces the debate which gave recognition to the service's changing requirements and ultimately led to the termination of the apprentice training.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/217/High-Fliers-Leaders-of-the-Royal-Australian-Air-Force.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/216/OBOE---Air-Operations-Over-Borneo-1945.aspx<p>This book analyses the air operations over Borneo in 1945 as part of the series of joint operations known as Oboe. The lead-up to the Oboe operations is discussed as an essential precursor, describing the situation at the time. Each of the three operations - Tarakan Island, Labuan Island-Brunei Bay, and Balikpapan - is discussed in turn, with a focus on the phases of the operations, the air support and fighter control organisations, and administration (including logistics, medical and personnel issues).</p> <p>Armed with this holistic view of air operations themselves and the supporting operations, the book draws together the principle operations. The final chapter analyses the doctrine of the time and assesses the degree to which the observations accord with the doctrine.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/215/Highest-Traditions-The-History-of-No-2-Squadron-RAAF.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/214/Going-Solo-The-Royal-Australian-Air-Force-19461971.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/437/The-Third-Brother-The-Royal-Australian-Air-Force-1921-39.aspxTue, 30 Nov 2010 19:59:24 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/213/Power-Plus-Attitude-Ideas-Strategy-and-Doctrine-in-the-Royal-Australian-Air-Force-1921-1991.aspx<p>'Power plus atitude equals performance' is a maxim drilled intothe consciousness of every pilot in the Royal Australian Air Force. The message is admirably clear. Set the correct engine power. select the right airframe attide, and the aircraft will give the desired, predictable performance.</p> <p>The effective use of military power depends, however, on more than technical predictability. This book examines a different, less certain expression or power and attitude: the influences and ideas which have shaped the application of air power by the RAAF from its beginnings in 1921 to the present.</p> <p>Drawing on previously closed records, <em>Power Plus Attitude</em> looks at personalities, politics and strategy in four major conflicts and the Cold War; the RAAF and nuclear weapons; inter- and intra-Service rivalries; and the influence of chiefs of the air staff and other senior figures over 70 years.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/483/RAAF-College-and-Academy-1947-86.aspxMon, 23 Apr 2012 15:01:31 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/212/The-Decisive-Factor-Air-Power-Doctrine-by-Air-Vice-Marshal-H.N.-Wrigley.aspx<p>Henry Wrigley is recognised as one of Australia's greatest airmen. He won the Distinguished Flying Cross in France with the AFC in 1917-18, and was the RAAF's senior officer in England during World War 11. In l919 he made AustraIia's first transcontinental flight, from Melbourne to Port Darwin.</p> <p>But, as this book now shows, Wrigley's contribution to aviation extends beyond his achievements as a pilot and wartime leader. This collection of essays and notes from his personal notebooks, dating from the 1920s, establishes him as Australia's first authoritative commentator on air power.</p> <p>Wrigley's analysis of such subjects as strategy, aerial bombing, air-to-air combat and the nature of war shows why, since 1920, air power has been the decisive factor in many conflicts. Interestingly, most of the lessons which emerge remain relevant today.</p> <p>A feature of the book is a series of elegant and informative maps, diagrams and tables, all drawn by Wrigley, and copied direct from the original notebooks.</p> <p>Air Commodore Brendan O'Logblin is Director-General, Military Strategy and Concepts, in the Headquaners of the Australian Defence Force. Prior to that he was the first Director of the RAAF Air Power Studies Centre.</p> <p>Wing Commander Alan Stephens is the Research Fellow at the Air Power<br />Studies Centre; previously he was a principal research officer in the Australian Federal Parliament.</p> <p>Both men are qualified RAAF pilots.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/359/Rules-for-Engagement-for-Long-Range-Patrol-Aircraft-of-the-Philippine-Air-Force.aspx<p>This paper proposes the Rules of Engagement to be observed by Philippine Air Force personnel when they encounter hostile acts and other activities that undermine Philippine sovereignty. With the appropriate set of ROE, the aircrew of a Long Range Patrol Aircraft will be able to act in accordance with international laws and prevent undue escalation of any military confrontation.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/358/Tally-Ho-From-F.5-to-MRF.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/357/Philippine-Air-Force-Tactical-Air-Power.aspx<p>The tactical use of air power came into its own when the prophecy of the strategic bomber's supremacy was not completely realised in World War II. As such, it reinforced the role of air power to support surface forces and gave rise to the generally accepted belief that air power is best used when employed offensively and tactically. This offensive use of air power in either interdicting enemy lines or in support of troops in combat came to be known as tactical air operations.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/356/Our-Radars.aspx<p>After more than two decades of internal turmoil in the Philippines, almost all the AFP's resources were used in internal security operations and the external defence of the country was relegated to the back seat. Somehow the presence of the United States forces in the country had provided a security umbrella and paradoxically imbued us with a false sense of security.</p> <p>On 23 Febuary 1995, the passing into law of Republic Act Number 7898, better known as the AFP Modernization Act, gave a glimmer of hope to the very limited external defence capability of the AFP. Unfortunately, however, the Philippines is one of those hardest hit by the Asian financial crisis of 1997 and the Modernization Program was derailed. One of the options left for the AFP, particularly the PAF, was for a joint use of highly valuable but limited resources. On 16 March 1995, the PAF and the ATO signed an agreement for the joint use of equipment and facilities in the interest of the Philippine Government.</p> <p>This book supports such endeavours being based on joint use because it is an approach that optimised the application and use of valuable and expensive equipment. This book further recommends that the PAF procure surveillance radars to be used jointly, not just for external defence or for air traffic control use, but also as a source of valuable information for other government entities and instrumentalities. In this way vital equipment will become a national asset, not simply a PAF tool.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/355/The-Role-of-the-Long-Range-Patrol-Aircraft-in-National-Security.aspx<p class="Text" style="MARGIN: 6pt 0cm 0pt"><span style="FONT-SIZE: x-small">On 23 February 1995, Republic Act Number 7898 better known as the AFP modernisation act was passed giving a glimmer of hope to the very limited air surveillance capability of the Philippine Air Force and the Armed Forces in general. Included in the RAF's modernisation plan is the procurement of six long-range patrol aircraft with the appropriate equipment fit for air surveillance capability.</span></p> <p class="Text" style="MARGIN: 6pt 0cm 0pt"><span style="FONT-SIZE: x-small">This book will give an insight on the significance of acquiring a dedicated LRPA and provide basic tactical guidelines for the employment of the LRPA. The information in this book can eventually be used as one of the basis for the development of the doctrine for air surveillance in the Philippine Air Force.</span></p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/354/Philippine-Air-Force-Air-Operations.aspx<p>This paper will develop an alternative concept in the Philippine Air Force (PAF) Basic Doctrine as a future basis for PAF operational doctrine which will be subject to validation and approval by cognisant authorities. The discussions in this paper will identify current PAF concepts and capabilities, the future of air operations, and the proposals for an operational doctrine. This paper will not present the detailed employment of specific weapon system platforms for any particular conflict or war, but will relate the present PAF doctrine to the evolving security situation. The assessment of the relevance of the present PAF doctrine vis-a-vis trends in modern warfare will enable relevant authorities to identify old and new doctrine which apply to the evolving national defence scenario.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/353/Personnel-Recovery-for-the-Philippine-Air-Force.aspx<p>Personnel Recovery for the Philippine Air Force is a document which establishes operational doctrin for the Philippine Air Force (PAF) Combat Search and Rescue (CSAR) operations, and outlines the principles and procedures which guide the PAF in its CSAR organisation, command and control, force composition, employment, and planning considerations. The PAF organises, trains, and equips personnel to conduct CSAR and Search and Rescue (SAR) operations across the range of military operations.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/352/Doctrine-Writing-Handbook.aspx<p>Doctrine development is an immense task and the impact of doctrine will be pervasive at all levels of the Philippine Air Force Command. As such, the PAF through the Office of Special Studies may task all airmen of varying skills and expertise to write doctrines. This book intends to give appropriate guidance to the chosen doctrine writer. It is not intended to be a 'cure all' guide but as a ready reference for the doctrine writing task.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/349/Air-Power-Development-The-Royal-Malaysian-Air-Force-Experience.aspx<p>Thus far, only cursory studies of the aerospace of the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) are available. Often, these studies are investigated largely from the broad perspectives of the armed forces of the South-East Asian region. This study attempts to verify the proposition that the aerospace of the RMAF has been based on a combination of meeting the needs of an on-going internal security situation and that of one based on threat perceptions.</p> <p>The main thrust of the research concentrates on the variables that have shaped the force structure of the RMAF. This thesis reveals that in its earlier history, the RMAF had solely been developed to fight as part of a counter-insurgency force. This was the outcome of a reactive process that attempted to address the on-going internal security needs of the country. Such 'reactive' development was based more on expediency rather than one that was derived from long-term strategic plans. Nevertheless, after the mid-1970s, there was an increasing tendency to base the RMAF's development on threat perceptions, with a focus on external rather than internal threats. Development was thus more 'pro-active' and its air power capabilities were greatly determined by the various concepts of conventional air strategy. This new orientation has effectively transformed it from an air force that played a supportive role in counter-insurgency warfare into a more credible tactical conventional air force that is better suited to fight in limited conventional war.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/348/Maritime-Air-Surveillance-for-the-Philippines.aspx<p>The Philippines is now emerging as an economic and military force in the region. How it continues to develop economically will depend significantly on how it exploits and safeguards its marine areas and resources. Effective and efficient maritime surveillance is vital to the protection of these marine areas and resources. Even more vital is the contribution made by maritime surveillance to national security and protection of national interests. The development of maritime surveillance capabilities from the AFP Modernization Program is an opportunity that must be exploited for optimal effects. By determining the right specifications, acquiring the right systems, providing the right organisation, and applying the right doctrine and concepts for employment, the Philippines will enter the next millennium a stronger, wealthier and more secure nation.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/347/A-Joint-Surveillance-Program-Australia-and-Indonesia.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/386/Airborne-Intelligence-Surveillance-and-Reconnaissance-for-the-Future-Australian-Defence-Force.aspx&nbsp;A military force’s ability to ‘know’ their adversary and the environment in which they are operating is regarded as a key determinant in military success. In the vernacular of information age warfare this ability is represented by ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance). ISR is recognised as a key capability of the seamless Australian Defence Force envisioned in Joint Operations for the 21st Century, with airborne ISR playing a key role in the dynamic operating environment of the future.<br />&nbsp;<br />This book complements the ADF’s current ISR capability development efforts by outlining a future airborne ISR concept designed to meet the needs of the future force envisioned in Joint Operations for the 21st Century.&nbsp; It provides an appreciation of what airborne ISR must provide commanders across all operating domains and outlines an airborne ISR planning methodology that optimises the use of airborne ISR in the seamless ADF.<br />&nbsp;<br />The airborne ISR concept outlined in this book provides a foundation on which the ADF can position itself to meet the challenges the future holds. <br />Tue, 19 May 2009 15:12:32 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/198/Effect-Based-Targeting-The-Future-of-the-Australian-Air-Force.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/197/Military-Experimentation-Hallmark-of-Professionalism.aspx<p>The environment in which we live today is one of continual technological change and development. This persistent characteristic particularly affects organisations that operate in the air and space environments, and presents problems to those who must decide on what capabilities are to be acquired for future use. Capability decisions made today may be threatened by the appearance of a new technology or concept that could alter the training, structure, organisation, equipment or employment of our own forces or those of an adversary.</p> <p>Professional judgement alone has proved insufficient as the basis for making capability decisions. To help reduce the uncertainty of the future, and to help identify the most appropriate military concepts of operation for Australia's unique circumstances, the Australian Defence Organisation has implemented a process of concept development and experimentation. The aim of this process is to better inform decision-makers by learning about the future through experimental activities that allow us to employ future capabilities, and gain experience of them, before they are created. This process not only provides greater insight into the future but also reduces the costs and risks that would otherwise be incurred by acquiring this same knowledge after the capability is actually created.</p> <p>Alexander the Great, the Romans, Napoleon and especially the German Army of the interwar period used this process to completely change their armed forces into superior warfighting systems that dominated armed conflict in their respective eras. The Germans, in particular, provide a good example as they used the analysis of historical and future factors to completely alter the training, organisation, equipment and tactics that they used. Significantly, all this work began at a time when the German forces themselves did not possess a single tank or combat aircraft.</p> <p>Although capability development is the central focus of military experimentation programs, additional benefits can also be derived. The methods and techniques used for experimentation can also be employed for improved training, enhanced operational planning, and for developing a greater awareness of a capability's attributes. This in turn may generate new ideas and concepts that will feed the concept development and experimentation process. But perhaps the most important benefit will be the enhanced professional mastery of the RAAF's personnel, developed through their participation in military experimentation. People, after all, are the real source of our warfighting capabilities.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/196/Where-to-From-Here-A-Roadmap-for-RAAFJapan-Self-Defence-Force-Engagement.aspx <p>Despite extremely positive academic and political rhetoric regarding the future of the defence relationship between the Royal Australian Air Force and Japan Self-Defense Force, translating this to meaningful engagement is a unique and time-consuming process. There is currently a disparity between the positive political intent and rhetoric and the practicalities of fruitful engagement with the JSDF. The signing of the Australia-Japan Joint Declaration on Security in March 2007 by Prime Ministers Howard and Abe marked a commitment by the governments of both countries to develop defence ties.</p> <p>This paper provides a roadmap for engaging with the JSDF whether in exercise, operation or dialogue. The paper is written from a RAAF perspective but is aimed to be applicable to all services of the ADF and to defence civilians involved in international policy or the planning and conduct of activities with the JSDF.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/195/Postmodern-Tactical-Air-Intelligence.aspx <p>Tactical Air Intelligence will face a crisis of relevance in conflicts of the future. In these postmodern battlespaces warfighters will receive an abundance of information from the network of sensors around them, negating the trickle of descriptive Intelligence provided by their Intelligence staff. The future is not without its challenges.</p> <p>This thesis examines the challenges facing a particular group of warfighters of the future - the pilots of multi-role fighter aircraft such as the F/A-18 Hornet and the Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) - and how Intelligence may be best delivered to them to aid in their use of the material and to minimise its interference with other information. A large part of this work concerns itself with the nature of the challenges facing the fighter pilot. The argument is that changes in the strategic environment combined with the evolution of military technology is giving rise to a number of new operating doctrines intended to deal with uncertainty such as Effects-Based Operations (EBO), Network Centric Warfare (NCW) and Australia's Multidimensional Manoeuvre. These operating doctrines in turn generate further imperatives for the use of air power and commensurate demands on the fighter pilot. The rest of the work develops the argument that in order to deal with the volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous battlespace of the future, intelligence processes will need to be used by everybody in the battlespace and this will require an improved degree of knowledge. At the same time, RAAF Intelligence at the tactical level risks losing relevance due to the availability of near real-time Intelligence directly into the cockpit.</p> <p>The solution provided to these parallel challenges is that tactical air Intelligence will focus more on building knowledge than simply providing information. In this way aircrew will be better equipped to deal with the emerging battlespace.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/194/Preparedness-and-the-Maintenance-Function.aspx <p>This book studies the implications of preparedness doctrine on various facets of the maintenance function. The basic concepts of preparedness are initially described, followed by an overview of maintenance principles and practices. The author then brings these two themes together, exploring the relationships in such diverse areas as maintenance requirements determination, repair and modification strategies, maintenance venues and personnel. A central theme is the possibility of maximising aircraft availability by carefully tailoring the maintenance program based on preparedness goals. Conclusions and recommendations arising from the study are included.</p> <p>This paper is used as a textbook in the RAAF's Engineering Officer Basic Course.</p> <p>Professional Military Learning Next Generation PME in the New Zealand Defence</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/193/Professional-Military-Learning.aspx <p>Recent studies in New Zealand highlight the disadvantages of only using foreign war colleges for higher level Professional Military Education. Yet establishing a domestic Tier 4 institute seems impossible given the small size of the New Zealand Defence Force.</p> <p>In attempting to resolve the scale dilemma, this study reveals opportunities to improve PME at all levels. Furthermore, the proposed network-centric, blended learning framework can benefit nearly every military in the world.</p> <p>This book scans the New Zealand and international horizon for contemporary and emerging developments in the field of Joint Professional Military Education with the aim of anticipating challenges so they can be mitigated proactively.</p> <p>The evolving model of Defence colleges is similar to emerging normative postgraduate programs in civilian universities. Technology is redefining traditional education methods and permitting significant advancements in learning. Some of these include the opportunity to personalise education to suit the needs of learners in terms of when, where, and how they learn. Learning is becoming a continuous, life-long process while long one-off courses are expected to diminish in relevance.</p> <p>The globalisation of postgraduate education has also led to an explosion in access to both diverse and high quality learning opportunities. Students are no longer restricted to studying courses offered at a single campus. Instead, they can now mix-and-match modules from the best institutes in the world. Universities are responding to this new environment by specialising in niche areas and networking with other institutes to surface the gaps.</p> <p>To exploit this emerging construct, Defence colleges need to abandon their traditional approach of elitist, all-compulsory long courses and embrace the new flexible learning paradigm. PME needs to be universal, continuous, modular, tailorable and flexible. In doing so, it can reorientate from delivery-driven to learner-centricity. Instead of top-down education, what is needed is Professional Military Learning.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/192/Retention-versus-Attrition---Does-the-RAAF-have-the-correct-target-in-its-sight.aspx<p>The complexity of Air Force demographic poses significant problems for Human Resource Management personnel responsible for identifying the highly variable retention factors. The challenge once the key retention factors are identified is to devise and implement applicable strategies in an effective and timely manner, and to achieve the balance between the retention versus attrition rates. The Air Force must continue to be proactive in forecasting future retention issues and implementing applicable retention strategies. There is one certainty, and that is there is no mythical panacea to effectively addressing all retention issues.</p> <p>The primary aim of this research was to ascertain the key retention issues that were adversely impacting on the Royal Australian Air Force's attempts to retain highly trained and skilled personnel in 2002. It is envisaged that this research will become a reference by which to gauge the effectiveness of future Air Force retention strategies.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/191/Does-the-Law-Really-Matter-The-Role-of-the-Law-of-Armed-Conflict-in-Contemporary-Air-Operations.aspx <p>This paper is the product of ongoing debate concerning the relationship between air power and the law. While humankind has made great leaps in the technology associated with air warfare, it continues to struggle with theories that provide for the best application of air power. The increased destructiveness, the ability to use precision technology and the transparency of modern war in the media has led to an increased involvement of law in matters of war. The international community attempts to somehow regulate war through international war - there is a clear body of rules and principles that are relevant to, and must be considered in conjunction with, all military activities. The scourge of war can be moderated without jeopardising the ultimate military objective: victory and enduring peace.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/190/Air-Power-Doctrine-Education-A-Social-Critical-Perspective.aspx <p>Air power education is a crucial component of the core military training that all RAAF members receive. It is attempting to educate Air Force personnel in the fundamental principles that guide the use of air assets in the defence needs of Australia. Since the inception of formal air power education in 1992 it has been a contentious topic and the subject of several studies and numerous reviews and redevelopments.</p> <p>This study was completed as part of the Chief of Air Force Fellowship program. The study begins with an historical account of the development of air power doctrine and the dissemination of doctrine through air power education. The importance of air power education is highlighted by analysing this indoctrination component of core military training, in the context of contemporary management theory and how it contributes to organisational effectiveness.</p> <p>The research attempts to highlight the importance of air power education and illuminate the environment where this education occurs. Using a social critical perspective is somewhat radical for a military setting, however, it does provide a holistic examination of the meaning individuals apply to their experience and how that experience contributes to knowledge of air power and motivation for lifelong learning. The social critical perspective allows the researcher to look at the various forms air power education takes and question not only the actual materials and outcomes, but also educational structures, hierarchies and policies.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/189/Humane-Warfare-A-Practice-of-Military-Ethics.aspx <p>With the launch of the Defence Plan in 2001, (then) Secretary for Defence Allan Hawke and Chief of Defence Force Admiral Chris Barrie released the Defence Vision: A force for good. A force to be reckoned with. A force to win.</p> <p>But what does it mean to be a force for good?</p> <p>Does it mean simply following the rule of law or is there something more to it?</p> <p>With advances in communication technology, modern societies are now exposed on a daily basis to the realities and repercussions of the conflicts that governments commit their countries to. In order to maintain the national and international support needed to successfully prosecute a conflict, the government and the military must be seen to be representing the moral will of its people. Adherence to the rule of law is not enough, and a higher benchmark must be identified and implemented.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/188/Policy-Professionals-and-Public.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/187/The-Fight-Against-Transnational-Crime.aspx<p>Transnational crime is a growing industry. Terrorism, drug trafficking, people smuggling, and piracy are just a few of the numerous forms of cross-border criminal activity threatening world order today. Government agencies world-wide are on the front-line in the fight against those that choose crime as their road to riches.</p> <p>Although criminal organisations once consisted of law-breakers utilising more rudimentary methods, they have now evolved into sophisticated, organised networks that use stealth, computers and almost limitless resources to strike at the very heart of a nation-state for reasons far removed from mere money. And they are succeeding.</p> <p>Governments, the defending agencies concerned, and society itself must accept the inevitable. The line between criminal activity and military threat has blurred. As the young information experts of today's classrooms become the criminal assets of the future, transnational crime will be the primary foreign threat to our borders.</p> <p>Interdepartmental and cross-border cooperation between traditional law enforcement agencies and military forces is no longer a luxury but a necessity. No longer can a multi-billion dollar, highly-trained, professional organisation sit on the sidelines in this war on crime. The time has come for the military to become an active and public partner in what is fast becoming the region's greates threat... transnational crime.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/186/Winning-with-Australian-Air-Power-in-Diverse-Cultures.aspx <p>From Sun Tzu to Force 2000, armed forces have been reminded of the military necessity to know and understand both our partners and adversaries. Understanding their culture offers a way to understanding them. But culture encompasses almost everything that is done and therefore can explain nothing.</p> <p>This book presents a range of models and concepts that will assist airmen to gain a better understanding of the relevant areas of culture of potential adversaries and coalition partners. This book identifies those aspects of national culture most applicable to airmen due to their influence on the fundamental principles that guide all air forces.</p> <p>The models and concepts have been practically applied in this book to the problems interoperability in coalition operations and targeting within Effects-Based Operations. These models and concepts are then applied to a case study of the Republic of Indonesia.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/185/What-Makes-Techos-Tick-The-Human-Factor-in-ADF-Aviation-Maintenance-Capability.aspx <p>In a world of ever increasing technology and more obscure military threat, the ability of the Australian Defence Force to maintain high levels of capability, readiness and flexibility are paramount in assuring the security of the Australian Nation and its interests. The key to any successful military operation is control of the air environment. The security of airspace usually requires the presence of airborne weapons and surveillance platform, and ensuring such platforms are accurate, safe, reliable and operation when required is the role of the ADF's aviation technical workforce.</p> <p>However, the ADF is losing its technical personnel, and the skill and experience base of its aviation tradespeople is rapidly eroding. This is a problem because people, together with equipment, form the pillars that support Australia's defence capability. It is capability, together with national will, that creates Australia's defence posture - a deterrent vital to Australia's national defence policy. No enterprise can remain effective for very long without enough appropriately trained and adequately experienced people.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/184/Air-Force-or-Air-Corps-Does-New-Zealand-need-an-independent-air-force-in-a-joint-environment.aspx <p>Like most other countries in the world, New Zealand has an air force. The RNZAF has been responsible for generating and employing New Zealand's air power as an independent Service since 1937. But many things have changed since that time.</p> <p>The nature of air power in New Zealand has changed, as has the overall contribution it makes to the country's national and defence objectives. At the same time, the global trend towards jointery has altered internal defence relationships and structures in New Zealand.</p> <p>This study considers these changes and takes a fresh look at how air power could and should be structured. It addresses the question of whether an air force is still the most appropriate concept for organising New Zealand's air power today.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/183/Airbourne-Early-Warning-and-Control-A-Piece-of-the-Puzzle.aspx <p>Two thousand years ago Julius Caesar needed to know what his enemies were doing on the other side of the hill. Such knowledge would forewarn him of enemy intentions, enable him to position his legions to best effect, and facilitate victory with minimum losses.</p> <p>Today, knowledge dominance remains a key capability. In Operation Desert Storm, General Schqarzkopf and his staff had a clear picture of the battlespace, while Saddam Hussein's generals had little or no knowledge of Coalition deployments and intentions. The Iraqies had no idea what hit them.</p> <p>Surveillance and reconnaisssance are vital roles to which armies and navies have always dedicated large proportions of their available forces. The first missions of military aviation were surveillance and reconnaissance, and these remain roles to which aircraft are well suited.</p> <p>Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&amp;C) has been giving some air forces an unfair advantage over their enemies for nearly 50 years. Today, 25 nations operate or are in the process of acquiring AEW&amp;C. It is widely accepted as an essential capability for warfare in the knowledge age.</p> <p>This book traces the history of AEW&amp;C, from primitive balloons in the 18th Century to the high tech systems of 2001. The range of AEW&amp;C aircraft available today is surveyed and their capabilities described. The impact of AEW&amp;C on recent operations in also examined.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/182/Airbase-Operability-A-Study-in-Airbase-Survivalability-and-Post-Attack-Recovery-Second-Edition.aspx <p>Since World War I, air power has evolved into a potent weapon. It has been supported by constant technological improvements that has increased the range, precision and mass effect of air-delivered weapons. Consequently, air power is now a vital element of any campaign and this means that aircraft and their supporting infrastructure have become a centre of gravity.</p> <p>One of the fundamental weaknesses of air power is its reliance on fixed airbases. These have been a target since World War I because it became readily apparent to early practitioners that it was easier to destroy the enemy's air force on the ground than in the air.</p> <p>This book considers the history of attacks on airbases, the modern threats, and offers a broad range of options for increasing the survivability of air power's most vulnerable element.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/181/Airbase-Operability-A-Study-in-Airbase-Survivalability-and-Post-Attack-Recovery.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/180/Strategy-Air-Strike-and-Small-Nations.aspx <p>Militarily subordinated by greater partners within the settings of colonialism, Cold War and UN coalition, small modern nations have developed offensive air power capabilities predominantly geared for the 'fielded' battles of land, sea and air. 'Strategic bombing' against the enemy's very will and capacity for war has remained the exclusive franchise of greater nations.</p> <p>Within superpower-led coalition, the traditional small nation focus arguably remains adequate. In the post-Cold War environment, however, as planners increasingly consider the absence of superpower intervention in regional dispute, attention must be directed at understanding the greater air power potentials of individual small nations and non-superpower coalitions.</p> <p>What is the essence of strategic bombing? Is it within the reach of small modern nation offensive air power? Or are the demands of mass, tempo and sustainability - so characteristic of the century's classic strategic bombing campaigns - disqualifiers for small players?</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/179/In-the-Dark-The-Future-Role-of-Airmen-in-Air-Defence.aspx <p>The term 'In the Dark' has a number of connotations within the air defence environment. Firstly, the air defence operational environment is, by virtue of the equipment used, a darkened one, there is very little light. Therefore, air defence personnel are literally employed - 'In the Dark'. 'In the Dark' is also a radio term used in the air defence environment to advise that the data relating to intermittent radar contacts is being estimated or dead-reckoned. In this context, 'In the Dark' implies unknown factors and uncertainty. Finally, 'In the Dark' reflects the current perceptions that airmen and women of the Air Surveillance Operator mustering have regarding their future employment in the Australian Defence Force Air Defence System (AADS). While the RAAF's Air Surveillance operators are assured a future in the AADS, the full scope of that future and the nature of the tasks they will eventually undertake have yet to be finally determined.</p> <p>In the Dark challenges the current perceptions of traditional employment and questions the relevance of traditional personnel structures in a dynamic, technology-based operational environment. At a time when the entire ADF is faced with personnel reductions and smaller budgets, In the Dark looks at options for the deployment of personnel and capabilities within the AADS to satisfy increasing demands with limited resources.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/178/Command-and-Control-of-Battlefield-Helicopters-The-Search-for-a-Joint-Approach.aspx <p>Since the end of the Cold War, defence planners have had to deal with greater strategic uncertainty as they have attempted to adapt forces to the new environment. Threats to national security have become more diverse and less tangible. Greater uncertainty has been accompanied by large reductions in defence spending in many countries around the world, forcing military organisations to search for greater efficiencies.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/177/Virtual-Air-Power-A-Case-for-Complementing-ADF-Air-Operations-with-Uninhabited-Aerial-Vehicles.aspx<p>Uninhabited Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) are gaining increased popularity for their ability to undertake a number of important defence roles without risking the lives of aircrew. This characteristic, amongst others, promotes them as platforms with utility for employment across the spectrum of conflict. Furthermore, through the removal of aircrew, UAVs promise better cost-effectiveness in tasks of 'dirty, dull or dangerous' nature.</p> <p>The potential cost-effectiveness and utility of UAVs promote them for further consideration by defence forces who are seeking adaptable systems for relevance in the merging strategic environment. However, their applicability is dependent on a nation's strategic and geographic environment, its infrastructure and the method of warfighting employed. The relevance of UAVs to the ADF must therefore be examined in an Australian context.</p> <p>This book sets out to lay the foundations for the consideration of UAVs as options in support of ADF capabilities. Challenges specific to their introduction and optimum employment are also examined.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/176/Aircraft-Technical-Trade-Development-An-Airmans-Perspective.aspx<p>NB: THIS BOOK IS OUT OF PRINT AND IS AVAILABLE FOR PDF DOWNLOAD ONLY</p> <p>Air Forces around the world have always relied totally on the skill of their ground-crew for the applications of air power. The Royal Australian Air Force is no exception.</p> <p>In order to operate modern military aircraft sucessfully, air forces require a workforce whose training and skills reflect the highly sophisticated nature of the systems they maintain. But as military budgets continue to shrink and workforce numbers continue to fall, the provision of the necessary comprehensive training and employment system which supports this infrastructure is becoming increasingly difficult to maintain.</p> <p>This book analyses the post-World War II development of the RAAF's aircraft technical workforce. Written by a serving corporal, it provides a unique perspective from the shop floor.</p> <p>Regardless of the shape and size of future air forces, as long as they continue to operate aircraft they will need capable, efficient and effective ground crews. The development of the workforce is on-going, as is the debate over its future management. This book is intended both to record past events and to contribute to that debate.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/175/The-Power-of-Many---The-Human-Factor-and-Air-Power.aspx<p>NB: THIS BOOK IS OUT OF PRINT AND IS AVAILABLE FOR PDF DOWNLOAD ONLY</p> <p>'People are our most valuable asset' is an aphorism now commonplace in our vision statements, planning documents and doctrine. While there are, no doubt, a few erudite men and women who do understand why people are indeed our most valuable asset, there are many more whom it is simply a platitude.</p> <p>This book clearly enunciates the link between the human factor and operational effectiveness. It highlights how attention to the human factor can enhance or, if ignored, impair our ability to apply air power. It explains why the human factor has traditionally been overlooked in operations, in times of war and of peace, and discusses the steps needed to address this flow.</p> <p>The Power of Many examines our management of the human factor both from an operational and an operational support perspective. It offers a new way of looking at the RAAF, its culture, policies and doctrine, so that we may better understand, and thus capitalise on, our most valuable asset - our people. It is not the final word on the human factor, but is more like a primer for those who have been conditioned to think of air power as simply aircraft power.</p> <p>When we can fully capitalise on the contribution made by our people, the synergy created will enhance our air power capability. Air power will be recognised as deriving not just from a few people, but from all - the power of many.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/174/The-Future-is-Not-What-It-Used-To-Be-Conflict-in-the-Information-Age.aspx <p>NB: THIS BOOK IS OUT OF PRINT AND IS AVAILABLE FOR PDF DOWNLOAD ONLY</p><p>The increasing reliance on technology-based information systems by both government and private organisations in modern societies has led to the advent of a new vulnerability. Loss of control of information systems can quickly lead to organisational chaos.</p> <p>This new vulnerability has given rise to a potential new dimension in conflict. As the information age continues to take hold of modern entities, information-based conflict is becoming a significant factor in organisational effectiveness.</p> <p>This book examines many of the issues associated with information-based conflict, in particular its effect on modern military forces.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/173/Blessed-be-the-Peacemakers-Conflict-Peace-and-Air-Power.aspx<p>The nature of conflict is changing. The role of the United Nations in the resolution of conflict is also changing. What is the United Nations' future role? Should the United Nations intervene in internal conflict? Is the use of offensive military force appropriate? What type of military force should be considered? Who are the real peacemakers?</p> <p>This book, written during 1995 at the RAAF Air Power Studies Centre as part of a Royal Air Force service fellowship, addresses these issues and seeks to develop an understanding of the role of offensive air power in United Nations peace operations.</p> <p>Written in three parts, it first lays out a framework for analysis of the origins of conflict and examines the case for external intervention. Part Two describes the peace process using past and present UN operations, and discusses the changes that have occurred. Each element of the peace process is explored, emphasising the significant differences that exist between them. Consideration of various strategies for peace leads on to Part Three which concentrates on air power and peace enforcement. The concept of peace enforcement remains a subject of continuing debate in the United Nations. This book aims to contribute to this important debate.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/172/A-Critical-Dependence-Providing-Logistics-Support-to-Air-Operations.aspx<p><em>355.411 <br /></em><em>NB: THIS BOOK IS OUT OF PRINT AND IS AVAILABLE FOR PDF DOWNLOAD ONLY</em></p> <p>The way logistics support is provided to military forces is being critically reviewed by nations around the world due to radical changes in strategic circumstances and limited financial resources. This study provides a manner of viewing logistics which emphasises its critical importance in the determination of the success or otherwise of military operations, specifically in the air environment. In doing so it briefly reviews some recent overseas experiences in the provision of logistics support.</p> <p>The guidance provided on air power logistics support requirements, in the form of doctrine, is critically reviewed and a revised doctrine is proposed. There are also recommendations made on the further development of logistics support concepts. A framework of logistics support concepts is proposed. This is intended to ensure that logistics support is organised as a single, coherent system that removes duplication and assists in the provision of a consistent, comprehensive and complementary flow of logistics support through each of the levels of war to enable the effective applications of air power.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/171/The-RAAFs-Fundamental-Business-An-Evaluation-of-RAAF-Air-Power-Education.aspx<p><em>NB: THIS BOOK IS OUT OF PRINT AND IS AVAILABLE FOR PDF DOWNLOAD ONLY</em></p> <p>The RAAF air power education program was implemented in July 1992. It has three levels. First, a formal education program set within the education and training context; second, input at unit level through largely informal means; and finally, input to the Defence organisation, the wider community and regional nations.</p> <p>Considerable resources have so far been expended on the RAAF air power education program but few, if any, performed measures are in place to assess whether those resources are being effectively and efficiently employed.</p> <p>The aim of the study was to evaluate the effectiveness of the RAA air power education system. To achieve this aim a rigorous research methodology was applied, using data from six broad sources. These were instructors, graduates, supervisors, commanders, non-RAAF personnel (Army, Navy, the Defence organisation and the wider community), and training records from each of the relevant training schools. Over 450 personnel were either surveyed or interviewed as part of the study.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/170/Intelligence-Support-for-Air-Operations.aspx<p> <p>The unique abilities which differentiate air power from sea and land power generate unique requirements for intelligence in support of air operations. Air power is able to respond quickly over large distances and so aircraft are often first on the scene in a crisis; intelligence must strive to match this responsiveness and reach by providing timely, fused, all-source products to decision-makers and commanders at the strategic, operational and tactical levels.</p> </p> <p>Even the limitations of air power generate their own intelligence requirements. Aircraft and the basis on which they are dependent must be protected; intelligence must provide assessments of the nature and capabilities of the threat and counter intelligence must protect against the intelligence efforts of other nations. The cost of aircraft and their limited numbers make them a valuable resource. This, combined with their vulnerability in the air, means that intelligence must be provided so that enemy threats can be avoided or negated where possible.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/169/Preparedness-and-the-Maintenance-Function.aspx<p><em>NB: THIS BOOK IS OUT OF PRINT AND IS AVAILABLE FOR PDF DOWNLOAD ONLY</em></p> <p>The Author identifies opportunities to improve RAAF preparedness through Repairable Item (RI) management. Starting with fundamental concepts of logistics, RI management, and preparedness doctrine, the book proceeds to examine analysis of RI requirements undertaken in recent preparedness studies. A central theme is the need to complement the calculation of preparedness resource requirements with ongoing system development using a systems thinking approach. Conclusions and recommended strategies to pursue identified opportunities are included.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/168/Australian-Air-Power-in-Joint-Operations.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/167/Strategic-Air-Power-Doctrine-for-Small-Air-Forces.aspx<p>This paper examines strategic aspects of air power doctrine within the context of a small air force. A small air force is one that, because of its limitations, must choose not to conduct some part of the complete air power spectrum. This paper is written in two parts. Part 1 is focused on the essence and purpose of doctrine. That is, it develops strategic air power doctrine through an understanding of the air environment and the characteristics and structure of air power itself. Part 2 is devoted to issues that relate to the legal, moral and political environment within which strategic air power doctrine is applied.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/166/Preparedness-and-Repairable-Item-Management.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/165/The-Potential-of-Satellites-for-Wide-Area-Surveillance-of-Australia.aspx<p><em>NB: THIS BOOK IS OUT OF PRINT AND IS AVAILABLE FOR PDF DOWNLOAD ONLY</em></p> <p>The capabilities of existing and proposed future satellite sensors are examined for their ability to provide wide area surveillance of Australia, and recommendations are made regarding future potential of space-based surveillance.</p> <p>Australia's fundamental wide area surveillance needs are examined and the characteristics of a surveillance capability are outlined. This is followed by a review of existing and planned area surveillance capabilities. The space environment, remote sensing and spaceborne sensors fundamentals are then summarised to outline the advantages and limitations of conducting surveillance from space. Finally a systems study approach is used top examine the potential of space-based surveillance sensors, including existing and near future technologies, to address the shortfalls in Australia's wide area surveillance capabilities. This systems approach provides a methodology for analysing surveillance systems options and gives a readily adaptable framework within which additional research, future system options, changed priorities and new requirements can be incorporated.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/164/Human-Factors-in-Air-Force-Combat-Effectiveness.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/163/Into-the-Fourth-Dimension-An-ADF-Guide-to-Space.aspx<p><em>NB: THIS BOOK IS OUT OF PRINT AND IS AVAILABLE FOR PDF DOWNLOAD ONLY</em></p> <p>Ongoing ADF management of current space-based communications and navigation programmes, as well as future investigations into the applicability of other space-based technologies, will require an increasing number of Defence personnel to become familiar with the theory and practice of space operations. Whilst there are many texts available on space and space-related subjects, most tend to be overly technical for those requiring a broad overview; and most are written from a US perspective. This guide seeks to address those deficiencies, and in doing so, provide a useful tool for the Defence professional requiring a general background in space operations. This book is not written to satisfy the 'expert' in space, but for those seeking to broaden their horizons in the subject.</p> <p>The aim of this book is not to catalogue space-based systems, but rather to provide an educative overview covering space, space operations and space applications. Exceptions to this general approach are made where the ADF is procuring a specific system or capability, for example: the GPS NAVSTAR space-based navigation system, or the MILSATCOM satellite communications project. Such systems and capabilities will be presented in detail, as they directly impact ADF operations.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/141/This-is-not-a-Game---Wargaming-for-the-Royal-Australian-Air-Force.aspx<p><em>NB: THIS BOOK IS OUT OF PRINT AND IS AVAILABLE FOR PDF DOWNLOAD ONLY</em></p> <p>History has shown that numerical superiority, better equipment and greater resources do not guarantee victory, which has often gone to the smaller but better prepared and led force. Successful commanders have always recognised the crucial impact of the human factor on war and have conducted their campaigns accordingly. The outcome of battle is rarely certain, because human behaviour cannot be predicted with certainty.</p> <p>Wargaming is basically the simulation of war, in all its facets. Of course, there is more to modern war than combat. War in the computer age includes everything from industrial mobilisation to combat logistics. Wargaming can simulate the full range of operational aspects of war (in air warfare this means prosecuting the three campaigns - control of the air, bombardment and support of combat forces) and the sustainment aspects of war (including command, control, communications, intelligence, training and logistics).</p> <p>This thesis proposes a systematic approach to wargame development and implementation, that will hopefully minimise the difficulties and maximise the benefits of wargaming in the RAAF.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/461/AAP-1001.3-The-Air-Force-Approach-to-ISR.aspxFri, 19 Aug 2011 08:50:53 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/472/AAP-1001.2-The-Air-Force-Approach-to-irregular-Warfare.aspxWed, 16 Nov 2011 14:17:50 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/402/Command-and-Control-in-the-Royal-Australian-Air-Force.aspx<div>Command and Control (C2) is a critical enabler for all military organisations. In particular, C2 of air power has unique characteristics that reflect the way that professional airmen fly and fight. It is therefore vital that all members of the Royal Australian Air Force, the wider Australian Defence Force and the Department of Defence, &nbsp;understand Air Force’s C2 system.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>The handbook enunciates the Chief of Air Force's responsibilities to Government and the Chief of the Defence Force, and the processes used to discharge these responsibilities. It identifies CAF’s two principal executives, the Deputy Chief of Air Force (DCAF) and the Air Commander Australia (ACAUST), and the processes and support structures they use to command and control the Air Force on CAF’s behalf. In particular, the roles and responsibilities of ACAUST are detailed because of how the raise, train and sustain aspects of Air Force capabilities are managed so they are ready for operations, and also how ACAUST oversees the Air and Space Operations Centre (AOC), which is force assigned to Chief of Joint Operations (CJOPS).</div><div><br /></div><div>This handbook also defines the terms command, control, leadership and governance, and describes the nature of C2 within the Air Force noting the key and enduring air power C2 tenet of centralised control and decentralised execution. As such, the terms and definitions for C2 used within this handbook are fully synchronised with ADDP 00.1—Command and Control.</div><div><br /></div><div>Historical vignettes have been included to amplify key elements of Air Force’s C2 mechanism and to illustrate that the C2 framework has evolved over time, incorporating lessons learned from past operations and Air Force’s proud heritage. In this respect, attention is drawn to the historical vignette on RAAF C2 in World War II and the subsequent impact of having an ineffective C2 framework with unclear lines of responsibility.</div>Wed, 21 Oct 2009 09:54:18 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/160/RAAF-Doctrine.aspxThe RAAF Doctrine set consists of: AAP 1000–H—The Australian Experience of Air Power; AAP 1000–D—The Air Power Manual (Fifth Edition); AAP 1000–F—The Future Air and Space Operating Concept (FASOC).<br />You can download PDF versions of each section here:<br /><a href="http://airpower.airforce.gov.au/Publications/Details/373/AAP-1000HThe-Australian-Experience-of-Air-Power.aspx">AAP 1000–H—The Australian Experience of Air Power</a><br /><a href="http://airpower.airforce.gov.au/Publications/Details/161/AAP1000-D-The-Air-Power-Manual-5th-Edition.aspx">AAP 1000–D—The Air Power Manual</a><br /><a href="http://airpower.airforce.gov.au/Publications/Details/162/AAP1000-F-The-Future-Air-and-Space-operating-Concept.aspx">AAP 1000–F—The Future Air and Space Operating Concept (FASOC)</a><br />Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/162/AAP1000-F-The-Future-Air-and-Space-operating-Concept.aspxThis title is only available for purchase as a set together with <span style="font-style: italic;">The Air Power Manual</span> and <span style="font-style: italic;">The Australian Experience of Air Power</span>. To purchase the set <a href="http://airpower.airforce.gov.au/Publications/Details/160/RAAF-Doctrine.aspx">click here</a>.<br /><br />The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) has been the principal source of air power for the ongoing security of Australia and its interests for nearly a century. As we move further into the new millennium, Air Force will remain Australia’s foremost force for the creation of military effects from and in the air, and will be a partner in the introduction of new space-based systems to support terrestrial operations.<br />Between now and 2025 the Defence Capability Plan (DCP) will deliver to Air Force many major new capability systems. The Future Air and Space Operating Concept (FASOC) 2007 is intended to provide a preferred aim point for Air Force’s transition to our future force. To that end, this edition of FASOC is focused on realising the potential of the planned 2006–2016 DCP force, from the DCP’s latter years, where firm capability decisions are yet to be made, through to about 2025.<br />FASOC is intended as a practical product centred on Air Force’s considered view of its future within Australia’s envisaged military operational context. It is not an esoteric think-piece about far-future conflict, nor is it a commentary on the current Air Force. FASOC will serve to focus decision-making to our strategic intent. To that end, FASOC describes Air Force’s developmental imperatives and preferences from both the operational and organisational dimensions. The operational dimension represents Air Force’s ends, and the organisational dimension the means of achieving them. FASOC focuses mainly on the operational dimension, but also addresses some organisational aspects. FASOC will remain dynamic to reflect external changes that impinge on Air Force, and internal changes that Air Force generates from its own consideration of best practice.<br />FASOC does not exist in isolation, but is an integral component of emergent Air Force and joint Australian Defence Force (ADF) doctrine. Within Air Force, FASOC is part of its doctrine series that includes The Air Power Manual (Fifth Edition) and a partner historical analysis, The Australian Experience of Air Power. Together, these three publications synthesise Air Force’s doctrinal future, present and past. As well, FASOC, the Navy’s Future Maritime Operating Concept and the Army’s Future Land Operating Concept provide the environmental concepts that underpin the ADF’s development of future joint operational concepts.Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/161/AAP1000-D-The-Air-Power-Manual-5th-Edition.aspxThis title is only available for purchase as a set together with <span style="font-style: italic;">The Australian Experience of Air Power</span> and the <span style="font-style: italic;">Future Air and Space Operating Concept</span>. To purchase the set <a href="http://airpower.airforce.gov.au/Publications/Details/160/RAAF-Doctrine.aspx">click here</a>. <br /><br />AAP 1000–D—The Air Power Manual (Fifth Edition) is the Air Force’s principal air power doctrine publication. The Air Power Manual draws together the complex factors that define Air Force’s air power. Our air power is described in a manner intended to provoke analysis, enhance understanding and provide an intellectual foundation on which we can build the mastery to operate our current Air Force to its optimum while we prepare for the future Air Force. Together with its partner publications: AAP 1000–H—The Australian Experience of Air Power and AAP 1000–F—The Future Air and Space Operating Concept (FASOC), The Air Power Manual provides a synthesised view of Air Force’s air power doctrine across its past, present and future.<br />This edition of Air Force’s air power doctrine is the first to be written through a joint lens, recognising the need to position the force and our people to play a vital role as the Australian Defence Force operates more and more as a seamless force. For this reason, The Air Power Manual is both vital reading for the members of the Air Force and an important work to promote a wider understanding of our air power.Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/373/AAP-1000HThe-Australian-Experience-of-Air-Power.aspxThis title is only available for purchase as a set together with <span style="font-style: italic;">The Air Power Manual</span> and the <span style="font-style: italic;">Future Air and Space Operating Concept</span>. To purchase the set <a href="http://airpower.airforce.gov.au/Publications/Details/160/RAAF-Doctrine.aspx">click here</a>.<br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">The Australian Experience of Air Power</span> is a concise history of the Royal Australian Air Force from its beginnings to its role as a vital part of the joint Australia Defence Force of the 21st century. It is a companion volume to AAP 1000–D—The Air Power Manual (Fifth Edition) and AAP 1000–F—The Future Air and Space Operating Concept (FASOC) and provides an insight into the origins of Air Force’s air power doctrine.<br />The Australian Experience of Air Power is written from a perspective of the Air Force’s development over time. It describes our place in key events and how our Air Force developed in the periods between these events. The Australian Experience of Air Power does not describe historical events in detail—that information already exists in a myriad of forms. It is a carefully selected narrative of defining points for the RAAF, intended both to describe our evolution and to act as a reference point for further investigation into our journey from the past to the future.Wed, 03 Dec 2008 08:54:44 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/159/AAP1000-F-The-Future-Air-and-Space-operating-Concept.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/158/AAP1000-D-The-Air-Power-Manual-5th-Edition.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/157/AAP1000-H-The-Australian-Experience-of-Air-Power.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/156/AAP1003-Operations-Law-for-RAAF-Commanders-2nd-Edition.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/155/AAP1000-Fundamentals-of-Australian-Aerospace-Power-4th-Edition-Hard-Cover.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/154/AAP1000-Fundamentals-of-Australian-Aerospace-Power-4th-Edition.aspx<span style="color: #ff0000; "><span style="font-weight: bold;">Please note that this publication is not current Air Force Doctrine</span></span>. <br />The current edition of Air Force Doctrine is the <a href="http://airpower.airforce.gov.au/Publications/Details/161/AAP1000D---The-Air-Power-Manual-5th-Edition.aspx">5th Edition</a>.<br />Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/153/AAP-1002-The-Operational-Air-power-Doctrine-Manual.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/152/AAP1000-The-Air-Power-Manual-3rd-Edition-Hard-Cover.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/151/AAP1000-The-Air-Power-Manual-3rd-Edition.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/150/AAP-1001-The-Condensed-Air-Power-Manual-2nd-Edition.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/149/AAP-1000-The-Air-Power-Manual-2nd-Edition-Hard-Cover.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/148/AAP-1000-The-Air-Power-Manual-2nd-Edition.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/147/AAP-1003-Operations-Law-for-RAAF-Commanders.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/146/AAP-1001-The-Condensed-Air-Power-Manual.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/145/AAP-1000-The-Air-Power-Manual.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/450/2010-RAAF-Air-Power-Conference-The-Art-of-Air-Power.aspx<p style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 10.0px 'Helvetica Neue'"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Tahoma; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 10pt; ">The 2010 Royal Australian Air Force Air Power Conference ‘The Art of Air Power’ was organised with a view to examining—at the strategic, philosophical level—the issues that face the contemporary application of air power and the optimum way forward in aligning air forces with the broader national security imperatives.&nbsp;</span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 10.0px 'Helvetica Neue'; min-height: 12.0px"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Tahoma; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 10pt; "><br /></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 10.0px 'Helvetica Neue'"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Tahoma; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 10pt; ">Evolving strategies and concepts are the foundations on which successful air forces are built.&nbsp; The Royal Australian Air Force continuously examines the international security developments at the strategic level in order to ensure that it can create the effects necessary to ensure national security. The 2010 Air Power Conference was conducted as an integral part of this ongoing process.</span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 10.0px 'Helvetica Neue'; min-height: 12.0px"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Tahoma; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 10pt; "><br /></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 10.0px 'Helvetica Neue'"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Tahoma; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 10pt; ">The papers published in this volume were presented at the 2010 Conference ‘The Art of Air Power’ and are the opinions of a select group of international and Australian experts regarding this important issue of military strategy and air power.&nbsp;</span></span></p>Wed, 25 May 2011 15:16:23 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/211/RAAF-History-Conference-2008-Air-Expeditionary-Operations-from-World-War-II-Until-Today.aspxThe Australian Defence Force’s capacity to defend Australia’s regional interests and fulfil our international commitments relies on the capability to project force and the ability to undertake expeditionary operations. Over the course of the last decade there has been a marked increase in the number and scale of expeditionary operations undertaken by the ADF: from leading the United Nations mandated International Force in East Timor, to the ongoing commitments in the Middle East Area of Operations. For the Royal Australian Air Force this has meant a renewed emphasis on capabilities it has been called upon to use a number of times since the first great conflict in which the Service took part in the middle of last century.<br /><br />With more than 60 years of experience behind it, what has the RAAF learnt about the nature of air expeditionary operations? What are the enduring features and problems in conducting such operations, and where have air forces, historically, performed well or badly in taking up the challenge they represent? In practically all operations in which Australia has been involved, the RAAF has taken its place alongside allies as part of a larger combined force.<br /><br />What has this meant in terms of implementing national effects-based strategy? These were questions that were addressed in the 2008 RAAF History Conference. The papers and panel discussions published in this volume examine the lessons that can be drawn from the historical analysis of major expeditionary operations undertaken by the RAAF from World War II through to Operations Bastille and Falconer in Iraq. The panel of distinguished Australian speakers were joined by two well-respected air warfare historians from the UK and the US who addressed lessons drawn from expeditionary operations mounted by our major allies in the 1982 Falkland Islands War and Operation <span style="font-style: italic;">Desert Storm</span> in 1991.Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/10/CAF-Air-Show-Conference-2007-Smaller-Air-Forces-and-the-Future-of-Air-Power.aspx<p>2007 Chief of Air Force Air Show Conference, held in conjunction with the 2007 Australian International Air Show, Avalon, Victoria, 19 March 2007.</p><p>The enduring RAAF vision is ‘To be a balanced expeditionary Air Force capable of achieving the Government’s objectives through the swift and decisive application of air and space power in joint operations or as part of a larger coalition force’. This accurately reflects the ethos of the Air Force and the purpose of its mission. It also envisages that the RAAF will be able to bring to bear air and space power, jointly with the other Services or as part of a larger coalition at the time and place of our Government’s choice.<br />Currently the RAAF is in the process of reshaping itself. The end-state is to have an organisational structure that will effectively and efficiently meet the ongoing raise, train and sustain needs of a versatile Air Force.<br />This conference discusses the evolution of the organisation over the past twelve months as well as the plans for the future. It focuses on the likely changes in air combat forces and potential solutions to the challenges that are presented by coalition and regional operations. To obtain a wider perspective of shared challenges a number of international Chiefs of Air Force provide their views on the future of air power.</p> <p><br /></p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/366/Regional-Air-Power-Workshop---Darwin-2005.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/210/RAAF-History-Conference-2005-Masters-of-Air-Power.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/9/2005-The-Shape-of-Things-to-Come.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/8/2004-Network-Centric-Warfare-and-the-Future-of-Air-Power.aspx<p>The theme of the 2004 Conference was Network Centric Warfare and the Future of Air Power. The world is going through very uncertain times and the Defence Forces have to be capable of adequate flexibility to cope with the ever-increasing and diverse demands of the future. The concept of Network Centric Warfare (NCW) is a step towards enabling the fielded forces optimum capabilities to address the challenges that face them in the future operating environment. For this reason it is imperative that the RAAF examines the impact of this concept on the future development of air power capabilities.</p> <p>New technology has always been the catalyst that changes the character of conflict, although the enduring nature of war in terms of its friction and fog will continue to persist. The NCW concept attempts to reduce the effects of the fog and friction of war and bring it closer to exactness in a reliable manner. The dimension of the concept provides great opportunities, yet these opportunities cannot be fully exploited without an appreciation of the risks involved.</p> <p>This book records the proceedings of the 2004 RAAF Air Power Conference. It is intended not only as a record for those who attended but as a basis for future discussions and as a contribution to the ongoing study and debate of air power issues.</p> <p>The contributors are Air Marshal Angus Houston, Senator the Honourable Robert Hill, Lieutenant General Joseph E. Hurd, Air Vice-Marshal Iain McNicoll, Air Marshal Subhash Bhojwani, Lieutenant General Dato? Azizan bin Ariffin, Professor Ross Babbage, Dr Alan Vick, Dr Alan Stephens, Mr Sanu Kainikara, Lieutenant General Carl O'Berry, Group Captain Chris Finn, Air Vice-Marshal Julie Hammer, Vice Admiral Chris Ritchie, Lieutenant General Peter Leahy, Squadron Leader Tim Anderson, Squadron Leader Cheryl Neal, Squadron Leader Dominic Sims and Air Vice-Marshal Roxley McLennan.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/209/RAAF-History-Conference-2003-100-Years-of-Aviation-The-Australian-Military-Experience.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/7/2002-Conflict-the-State-and-Aerospace-Power.aspx<p>The theme of the 2002 RAAF Aerospace Conference was 'Conflict, The State and Aerospace Power.' The conference brought out a number of important factors in the understanding of the changing face of conflict and the evolving nature of nation-states. It also raised a number of critical issues that impact directly on the well being of a state and has particular relevance to aerospace power projection capabilities. The conference addressed the vexing problems of nation security in the changed international scenario and the role of the armed forces in pursuing a competent national security policy. The future utilisation of the military in conflict and the role of the air force in such operations were also debated.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/208/RAAF-History-Conference-2002-Air-Power-and-Wars-of-National-Liberation.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/207/RAAF-History-Conference-2001-A-Chapter-of-Endless-Possibilities-The-Birth-of-Australian-Military-Aviation.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/206/RAAF-History-Conference-1999-Command-and-Leadership-in-War-and-Peace-1914-1975.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/6/2000-Air-Power-and-Joint-Forces.aspx<p>The theme of the 2000 Conference was Air Power and Joint Forces. When we consider the application of combat power today, we invariably do so within a joint, as opposed to a single or even two-service, context. But while the merit of joint action may be self-evident, in practice it raises many complex challenges: command, organisation, cooperation, planning, force balance, threat prosecution and so on. The objective of the 2000 Air Power Conference was to discuss and analyse those kinds of challenges. This book records the proceedings of the event. Topics discussed addressed include globalisation, the evolution of the joint force, air power and asymmetric threats, the military use of space, air exclusion zones, the role of the media, command and leadership, and ethics and the profession of arms.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/205/RAAF-History-Conference-1998-The-RAAF-in-the-War-in-Vietnam.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/365/Regional-Air-Power-Workshop---Edinburgh-1998.aspx<p>The 1998 Regional Air Power Workshop was conducted at RAAF Base Edinburgh, South Australia, with the theme being Professional Mastery. Countries represented included Australia, Brunei, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, the United States and the United Kingdom. Papers were presented by representatives from all participating countries.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/5/1998-Testing-the-Limits.aspx<p>The post-Cold War political environment combined with information and military technology 'revolutions' has set new political demands, organisational challenges and technological possibilities for air power planners.</p> <p>'Testing the Limits' - as a conference and as a book - has been concerned with the stimulation and collection of new thought on air power. Presenters in this work include strategists, military chiefs, technologist, futurologists and sociopolitical scientists. The emergent lexicon includes micro electromechanical devices (MEMS), 'reach-back' logistics, information management by pattern recognition, expeditionary aerospace forces, hypersonics, 'halt phase' warfare, combat UAVs, cloned organic sensors, phased array lasers, sensor-to-shot systems, knowledge dominance and information attack. Inseparable from these developments in the greater defence picture are the ongoing issues of political system evolution, the changing role of physical force in national security, and the migration of military culture and ethos.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/204/RAAF-History-Conference-1997-South-East-Asian-Commitments-19501965.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/364/Regional-Air-Power-Workshop---Canberra-1997.aspx<p>The 1997 Regional Air Power Workshop was conducted in Canberra with the theme of 'Combined Operations'. Countries represented included Australia, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, The Philippines, Singapore and the United States. Papers were presented by representative from all participating countries.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/203/RAAF-History-Conference-1996-The-Post-War-Years-19451954.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/363/Regional-Air-Power-Workshop---Richmond-1996.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/4/1996-New-Era-Security-The-RAAF-in-the-Next-Twenty-five-Years.aspx<p>Many strategists believe that defence forces around the world are currently experiencing a 'Revolution in Military Affairs'. While the description 'revolution' might be questioned, there is no doubt that dramatic changes are taking place. Nor is there any doubt that the rate of change is unprecedented, a factor which has the potential both to create uncertainty and raise international tensions.</p> <p>This book examines some of the critical issues associated with New Era Security. While the individual chapters were written specifically with the Royal Australian Air Force and Australian defence in mind, most of the insights and observations are relevant to national security concerns generally.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/362/Regional-Air-Power-Workshop---Townsville-1995.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/202/RAAF-History-Conference-1995-The-Home-Front-Mainland-Australia-and-the-Southwest-Pacific-Area-19391945.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/361/Regional-Air-Power-Workshop---Darwin-1994.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/201/RAAF-History-Conference-1994-The-RAAF-in-Europe-and-North-Africa-19391945.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/3/1994-The-War-in-the-Air-19141994.aspx<p>From the time aircraft became a weapon of war, air power has been a controversial subject.</p> <p>The War in the Air 1914-1194 contains the proceedings of a conference held by the Royal Australian Air Force in March 1994, when some of the world's leading air power scholars and practitioners examined this most potent and pervasive form of combat power, from the First World War through to the Gulf War and the future.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/360/Regional-Air-Power-Workshop---Darwin-1993.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/200/RAAF-History-Conference-1993-The-RAAF-in-the-SouthWest-Pacific-Area.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/199/RAAF-History-Conference-1992-Australias-Air-Chiefs.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/2/1992-The-Qualitative-Edge---A-Role-for-Air-Power-in-Regional-Cooperation.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/1/1991-Smaller-but-Larger-Conventional-Air-Power-into-the-21st-Century.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/144/CAF-Occasional-Paper-No-3---Air-Bases-The-Foundation-of-Versatile-Air-Power.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/143/CAF-Occasional-Paper-No-2---Air-Campaigns-The-RAAFs-Application-of-Air-Power.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/142/CAF-Occasional-Paper-No-1---Air-Power-for-Australias-Security-More-than-the-Three-Block-War.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/140/A-New-Paradigm-for-the-F-111.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/139/A-Strategic-TankerTransport-Force-for-the-ADF.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/138/Too-Much-Art-and-Too-Little-Science-The-legacy-of-the-combined-bomber-offensive-of-the-Second-World-War.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/137/A-History-of-Attacks-on-Airbases.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/136/Air-Power-in-Confrontation.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/135/The-Other-Side-of-the-Hill.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/134/Kosovo-Or-the-Future-of-War.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/133/ADF-Employment-of-the-Global-Hawk-Uninhabited-Aerial-Vehicle-UAV.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/132/The-Role-of-Australian-Land-Based-Air-Power-in-a-Maritime-Strategy.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/131/Network-Centric-Warfare-A-Place-in-Our-Future.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/130/Requirement-for-a-RAAF-Tactical-Doctrine-System.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/129/Global-Positioning-System-Future-Direction-for-the-ADFs-Precision-Guided-Bomb-Capability.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/128/High-Noon-of-Air-Power.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/127/Airmen-Air-Defence-and-the-Future-A-Case-for-New-Employment-Structures-in-the-RAAF.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/126/The-Korean-War-19501953---Land-Air-Aspects.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/125/Combat-Search-and-Rescue-in-the-Australian-Defence-Force-The-Reality-That-Wont-Go-Away.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/124/A-Security-Police-Strategic-Vision-for-Operational-Considerations-into-the-Next-Century-New-Criminal-Threats-and-the-Australian-Defence-Force.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/123/Planning-To-Win.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/122/Controlling-Australias-Information-Environment-or-Decision-Superiority-and-War-Fighting.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/121/Things-May-Play-Out-Differently-The-Info-Sphere-Defence-Force.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/120/Operational-Air-Power-Doctrine---A-Proposal.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/119/The-Future-of-Air-Power-Concepts-of-Operations.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/118/In-Search-of-the-Knock-Out-Blow-The-Development-of-Air-Power-Doctrine-1911-1945.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/117/Evolution-of-Helicopter-Forces-in-the-United-Kingdom.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/116/Evaluating-Air-Base-Operability-An-Australian-Perspective.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/115/The-Human-Factor-The-Least-Understood-Component-of-Air-Power.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/114/Employment-of-Cruise-Missiles-by-the-ADF.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/113/Future-ADF-Aerosystems-and-Procurement-from-the-International-Aerospace-Industry.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/112/The-Regional-Emergence-of-Strategic-Missiles-A-Force-of-Rooks-for-a-Black-King.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/111/Garnet-Malley-and-the-RAAFs-Chinese-Connection.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/110/Precision-Guided-Munitions-and-the-New-Era-of-Warfare.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/109/The-Goodwill-of-the-Services-and-the-Problems-of-a-Lesser-Partner-The-Creation-of-the-Australian-Manual-of-Direct-Air-Support.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/108/The-1982-Law-of-the-Sea-Convention-Some-Implications-for-Air-Operations.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/107/An-Introduction-to-the-Technical-and-Operational-Aspects-of-the-Electromagnetic-Bomb.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/106/Alive-and-Well-The-Air-School-of-Strategic-Thought.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/105/Twelve-Principles-of-Air-Power.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/104/Military-Information-Operations-in-a-Conventional-Warfare-Environment.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/103/An-Extended-Role-for-Unmanned-Aerial-Vehicles-in-the-Royal-Australian-Air-Force.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/102/Air-Warfare-and-Maritime-Operations.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/101/Air-Power-Doctrine-Revisited.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/100/New-Era-Security-and-the-RAAF.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/99/Air-Power-and-Political-Culture.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/98/An-Industrial-Strategy-in-Support-of-Fighter-Aircraft-For-Industrially-Developing-Nations.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/97/Air-Operations-Planning-and-Execution-A-View-from-the-Operational-Level-of-War.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/96/Conventional-Deterrence-A-Continuing-Role-in-Australias-Security.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/95/Non-lethal-Weapons-Implications-for-the-RAAF.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/94/Australias-Contribution-to-the-War-in-Europe-A-Dim-Memory-of-a-Distant-War.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/93/10-Propositions-Regarding-Air-Power.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/92/Close-Air-Support-Vietnam-Dinosaur-or-Key-Defence-Capability.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/91/Air-to-Air-Refuelling-in-the-Australian-Defence-Force.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/90/Air-Warfare-Applications-of-Laser-Remote-Sensing.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/89/Waging-Tomorrows-Wars---The-Emerging-Style-of-Twenty-First-Century-Western-Warfare.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/88/Japanese-Air-Power-19191945---A-Case-Study-in-Military-Dysfunction.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/87/Precision-Guided-Munitions-and-the-Law-of-War.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/86/RAAF-Policy-Plans-and-Doctrine-1946-1971.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/85/Command-of-Australian-Joint-Force-Operations.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/84/Peace-Operations-The-Air-Force-Contribution.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/83/Australian-Produced-Self-Piloted-Stealth-Aircraft-Deployed-by-the-Australian-Defence-Force-and-in-Aid-of-Civilian-Authorities.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 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GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/68/Key-Concepts-in-Air-Power.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/67/Air-Bombardment-and-the-Law-of-Armed-Conflict.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/66/The-Strategic-Application-of-Air-Power-in-the-New-World-Order.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/65/Command-of-the-Electromagnetic-Spectrum---An-Electronic-Combat-Doctrine-for-the-RAAF.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/64/Graduated-Response-by-Air-Power-The-Art-of-Political-Dissuasion-by-Military-Means.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/63/Employing-Smart-Technology-in-Low-Intensity-Conflict.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/62/The-Implications-of-Modern-Air-Power-for-Defence-Strategy.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/61/Modelling-Air-Operations.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/60/Protocol-1-to-the-1949-Geneva-Conventions-and-the-Implications-for-Australian-Air-Power.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/59/The-Significance-of-Australian-Air-Operations-in-Korea.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/58/Generation-of-Air-Capabilities---Toward-a-Predictive-Model.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/350/The-Significant-Role-of-Air-Power-in-the-Defence-of-Indonesia.aspx<p>From a geopolitic and geostrategic perspective, Indonesia, as an archipelagic country located between two continents (Asia and Australia) and two oceans (Pacific Ocean and Indian Ocean), has strategic value in political, economic, social and defence aspects. As a sovereign state in the southern hemisphere, Indonesia plays a significant role in the international forum by implementing a non-aligned and active policy for its national interest. To safeguard its sovereignty and national territory, Indonesian defence doctrine is based on the Total People's Defence and Security System concept (Sishankamrata).</p> <p>This concept serves as a guide to the whole nation in building up, maintaining and consolidating the national territory as a political, economic, social-cultural, defence and security entity.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/449/At-the-Critical-juncture.aspx<p style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 5.7px 0.0px; text-align: justify; font: 11.0px 'Adobe Garamond Pro'"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Tahoma; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 10pt; ">Air forces have long demonstrated warfighting effectiveness through the lethal application of air power in the battlefield. This success has tended to make traditional air forces operationally focused—to the detriment of their strategic effectiveness. In combination with their resource-intensive nature, this lack of growth impedes the development of air forces into truly strategic instruments of national security. &nbsp;</span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 5.7px 0.0px; text-align: justify; font: 11.0px 'Adobe Garamond Pro'"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Tahoma; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 10pt; ">In this book the author analyses the ‘outlay’ necessary to maintain a balanced full spectrum air force, explains the status of such air forces in the broader security equation, and examines the challenges they face. The author emphasises the necessity for small air forces to be balanced and advocates their future significance by developing the competency to create strategic effects and influence the national security framework.</span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 5.7px 0.0px; text-align: justify; font: 11.0px 'Adobe Garamond Pro'"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Tahoma; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 10pt; ">This book is an authoritative and foundational study of the myriad factors that affect air forces.</span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 5.7px 0.0px; text-align: justify; font: 11.0px 'Adobe Garamond Pro'"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Tahoma; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 10pt; ">A close analysis of this book will greatly enhance the professional mastery of all airmen and is considered a primary source of information for the study of the development of air forces.</span></span></p>Wed, 25 May 2011 15:01:45 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/440/Masters-of-Air-Power.aspx<p style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 13.0px Helvetica CE 35 Thin"></p><p style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 13.0px Helvetica CE 35 Thin"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Tahoma; ">Even the most famous practitioners in the air power business are not truly well-known these days. This is a deficiency that was directly addressed at the 2005 RAAF History Conference, with renewed attention on many notable names from the past—not simply in terms of their background and career paths, but with particular focus on identifying elements of career preparation and experience, combined with personal qualities and characteristics, that made them important air advocates or successful air commanders.</span></p><p style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 13.0px Helvetica CE 35 Thin"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Tahoma; "><br /></span></p><p style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 13.0px Helvetica CE 35 Thin"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Tahoma; ">Described in the papers published are fifteen major figures drawn from over a hundred years of air power history. While some are familiar enough to rate as household names, especially those from the First and Second World Wars, others from more recent conflicts are rarely even heard of outside of Western or English-speaking circles. Presented here are the reasons why these men deserve to be better known to members of the Royal Australian Air Force today.</span></p><p></p>Thu, 03 Feb 2011 11:11:01 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/427/Pathfinder-Collection---Volume-4.aspx<span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Tahoma, 'Century Gothic', sans-serif, serif; color: #171d2d; ">Since June 2004 the Air Power Development Centre has published the fortnightly Pathfinder bulletins, ranging across air power and historical subjects of contemporary interest. This latest volume carries issues 109-144.</span>Thu, 12 Aug 2010 15:04:38 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/405/Seven-Perennial-Challenges-to-Air-Forces.aspxIn contemporary conflict, air forces are being increasingly compelled to operate under constraints that impair their effectiveness, while at the same time having to confront asymmetric threats and diffused adversaries. The effective employment of air power is an intricate, complex and multi-faceted process that can be adversely affected by these constraints. <br /><br />This book identifies and explains seven perennial challenges that air forces face in the generation, sustainment and application of air power in the pursuit of national security.&nbsp; These constraints range from environmental factors, demographic changes, impact of the media and political imperatives, to the national ethos regarding attrition tolerance and the unacceptability of collateral damage. The topics covered are diverse and broad but impact critically on the optimum employment of air forces.<br /><br />This book is essential reading not only for air power professionals but also for those involved in enhancing national security through analysis and informed debate.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <br />Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:43:10 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/393/Friends-in-High-Places-Air-Power-in-Irregular-Warfare.aspxConventional military forces across the world are investigating and adopting measures to be effective in the increasing incidence of irregular wars in order to counter non-state adversaries perpetuating acts of violence in support of causes ranging from extremist political and religious ideologies, transnational crime, local insurgencies and guerrilla wars.<br /><br />Air power is a critical element within the holistic military capabilities of a nation and forms an indelible part of the broader national security apparatus.<br /><br />This book looks at the varied and critical contribution that air power makes towards the successful prosecution of irregular wars, from a military perspective. It also analyses the crucial role of air power in the strategic national security policy in relation to the current global trend of non-state entities to wage irregular wars against sovereign nations. <br />Wed, 17 Jun 2009 10:53:20 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/394/The-War-in-the-Air-2nd-edition-2009.aspxFrom the first time that aircraft were used as weapons of war, control of these assets has been contentious and air power has been a controversial subject.<br /><br />In March 1994, the Royal Australian Air Force held an international conference on the theme ‘The War in the Air 1914-1994’ where some of the world’s leading air power scholars and practitioners examined this most potent form of combat power from World War I to the First Gulf War. They also examined the possible future applications of air power. The proceedings of the conference, when published, became an instant ‘best seller’. It was instituted as required reading in a number of strategy and air power courses across the world.<br /><br />This second edition of the proceedings contains only the papers presented and selected transcripts of discussions that followed. This book in its current form will be a definitive reference for all students of air power.Wed, 17 Jun 2009 10:56:11 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/29/Pathfinder-Collection-Volume-3.aspxSince June 2004 the Air Power Development Centre has published the fortnightly Pathfinder bulletins, ranging across air power and historical subjects of contemporary interest. Here are issues 73-108 in the series. <br />Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/370/The-Art-of-Air-Power.aspx<p>Compiled more than two thousand years ago by Sun Tzu, a mysterious warrior-philosopher, the Chinese classic popularly known as the Art of War is without doubt one of the most prestigious and influential books on strategy in the world today. As a study of the working of an organisation in conflict, the book has enduring applicability at every level; from the strategic to the tactical, from the human aspects at the military level to the international aspects of conflict.</p> <p>While other books on strategy, wisdom and philosophy have limited followings in terms of their applicability and timely relevance, the Art of War has been studied for centuries and remains as relevant today as it was when it was first penned. Sun Tzu describes a philosophy to achieve invincibility on the battlefield, triumph without physical battle and unassailable strength of the nation brought about through observation, calculation and a clear understanding of the politics, psychology and doctrine of conflict.</p> <p>This book, The Art of Air Power: Sun Tzu Revisited, is not simply another of the many translations of the timeless classic. It is an entirely new text, based on detailed study of a large number of currently available translations, commentaries and reviews. More importantly, the book explains the great Master’s paradigms in a contemporary military context, taking into account the changed nature of security and conflict in the twenty first century. It further relates the military strategy derived from this analysis to the application of air power at the strategic and operational level within the contemporary conflict arena. Although Sun Tzu wrote his treatise at a time when air power was not even a dream, it contains certain universal truths about the application of all military power that transcend time and operating dimensions. The author brings forward these terse, aphoristic statements—unsurpassed in examining and understanding conflict situations, from the grand strategic to the battlefield tactical—within the contemporary military and air power scenario in a way that will be more readily understood by current practitioners of the complex art of military strategy.</p>Fri, 14 Nov 2008 14:29:20 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/30/A-Fresh-Look-at-Air-Power-Doctrine.aspx<p>Doctrine is the lifeblood of military forces and provides them with the foundation to conduct successful operations. The veracity of any doctrine is completely dependent on it being relevant to current and future operations—essentially by its very nature doctrine is dynamic. </p> <p>National security perceptions and definitions have evolved in the past few decades and now cover an enlarged envelope of imperatives and interests. As a result the military forces of nation-states have had to increase the spectrum of their capabilities to cover a spread that encompasses humanitarian assistance on the one end to high-end warfighting on the other. The military forces have achieved national objectives so far by relying very heavily on their inherent flexibility.<br />&nbsp;<br />This monograph, A Fresh Look at Air Power Doctrine, evaluates the development of military doctrine—with a detailed analysis of air power doctrine—and its relationship to national security doctrine at the grand strategic level. It argues that, in order to remain relevant, there is now a perceived need to revisit the basics of doctrine and its development process in order to refine them to reflect the contemporary realities of military operations that support international security requirements.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/28/Australian-Security-in-the-Asian-Century.aspx<p>The concept of national power is fundamental to global interaction and international relations. A nation's power base is built on a number of fundamental characteristics that evolve from the combination of a number of identifiable and inter-connected factors. The changing global security environment and shifting economic realities are slowly altering existing international power equations. The Asia-Pacific is emerging as the focal point for trade and commerce, with attendant security implications. It seems obvious that the 21st Century will be the Asian Century.</p> <p>This highly original book seeks to analyse the emerging strategic power equation in the Asia-Pacific region and provides a set of innovative ideas regarding Australia's future role in the region.</p> <p>Australian Security in the Asian Century begins with a sophisticated analysis of the global strategic environment and explores the emergence of China, India, Japan and other Asian nations as economic and military powers. It suggests how Australia could position itself in this new century to ensure its continued prosperity and growth by the optimised employment of its national power elements. The book elaborates on the role that the military, especially air power, will play in a whole-of-nation approach to security while operating within the emerging strategic security scenario, and is an indispensable companion to anyone with an interest in national security.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/27/Pathfinder-Collection-Vol-2.aspx<p>This is the second volume of the collected Pathfinder series containing issues 37-72</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/26/Pathways-to-Victory-Observations-from-the-2006-Isreal-Hezbollah-Conflict.aspx <p>The 2006 Israel-Hezbollah conflict was a turning point in the complex political and military relationship that has maintained a precarious balance in the Middle East. It exposed the weakness of a powerful conventional military force when confronted with irregular warfare conducted by an adversary who does not follow the traditional warfighting methods or subscribe to the conventional definition of victory.</p> <p>Although the conflict was essentially military in nature, it brought out a number of larger issues some of which have universal applicability-the interaction between the political and military decision makers in a democracy, the accountability of an elected government towards the people and the necessity for a nation-state to ensure its security by using all elements of national power.</p> <p>This book is an analysis of the 2006 conflict with an emphasis on the strategic issues that stem from it and draws out observations that would be of relevance to all democratic nation-states.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/25/Papers-on-Air-Power.aspx <p>This book contains papers on air power organised into four sections-Air Combat, Air Warfare Concepts, Aircraft Design and Weapon Systems. Although all the papers analyse air power issues, they are disparate in their content and cover a very large swath of air power topics.</p> <p>The Air Combat section has four papers that cover intangibles like planning for air supremacy and training. When read together the four papers give a holistic view of air combat. The Air warfare Concepts section contains a few papers on the air power lessons that could be derived from limited armed conflicts and also contains a detailed analysis of the Russian concept of <br />air warfare.</p> <p>The sections on Aircraft Design and Weapon Systems are inter-linked because both have papers on Uninhabited Aerial Vehicles, analysing their future employment and impact on warfare. The section also contains papers on fighter aircraft design-related issues as well as air defence weapon systems.</p> <p>The papers in the book are thought-provoking and deal with fundamental doctrinal and philosophical issues that have been studied since the beginning of air power theory. They have contemporary relevance to the development of air power theories and strategy.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/24/Strategic-Plan-2007-2010.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/23/Pathfinder-Collection-Vol-1.aspx <p>Here, in collected form, are the first 36 bulletins in the Pathfinder series published by the Air Power Development Centre, ranging across air power and historical subjects of contemporary interest.</p> <p>"Congratulations. One of the most outstanding things I have seen for many years, by people outside of those who are greatly endeared of Pathfinders and their outstanding Aussie Founder and Leader, was a copy of Pathfinder sent on to me a few days ago." - Allan J. Vial DFC OAM OPR[Pol] Life President, Path Finder Force Association of Australia (Queensland)</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/22/Recollections-of-the-RAAF-College-Years-1948-1960.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/21/Air-Power-Terminology.aspx<p>This book was designed originally for people who do not speak English as their first language. However, since the publication of the first edition we have become aware that it might be useful for people who do not speak 'air power'. The aim remains to provide an explanation of words that relate to the military application of air power. It is also a work that should help readers develop a deeper understanding of concepts set out in the Royal Australian Air Force's Air Power Manual - 5th Edition.</p> <p>The work is structured uniformly. It gives the Australian-English pronunciation of the term being discussed, a dictionary-style definition of the word or phrase, and an historical example of how it is used in the context of air power. An antonym for the term has been provided if one exists, and this is followed by a list of synonyms and related words. At the bottom of the section for each term there is a list of three-digit numbers. These refer to a book in the numbered bibliography at the back of this work. The cited books provide further information on both the term itself and the events discussed in the historical example.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/20/War-A-Matter-of-Principles.aspx<p>In almost every field of endeavor there are certain rules or principles laid down to guide exponents of a particular activity. Usually these rules are the result of many years of experience and observations. In war, much of what is now set down as 'principles of war' can be traced back more than 2000 years to a Chinese general, Sun Tzu. Sun Tzu wrote 13 chapters on the art of war. Since then, over the last two millennia, books, essays and theses have been written, maxims and dictums promulgated by a succession of generals and admirals - and in more recent times, by air marshals. The essential points of this mass of wisdom, of this vast experience, have been codified into a number of 'principles' and adopted by major armed Services during the 20th Century.</p> <p>Contributions from some of the world's leading thinkers and exponents of the military craft exploring military principles including morale, surprise, concentration of force, offensive action and leadership have made this an essential volume to anyone with an interest in defence studies, strategic studies, military history or politics. War: A Matter of Principles has been written by Air Marshal David Evans, a former Chief of Air Staff of the RAAF. In it he examines some of the critical issues associated with warfighting principles which are as relevant today as they were in the time of Sun Tzu.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/19/Conventional-Deterrence-and-National-Security.aspx<p>The word deterrence is frequently used when discussing national security and security strategies. The nature of deterrence, however, is poorly understood. This is particularly so in the case of conventional deterrence, (ie. deterrence based on conventional weapons), which for many years has been overshadowed by considerations of nuclear deterrence. The end of the Cold War has bought an increased emphasis on the importance of conventional deterrence for national security and a detailed understanding of the topic is therefore necessary.</p> <p>This book examines the nature of conventional deterrence from theoretical and empirical perspectives and draws conclusions on where deterrence can be applied, where it is likely to succeed or fail, and what can be done to enhance the prospects for success.</p> <p>After examining conventional deterrence in general, the findings are applied in the context of Australia's national security. In the past, consideration of deterrence in the Australian context has been limited to deterring large-scale conventional military attack. The broadening definition of national security means that a wide range of possible threats must be considered and this book addresses the relevance and likely success of deterrence in this broader context.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/18/Air-Force-Intelligence-Imperatives-Initiatives-Towards-2010.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/17/RAAF-Operational-Support-Workshop-1995.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/16/Air-Power-Presentations-1995.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/15/Air-Force-Master-Studies-List.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/14/Line-Honours---Logistics-Lessons-of-the-Gulf-War.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/13/Air-Power-Presentations-1993.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/12/Gulf-Lesson-One---The-Value-of-Air-Power-Doctrinal-Lessons-for-Australia.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/11/Air-Power-Reading-Guide.aspxMon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/351/Command-and-Control-of-Philippines-Maritime-Air-Surveillance.aspx<p>The aim of this paper is to propose a command and control system for maritime air surveillance for the Philippines.</p>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:58:06 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/470/90-Years-of-the-RAAF.aspx<div>This book is an illustrated “snapshot history” of the Royal Australian Air Force that focuses, year by year, on specific chronological events from its formation in 1921 to the present day. It captures not only the highlights and achievements of the last 90 years, but also its low points.</div><div><br /></div>Thu, 10 Nov 2011 11:50:20 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/458/Commanders-Intent-2011.aspxIt is expected that hard copies of this publication will be available around mid-August.Fri, 29 Jul 2011 12:14:45 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/451/CAF-Reading-List-2011.aspx<p style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 11.3px 0.0px; text-align: justify; line-height: 14.0px; font: 11.0px 'Warnock Pro'"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Tahoma; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 10pt; ">Following on from last year’s Chief of Air Force’s Reading List, the Air Power Development Centre has developed the 2011 list in an effort to improve the level of </span></span><em><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Tahoma; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 10pt; ">professional mastery</span></span></em><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Tahoma; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 10pt; "> of the members of the Royal Australian Air Force by providing a ready reference of books that have contributed to the history and development of air power.</span></span></p>Wed, 25 May 2011 15:18:58 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/477/To-The-Stars-RAAF-Photography-From-Interfet-Operations-in-East-Timor-to-the-Present-Day.aspx<p><em>To the Stars</em> is a collection of photographs of the Air Force 'in action' from INTERFET Operations in East Timor in 1999 to the present day (2009). This pictorial tribute has come directly from the airmen ranks of the Service, the RAAF photographers,&nbsp;and covers global operations, humanitarian operations as well as everyday activities.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>Tue, 14 Feb 2012 11:51:01 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/477/To-The-Stars-RAAF-Photography-From-Interfet-Operations-in-East-Timor-to-the-Present-Day.aspx<p><em>To the Stars</em> is a collection of photographs of the Air Force 'in action' from INTERFET Operations in East Timor in 1999 to the present day (2009). This pictorial tribute has come directly from the airmen ranks of the Service, the RAAF photographers,&nbsp;and covers global operations, humanitarian operations as well as everyday activities.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>Tue, 14 Feb 2012 11:51:01 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/413/CAF-Reading-List-2010.aspx<div>This is the first Chief of Air Force’s Reading List in the history of the Royal Australian Air Force and it is an attempt to facilitate and improve the level of professional mastery of its members by providing a ready reference of books that have contributed to the history and development of air power theory, strategy and practice.</div> <div>The CAF Reading List comprises two sections: the first section contains a number of books and papers that have been published within the last five years, with two being a little older; the last section contains a list of what is believed to be the more timeless books. The first section will be updated with new books every year while the last section will be more steadfast. &nbsp;It is likely that the second list will be increased as time goes by.&nbsp;</div> <div>This year’s list has a certain orientation towards the subject of irregular warfare and air power’s role in contributing to it. &nbsp;The RAAF has been engaged in the MEAO since 2003 in an irregular conflict, after a short conventional campaign, and this is the conflict of our immediate future. &nbsp;As such, RAAF members must endeavour to understand what air power can and cannot do in such conflicts so that we may participate even more effectively in the joint team so as to achieve Australia’s military objectives.&nbsp;</div>Fri, 19 Mar 2010 14:17:24 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/389/This-is-Your-Air-Force.aspxFri, 29 May 2009 13:41:22 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/372/An-Air-Force-of-Influence-A-Strategic-Framework-for-the-Future-Air-Force.aspx<span style="font-style: italic;">An Air Force of Influence: A Strategic Framework for the Future Air Force</span> enunciates the Royal Australian Air Force’s preferences around strategy and education within its re-shape and re-engineering processes as it moves forward in the 21st Century. It is a statement of Air Force’s intent to fashion itself into a force of influence disproportionately greater than its physical size — a strategic force. It describes Air Force’s cultural, organisational and educational imperatives and preferences from a strategic perspective as a consequence of changes in Air Force’s circumstances. These changes include; the way government has chosen to employ the military in a broader range of situations in the pursuit of national interests, and recent shifts in the global and regional security environments. In additon, Air Force has chosen to more actively direct its future and effectively shape and influence its environment, both within Defence and externally amongst other agencies, departments and the international community.Tue, 02 Dec 2008 08:11:14 GMThttp://airpower.airforce.gov.au/publications/Details/385/Commanders-Intent.aspxThu, 14 May 2009 11:59:52 GMT