Pathfinder Collection Volume 4
Since June 2004 the Air Power Development Centre has published the fortnightly Pathfinder bulletins, ranging across air power and historical subjec
Air and Space Power Conference 2024 Transcript: National Mobilisation: Perspectives on the Ukraine Conflict by General James B.
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Air and Space Power Conference 2024 Transcript: Keynote Address by Air Chief Marshal Lord Peach KG, GBE, KCB, DLLive Transcripts from the Air and S
Air and Space Power Conference 2024 Transcript Always Operating Organisational, Structural, and Cultural Elements by Lieutenant General Greg Bilton
Welcome back on the rollercoaster!
This publication was initially published as part of the Drew Papers series by Air University Press, Alabam US.
Space Command should make deliberate decisions on its organisational design by working through each element that will enable the Executive to bypass the constraints of traditional Services. a true representation of Space Command’s successful establishment will be observed when it is considered as part of Australia’s national power and used as such by the Government.
When I was younger, I was very black and white in my thinking. Many would argue that I still am! Although I am finding the beauty in shades of grey (don’t say it!). Yet despite trying to grow my empathy and to appreciate the differences of thoughts for the constructive challenges and opportunity for growth – I still fall into the trap of comfort. I don’t always want to deal with people whose views I find offensive, idiotic, or more often than not – both. So despite being aware of the echo chamber phenomena, and its dangers, I wilfully stay with my chamber to learn and hear voices I already agree with, already support, and think very similar to myself. Is that so wrong?
Education is highly valued in the Air Force, with the acquisition of highly specialised skills and expertise being an integral component of one's career progression. Training comes in various forms, including mandatory, specialist, on-the-job, and professional military education. In addition to these forms of training, members of the Air Force have access to opportunities for scholarship, where they can apply for graduate programs at Masters and PhD level through civilian universities. These programs afford individuals the chance to focus on a particular "problem" for Defence, dedicating an extended period of time to research and scholarship.