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Unmanned Air Mobility for the Australian Defence Force: Future Platforms, Partnerships and Challenges

Unmanned air mobility is a new concept for the Australian Defence Force. The rapid development of enhanced opportunities for air mobility in the joint force will be critical for supporting Australia's National Interests.

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Matt Hetherington

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Stand Alone Publication / Monograph

21 Apr 2020

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Directed Energy Weapons

The militarisation of high-energy Directed Energy Weapons (DEW) might be regarded as a game-changer for defending against high-speed missiles, remo

Mentoring The Next Generation Of Strategic Thinkers

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.

Airbases: Now. Then. Always. (Part 1)

Airbases do not feature significantly in the history of air power unless they are denied.

By

David (Doc) Millar

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Warrant Officer Dan Hickey, CSC

Warrant Officer Dan Hickey enlisted in the Royal Australian Air Force in 2002 as an Air Surveillance Operator (ASOP). Completing an initial posting at No. 3 Control and Reporting Unit (3CRU) at RAAF Williamtown, before posting to No. 1 Radar Surveillance Unit (1RSU) at RAAF Edinburgh in 2003. He was employed in various operational posit...