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A Second Generation Force: The RAAF’s Transition from the Avon Sabre to the Mirage IIIO

The arrival of the RAAF’s first F-35A will see a generational shift in Australia’s air combat capability. But this is not the first time...

Sep 10, 20174 min read

On Target: Fourth to Fifth Generation: Enter the F-35A Lightning II

Like the two previous fighter transitions, each with their unique characteristics and challenges, the introduction of the F-35A will pose so

Aug 31, 20174 min read

A new attitude towards electronic warfare — Travis Hallen

On Wednesday 23 August, the Williams Foundation hosted a seminar exploring A New Approach and Attitude to Electronic Warfare in...

Aug 27, 20177 min read

Conference: A New Approach, and Attitude, to Electronic Warfare In Australia

This Seminar seeks to build a common understanding of how the EA-18G Growler, in particular, will impact the Australian Defence Force at the

Aug 23, 20171 min read

A Central Blue debrief with Air Marshal Leo Davies, AO, CSC – Chief of Air Force

We are privileged and excited to introduce our first Central Blue debrief with the Chief of Air Force (CAF), Air Marshal Leo Davies, AO,...

Aug 20, 20175 min read

On Target: Meteor versus MiG: Challenging the Myth

Dr Alan Stephens - There is no question that most air combat pilots would prefer the MiG-15 to the Meteor. But the belief that the MiG-15 “

Jul 31, 20174 min read

The Australian Defence Force’s collaborative future is bright — David Caligari

In this post, our first serving Australian Army contributor — Captain David Caligari — argues collaboration across the Australian Defence...

Jul 30, 20174 min read

Learning from Exercise BROLGA STRIKE — Emily Chapman

Military exercises provide an opportunity to observe how Defence doctrine is put into action in the field. Here, Flight Lieutenant Emily...

Jul 23, 20176 min read

An ISR Force by Design — Paul Hay

This week saw the Australian Defence Force (ADF) undertake its largest amphibious landing since the Second World War as part of its...

Jul 16, 20176 min read

Joint PME: A Response to Emily Chapman — Editorial

In her post on joint professional development, Emily Chapman made a powerful argument for closer collaboration between single service...

Jul 2, 20173 min read

On Target: The F-111C: A Technological Leap for the RAAF

Brian Weston - ...it was not surprising Australia sought to augment its combat power with a long-range strike capability, with the English E

Jun 30, 20174 min read

The Internet of ISR — Paul Hay

If we are already swimming in sensors and drowning in data, what can we do to get our heads above water? Wing Commander Paul Hay argues...

Jun 18, 20174 min read

Is the Air Force building a cadre of Operator-Intellectuals? — Jason Begley

In this post Wing Commander Jason Begley asks whether the Air Force is fostering the Operator-Intellectuals it needs to meet the...

Jun 14, 20175 min read

Exploiting Latent Capacity: The Vignettes — Squadron Leader Jimmy

In the final of his three-post series exploring the potential utility of podded capabilities for the Royal Australian Air Force, Squadron...

Jun 11, 20175 min read

Has air power reached its zenith? — Sanu Kainikara

In its first century, air power established itself as an indispensable component of any effective military force. In this post, Dr. Sanu...

Jun 7, 20175 min read

Exploiting Latent Capacity: TacRecce, SAR and GMTI — Squadron Leader Jimmy

‘Podded’ capabilities have the potential to significantly increase the flexibility of Air Force assets across a range of traditional and...

Jun 4, 20174 min read

On Target: A Fast Caravan Indeed: The Mirage goes to Butterworth

Brian Weston - In October 1958 and February 1959, Nos 3 and 77 Squadrons ferried their Sabre fighters to Malaya to join No 2 Squadron’s Canb

May 31, 20173 min read

Exploiting Latent Capacity: The Potential of ISR and Multi-Mission Augmentation Pods