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The ADF and the Australian Space Enterprise
Dr Robbin Laird 2 January 2022 At the December 1, 2021, Williams Foundation seminar on shaping a way ahead for the Australian space...
Jan 2, 202212 min read
Shaping an Australian Space Industrial Eco-System for Defence and Security
Dr Robbin Laird 2 January 2022 Sovereign Australian space requires an Australian industrial space eco-system to be shaped and enhanced....
Jan 2, 20227 min read
Sovereignty and the Australian Space Effort
Dr Robbin Laird 31 December 2021 Sovereignty is a tricky term, notably when it comes to global economies and to allied based national...
Dec 31, 20217 min read
Shaping a Way Ahead for the Australian Space Enterprise
Dr Robbin Laird 30 December 2021 Recently, the Williams Foundation held its latest bi-annual seminar, this one focused on the way ahead...
Dec 30, 20217 min read
A Look Back at the Australian Space Effort
Dr Robbin Laird 30 December 2021 At the recent Williams Foundation seminar focused on Australian space held on December 1, 2021, the...
Dec 30, 20216 min read
2021: A Central Blue year review
As 2021 draws to a close, it seems a perfect time for TCB editors to reflect upon another big year. This year's focus on autonomous...
Dec 23, 20213 min read
Bringing the Thunder – All Domain Command & Control in the Next Fight
Since WW2, effective airpower integration into land forces has been a recurring theme. But as Western air superiority faces a new era of...
Dec 12, 20216 min read
Logistics in War: Enablers to Aviators
In this multi-faceted #AirForce2121 piece, SQNLDR Kylie Melville reflects on what logistics will look like over the next 100 years....
Dec 5, 20218 min read
Meet the new The Central Blue Editorial Interns!
The Central Blue recently sought expressions of interest from passionate and dedicated Junior Officers, Enlisted and Australian Public...
Dec 4, 20212 min read
Commentary on Likely Increase in JSF Engine Costs to Increase - Part 2
Air power discourse is The Central Blue’s core focus. In this two-part series, Gary Waters provides an in depth commentary on likely...
Dec 2, 20216 min read
Conference: The Requirements of a Sovereign Defence Space Capability - Program and Presentations
The Requirements of a Sovereign Defence Space Capability National Gallery of Australia 1 December 2021 Final Report Dr Robbin Laird...
Dec 1, 20213 min read
Commentary on Likely Increase in JSF Engine Costs to Increase - Part 1
Air power discourse is The Central Blue’s core focus. In this two-part series, Gary Waters provides an in depth commentary on likely...
Nov 28, 20214 min read
Call for Submissions: #FutureChiefs
With senior leadership movements on the horizon within Air Force, we’re turning our attention to thinking about the role of its primary...
Nov 21, 20211 min read
2021 Announcement: The Dr Alan Stephens Air Power Literary Prize winner
In 2021, the Royal Australian Air Force celebrated 100 years of service - a monumental achievement celebrated all around Australia. The...
Nov 21, 20212 min read
Australia’s ‘Loyal Wingman’ Disrupts Designs for Aircraft and Air Missions with Autonomy and AI
The first test flight of the ‘Loyal Wingman’ marks an important step for Australia’s first designed and built military aircraft in over...
Nov 7, 20217 min read
The Australian Submarine Decision: Challenges and Next Steps
Dr Robbin Laird 26 October 2021 The decision by the Morrison Administration to shift from a conventional submarine to a nuclear submarine...
Oct 26, 20216 min read
What will the RAAF look like in 2121?
The 20th century saw some of the greatest and fastest technological advancements. With ever quickening advances, what wonders will the...
Oct 24, 20215 min read
The Case for a Universal Multi-Domain Shipping Container
Logistics is the backbone to any operation for every Service where fast, efficient transport is vital to success. Logistic Officer...
Oct 17, 20215 min read
Automation: A Blind Reliance?
Automation is finding its way into more aspects of Air Force technologies. These processes are able to significantly speed up manual...
Oct 10, 20215 min read
What is a MQ-9 Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems Sensor Operator?
The Royal Australian Air Force, under Project AIR 7003 Phase 1, is looking to gain a competitive advantage within the region with its...
Oct 3, 20214 min read
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