The decision means Army will have a fleet of 12 this year, as part of a wider announcement that sees Lockheed Martin awarded a $340 million sustainment contract for the aircraft.
The 3.2-megawatt system solar farm, operated and maintained by Assure Energy, is expected to deliver up to 40 per cent of the Australian Defence Force base’s energy requirements.
Under the contract, announced on 29 January and subject to Australian government export approval, EOS will supply its Slinger counter-drone system for integration on lightweight 4×4 platforms produced by Diehl Defence.
Concerns have been raised about low-altitude, low-visibility equipment utilised by the Australian Defence Force’s now-scrapped MRH-90 Taipan helicopter fleet. Several alleged technical issues involving the MRH-90 Taipan helicopters were inquired about …
Approximately $16 million will be invested in RAAF Base Townsville for refurbishments to Hangar 75, which houses critical air capabilities, according to a federal government statement published on 23 January.
Minister Conroy, speaking on ABC Radio on Thursday, said a global search undertaken by MRH-90 Taipan contractor NATO Helicopter Industries to find buyers for the beleaguered fleet uncovered “zero interest”, before hitting back at public scrutiny over t…
The Royal Australian Air Force is sending six F-35A Lightning II aircraft, a tactical command and control team as well as 150 RAAF aviators to Nellis Air Force Base in Nevada, for the distinguished air combat training contest in the USA from January 15…
The $4 million investment will support Royal Australian Air Force’s F/A-18F Super Hornet and EA-18G Growler fleets currently stationed at Amberley, with upgrades to an external fuel tank workshop, communications support works, electrical repairs, and m…
