This first wet contact using the advanced new-generation pods demonstrates that the refuelling
system is well integrated into the airframe.

MRTT completes wet contacts

Airbus Military's A330 Multi Role Tanker Transport has performed wet contacts using the Cobham 905E hose and drogue refuelling pods.

The eight modified King Air 350 aircraft will provide a gap capability between the retirement of the Caribou and its eventual replacement under Project Air 8000.

Hawker Pacific signs King Air contract with DMO

Hawker Pacific has signed a lease and support contract to supply and support King Air 350 interim ADF light transport aircraft.
Defence will conduct annual reviews of its ICT Strategy to maintain the relationship between
strategic objectives and the provision of enabling ICT capabilities.

Defence's 2009 ICT Strategy launched at MilCIS

Defence's Chief Information Officer, Greg Farr, launched the 2009 Defence ICT Strategy at the MilCIS Conference in Canberra.
The Counter Measures Dispenser System responds to threats by releasing chaff and flares to decoy incoming missiles away from the aircraft.

Wedgetail countermeasures tests complete

Boeing has completed tests of the Counter Measures Dispenser System for Project Wedgetail, in a step towards EWSP verification.
The operational performance of the Defender FFR is further
enhanced by the standardisation of a heavy-duty 3,500kg chassis, providing improved payload capability.

Land Rover strengthens military vehicle range

Land Rover is strengthening its range of specialised defence vehicles with the introduction of a new version of its Defender Fitted for Radio model.
Under the contract, BAE Systems’ Joint Business Unit will provide operational maintenance at Oakey and East Sale airfields.

BAE wins ADF air traffic control contract

BAE Systems has been selected to provide a range of Air Traffic Control operational maintenance services to the ADF.

Defence Skilling Summit 2009
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