Aerospace
Overview
Components design and manufacturing, production, systems integration, system overhaul and repair.
The Australian aerospace industry is an innovative and competitive supplier to the global aircraft component and maintenance markets. Australia is a participant in the leading-edge, multi-national Joint Strike Fighter program. Australian industry already services world markets in areas such as airframes; autonomic logistics; electronic warfare self-protection and mission systems; as well as platforms and propulsion systems. Australia is now the sole operator of the F-111 Fighter-Bomber and has developed world-leading capabilities to maintain and enhance the offensive capabilities of this unique strike aircraft. Australia is also a world leader in safe and reliable aircraft life extensions, including complete platform and systems renewal of P3 Orion maritime patrol aircraft for the Royal Australian Air Force and the forces of other nations.
Australia's aerospace industry has strong capabilities in:
- system and software design
- engineering system integration
- composite material manufacturing
- air frames design and manufacture
- specialty nickel and cobalt alloys for engines and airframes
- aircraft maintenance services
- research and development and
- aircrew training for both civil and defence applications.
Major international Original Equipment Manufacturers are strongly represented in the sector, working alongside vibrant and cutting edge Australian small to medium enterprises. Together they have developed innovative airborne radar systems, opto-electronics, target training, simulation and pilot training techniques.