MISSION
The role and mission of the unit is to provide Ground Based Air Defence (GBAD) in support of Australian Defence Force (ADF) operations.
ROLE
The unit carries out this role as part of the ADF Air Defence System (ADFADS). Within this context, Air Defence is all measures designed to nullify or reduce the effectiveness of hostile air action. The ADFADS is joint in nature and consists of an integration of assets such as aircraft, ground or ship based Air Defence (AD) weapons, and surveillance and target acquisition devices.
Ground Based Air Defence is an integral and essential component of the ADFAS and comprises the land-based weapons that are used in Air Defence. Ground Based Air Defence can operate independently or in conjunction with other Air Defence platforms. The GBAD elements of the Australian Defence Force are provided by Army and is only contained within the 16th Air Defence Regiment.
TASKS
In providing GBAD, 16 AD Regt may be required to perform a variety of tasks that include; area defence, point defence, route defence and airfield defence. In addition, the RBS-70 weapon system can provide mobile defence and an air ambush capability.
Contact Us
ADDRESS
16th Air Defence Regiment
Woodside Barracks
WOODSIDE SA 5244
TELEPHONE
Recruiting: (0418) 687 892
Guard Room: (08) 8389 0215
Orderly Room: (08) 8389 0212
Chaplain: (08) 8389 0344
Facsimile: (08) 8389 7040
EMAIL:
16AD Recruiting Officer
Regimental Duty Officer
Internet Links
Army Web Site
Family Support
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Veterans Affairs
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Associations
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Info + Events
NEW LOOK WEBSITE
Welcome to the new look 16th Air Defence Regiment Internet Site.
This has been updated to provide a more user friendly and convenient interface, in addition to providing an array of information and relevant links to support the families and friends of the 16th Air Defence Regiment.
Be aware that this site is still under development, however if you do see anything untoward, or additionally, if you feel there is something you would like to see on this site, please contact the Content Manager
for review.
PINK RIBBON DAY
16AD Regt raised $20,800 in support of the National Breast Cancer Foundation, to celebrate the achievements of breast cancer research. Thankyou to all who helped support this cause.
16AD now has a Facebook community group for past and present members, families and friends. Simply click on the following link 16th Air Defence Regiment
to join and find old friends, post comments or find out more about what is currently happening.
Army Ethos
The ethos of the Army is that of the soldier serving the nation: mentally and physically tough, and with the courage to win. We fight as part of a team, and are inspired by the ANZAC tradition of fairness and loyalty to our mates. We are respected for our professionalism, integrity, esprit de corps and initiative.
