Image Gallery: March 2008
Defence on show at Formula One Grand Prix
17 March 2008
High-flying assets of the Australian Defence Force were showcased alongside the annual Formula One Grand Prix in Melbourne.
Defence Force Recruiting staff were on hand to distribute information and answer questions, while spectators tested out their skills on the many simulated computer programs.
The Navy's new Augusta A109E drew many interested onlookers, while the RAAF's popular Roulettes and F/A-18 Hornet turned the attention from the track to the sky.
| 20080315ADF8156022_1095 In perfect formation, the Roulettes perform above the Australian Grand Prix circuit. (Date taken: 16 March 2008) Low-Res | Hi-Res |
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| 20080315ADF8156022_1114 The Roulettes' mirror formation thrills the crowd at the Grand Prix. (Date taken: 16 March 2008) Low-Res | Hi-Res |
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| 20080315ADF8156022_1214 The Number 2 Operational Conversion Unit F/A-18 Hornet takes the chequered flag at the Australian Formula One Grand Prix. (Date taken: 16 March 2008) Low-Res | Hi-Res |
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| 20080315ADF8156022_1219 Augusta A109E helicopter pilot Lieutenant Han Yu and Squirrel pilot Lieutenant Kate Munari are interviewed at the Grand Prix autograph stage by Master of Ceremonies, Leith Mulligan. (Date taken: 16 March 2008) Low-Res | Hi-Res |
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| 20080316ADF8156022_1263 F/A-18 Hornet pilots, Flight Lieutenant Peter Weekes tells the public what it's like while master of ceremonies Leith Mulligan (left) introduces him. Solo display pilot, Flight Lieutenant Aaron Ward (right) talks to a young fan after signing autographs. (Date taken: 16 March 2008) Low-Res | Hi-Res |
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| 20080316ADF8156022_1276 Sub Lieutenant Sid Raper of the Navy's 723 Squadron explains an Augusta A109E helicopter to Grand Prix visitors. (Date taken: 16 March 2008) Low-Res | Hi-Res |
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