ACTS OF MERCY
WHEN Squadron Leader Greg Wilson switched on his television on the morning of Sunday, October 13, and saw the images of the destruction in Bali, he knew it would only be a matter of time before he was called into work.

Prompt response
THE Air Force spearheaded the ADF’s efforts to assist the victims of the Bali terrorist attack.

Sign of respect
ACW Sonja Inderwisch and SGT Ken Kurtz with one of three signs placed at the entrances to RAAF Base Edinburgh during the base’s open day last Sunday.

‘Full-on’ efforts earn plaudits
PERSONNEL from No. 86 Wing RAAF Base Richmond operated “above and beyond” their normal peacetime commitments providing support to the recent tragedy in Bali.

Chaplains help those struggling with grief
TWO Air Force Chaplains have helped provide care and inspiration amid the horror of the recent tragedy in Bali.

We must remain vigilant
IN THE wake of the Bali bombing, Chief of Defence Force General Peter Cosgrove has stressed to the ADF the importance of remaining vigilant when it comes to security.

Pilot flies in for a pleasant surprise
Flight Lieutenant Matt McCormack knew that his mission was a significant one as he took his final flight with No. 3 Squadron at RAAF Base Williamtown before heading to Canada on an exchange posting.

AP-3Cs increase ADF’s capability
THE world’s best maritime patrol aircraft, the AP-3C Orion, will operate from RAAF Base Edinburgh in South Australia after the Air Force formally accepted the aircraft from contractor L-3 Communications Integrated Systems (L-3).

New policy allows exchange of clothing
FROM January 1 all Permanent Air Force personnel entitled to wear Combined Working Dress will be able to exchange one set each year when the uniforms become unserviceable.

Revamped memorial set to be unveiled
PORTRAYING a visual history of the Air Force may seem a daunting task for anyone, but a Canberra-based artist has risen to the challenge.

Trio bears load with distinction
MONTHS of intensive training has paid dividends for three RAAF Base Richmond personnel, with the trio recently graduating from the base’s C-130J Loadmaster Course.

First steps to a career
MARCHING around RAAF Base Edinburgh under the watchful eye of a military service instructor may not be everyone’s idea of a memorable and enjoyable experience.

Tribute to airman
A flypast has been conducted over Adelaide’s Centennial Park Cemetery as a tribute to highly-regarded RAAF Base Edinburgh Corporal Sandy Tait.

Cadet’s new WOD
HEADQUARTERS Australian Air Force Cadets recently welcomed their new Warrant Officer Disciplinary, Ross Chavasse CSM.

Tiger marks 60 years
IF you want to grab this tiger by the tail you will have to be able to travel at Mach speed.

Vicki’s sole member of this band
Vicki Hallett became the first woman SNCO in the history of the musician mustering when she was promoted to Sergeant less than a month after RAAF Central Band celebrated its 50th anniversary.

A new era opens at Townsville
A FRESH era for Australian Defence Force capability in North Queensland was ushered in earlier this month when Stage One of the RAAF Base Townsville redevelopment project was officially opened.

JSF project’s advantages
THE Government’s decision to participate in the Systems Development and Demonstration phase of the Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) Project was a good example of its new approach to Defence acquisitions, Defence Minister Robert Hill has told the National Press Club.

Upgrade on target
The Standard Defence Supply System Upgrade Project (SDSSUP) is on track for progressive rollout to users in March-June 2003.

After much study, Craig knows a lot about fatigue
FOR many students handing in an undergraduate thesis is a challenge in itself, let alone presenting it to a conference of experts.

A fit topic of conversation
STUDENTS at the ADF School of Language and staff from the Defence Attache Office are shown before undertaking a 2.4km run around the Forbidden City in Beijing as part of a Basic Fitness Assessment.

Unit’s proud record
In the face of change over their future roles, members of No. 21 Squadron at RAAF Base Williams, celebrated the unit’s 67th Annual Presentation Parade and Dining-In night on October 5.

DRES-AF to review cases
A Federal Magistrate recently found that a decision by the Medical Classification Review Board to make a member Medically Unfit for Further Service (MUFS) was discriminatory because, although not deployable due to his condition, he was deemed to be employable in his normal duties.

High-flier in the world of aviation
When Randall Green joined No. 1 Flying Training Course in the late 1940s, he probably could not have foreseen that he would end up test flying more than 100 military and civil aircraft, let alone setting up the Singaporean Air Force.

Of war and peace
AN Air Force veteran who spent two years as a Prisoner of War during the Korean War has been awarded a commemorative medallion and certificate as an Ambassador for Peace.
Air Commodore John Quaife, Commander Air Combat Group, presented the award to Ron Guthrie on behalf of the Korean Veterans’ Association at RAAF Base Williamtown on October 14.

Piano playing key to pilot’s success
A WORLD War 2 veteran who credits his success as a pilot to playing the piano recently paid a visit to aircrew at No. 10 Squadron, RAAF Base Edinburgh.

This is no island of pleasure
It’s 0730hrs on a bleak morning. Nervous anticipation permeates the room as the pilots deliver the brief.

Cadet instructors go back to basics
THE fresh-faced Air Force Cadets who come together during the school holidays to participate in a series of technical trade courses at RAAF Base Wagga couldn’t be in safer hands.

Top shots wanted
THE search is on for Defence’s best amateur photographers with the launch of the inuagural ADF Amateur Photography Competition.

Joint celebrations
THE team at Joint Logistic Unit – South (JLU-S) is celebrating after achieving International Organisation for Standardisation accreditation after three years of effort.

Puppy love takes hold at Amberley
WHEN the latest litter of pups (Echo litter) from RAAF Base Amberley’s puppy breeding program produced nine dogs it left staff at the base in a quandary – what to name each animal?