Simulator stimulates
HORNET simulator training has taken a step into the 21st century, with the commissioning into service of the first of three new simulators at RAAF Base Williamtown.

Behind the desk
By Warrant Officer of the Air Force WOFF-AF Ray Woolnough

Unsung heroes back from Dili
SEVEN Air Force personnel from 44WG may be quietly proud that between May 26 and August 12 they were responsible for the safe passage at Dili airport of 6,484 air traffic movements.

Records tumble for 1ATS
HANDLING almost 800,000kg of cargo in just two weeks has allowed six members of 1ATS to set a new record while working at Dili airport.

AP-3Cs are resolute
AIR Force’s AP-3C Orion crews continue to play an important role in protecting Australian waters as part of Operation Resolute.

IR changes
CAF AIRMSHL Geoff Shepherd has simplified the management of individual readiness (IR), force preparation and annual training requirements.

Brand Matters
This week, AIR FORCE News continues to look at branding and history issues and how they affect you. This week we look at the roundel.

Get behind Frontline
Important message from DCAF, AVM John Blackburn
Frontline is a Commonwealth authority that supports Army and Air Force with canteen and tavern services on bases and on certain operations and exercises. These services are important to the morale and welfare of our personnel and, in some locations like Tindal, also support Air Force families.

Accentuate the positive
THE MOST recent Defence Attitude Survey (DAS) indicates that Air Force personnel surveyed are consistently satisfied with the military way of life.

Double knot
WHEN CPL David Toms returned home to his wife and children after a tour of duty in Iraq he was looking forward to being best man at his stepson’s wedding. However, David received the surprise of his life as he waited by his stepson’s side on Townsville’s Picnic Bay headland on July 9 — he was the groom.

Winners are grinners
ONE Air Force Dental Assistant is smiling more than others, the first field recipient of the Health Services Wing (HSW) OC’s coin.

Be aware of health care
The provision of health support to Reserve members is important. GPCAPT James Ross gives you the latest updates.

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