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A Royal Australian Air Force F-35A Lightning ll departs from RAAF Base Tindal during Exercise Diamond Storm 2022. Photo: Leading Aircraftman Samuel Miller
24 Jun 2022
Air Force
News

Lightning strikes friend and foe in Storm

The ‘enemy’ enjoyed an advantage on Exercise Diamond Storm 22, flying the F-35A Lightning II.

Capability & technology
Royal Australian Air Force technician Corporal Daniel Dunn runs a practical exercise during an explosive ordnance detonation course with Royal Solomon Island Police Force members in Honiara, Solomon Islands. Photo: Corporal Julia Whitwell
23 Jun 2022
Air Force
News

ADF helps clear explosive legacy of WW2 battle

Almost 80 years after the WW2 Battle of Guadalcanal, the legacy of the six-month conflict continues to claim casualties in Solomon Islands.

Alliances & relationships
Aircraftman Samuel Forsberg from No. 3 Control and Reporting Unit, checks the AN/TPS-77 Tactical Air Defence Radar System antennas at Timber Creek during Exercise Diamond Storm 2022. Photo: Leading Aircraftman Samuel Miiller
22 Jun 2022
Air Force
News

Control and reporting units complete the picture

In the complex and congested battlespaces of Exercise Diamond Storm 22, aircrew rely on tactical command and control units to provide additional…

Capability & technology
Mr Max Johnson with some of the many components from the Martin Baker Mk1E seat for Meteor A77-851 (aka ‘Halestorm’). Photo: Leading Aircraftman Stewart Gould
22 Jun 2022
Air Force
News

Volunteers bring new life to historical aircraft

Mr Max Johnson is just one of many volunteers who donate their spare time and a lifetime’s worth of valuable skills to restoring aircraft.

Commemoration & history
An adhesive inspired by marine molluscs was one of the promising joining innovations that has emerged from a competition.
22 Jun 2022
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

New glue coming out of shell

An adhesive inspired by marine molluscs was one of the innovations that emerged from a joint competition.

Capability & technology
Vice Chief of the Defence Force Vice Admiral David Johnston, centre, presents award to Major General Kathryn Toohey, left, and Deputy Director Defence Lessons Wing Commander Alan Hunter. Photo: Jay Cronan
22 Jun 2022
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

ADF COVID-19 Task Force recognised

The ADF COVID-19 Task Force received an award from the Australasian Fire and Emergency Service Authorities Council

People & service
ADF Arts for Recovery, Resilience, Teamwork and Skills program participants at the showcase night at the University of Canberra. (This image has been digitally altered for privacy reasons) Photo: Leading Aircraftwoman Jacqueline Forrester
22 Jun 2022
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Healing through art

The participants in the ADF Arts for Recovery, Resilience, Teamwork and Skills program have put on an impressive showcase.

People & service
The RAAF's newest F-35A Lightning II aircraft arrive at RAAF Base Williamtown. Photo: Corporal Craig Barrett
21 Jun 2022
Air Force
News

F-35A capability bolstered with new arrivals

The Royal Australian Air Force’s fleet of F-35A Lightning II aircraft continues to increase, with two more aircraft arriving in May.

Capability & technology
Chaplain Franc Ahlin participates in a church service for National Prayer Day at the Seymour Baptist church on June 4. Photo: Private Andrew Norman
21 Jun 2022
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Prayer day focuses on people in uniform

A number of prayer sessions were held on the National Day of Prayer to show support for members in uniform.

People & service
An Australian Army Boxer combat reconnaissance vehicle from 2nd/14th Light Horse Regiment is transported on one of HMAS Adelaide's landing craft during Exercise Sea Explorer 2022. Photo: Corporal Cameron Pegg
20 Jun 2022
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Amphibious capabilities enhanced

Exercise Sea Explorer was held in North Queensland with 1400 ADF personnel taking part.

Capability & technology
The water tank mural at RAAF Base Wagga’s aviation heritage precinct. Photo: Leading Aircraftman Adam Abela
20 Jun 2022
Air Force
News

Revamped aviation heritage precinct opened

RAAF Base Wagga’s aviation heritage precinct officially reopened on June 8 following extensive redevelopments.

People & service
Royal Australian Air Force Officer Wing Commander Andrew Harrigan speaks to guests during the Sir Ross Smith commemorative service held at St Peter's Cathedral in Adelaide. Photo: Sergeant Murray Staff
20 Jun 2022
Air Force
News

Distinguished military aviator honoured

Sir Ross Macpherson Smith was honoured at a commemorative service in Adelaide marking the 100th anniversary of his funeral.

Commemoration & history
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