The C-17A Globemaster III provides the Air Force with an unprecedented capacity for strategic airlift. It allows Australia to rapidly deploy troops, supplies, combat vehicles, heavy equipment and helicopters anywhere in the world. Based at RAAF Base Amberley, all eight C-17As are operated by No. 36…

The C-130J Hercules is a medium-sized tactical air-lifter which can deliver cargo to airfields with short unsurfaced runways, and airdrop cargo and paratroops by parachute and is an important air link for Australian Defence Force personnel overseas. The C-130J fleet consists of 12 aircraft and one…

The project is delivering Combat Radios and ancillary equipment as an upgrade to Land Force. A mature support system for the new generation Combat and Tactical Data Radios will also be established. Content is current as at April 2023.

The product manages the acquisition and sustainment of deployable data and voice communications equipment used by the three services for battlespace command and control. Content is current as at April 2023.

The project provides Army with a Battle Management System and an integrated Tactical Communications Network to transform command and control of Land Forces into a modern networked system. The project is the heart of Australia’s Army military digital evolution and comprises of two major sub systems…

The Battle Management System provides a near real time information flow to tactical commanders in the field and to HQ elements. This project acquires and sustains digital command and control support systems that enhance combat power through the Battle Management system. The Battle Management system…

The LAND 75 Phase 3.4 Battlefield Command Support System (BCSS) project will provide a digital command and control support system to enhance combat capability of the Australian Army through supporting timely and quality decision-making in the land tactical environment. The BCSS project will also…

The B300 aircrew training capability consists of 11 Beechcraft King Air aircraft, a Pro Line 21 Simulator and associated training systems. The primary role of this platform is to provide training to Air Force Mission Aircrew including Weapon System Officers and Air Mobility Officers. The secondary…

The Australian Defence Organisation Commercial Vehicles Fleet comprises approximately 6,000 Defence-owned vehicles and trailers. The fleet includes vehicles ranging from all-terrain vehicles, passenger vehicles to heavy rigid trucks, prime movers, touring coaches and aviation refuelling vehicles.…

The Armed Reconnaissance Helicopter (ARH) Tiger has been in service with the Australian Army since 2004. All 22 Tiger armed reconnaissance helicopters are now in-service in the final mature configuration.  The ARH Tiger is a two-seat attack helicopter that performs a wide range of missions. It…

LAND 4503 Phase 1 Armed Reconnaissance Helicopter Replacement will acquire 29 AH-64E Apache helicopters to replace the ARH Tiger. The aircraft and supporting systems are being acquired through Foreign Military Sales arrangements with the United States Government. This includes: ground support…

The support objective is to maintain the materiel capability of the Anzac Class Frigates through the provision of materiel support and ongoing maintenance of the ships and associated equipment, systems and operator training facilities. During 2014-15, the focus will be on support to maintain the…

SEA 1448 Phase 4B is replacing the SPS-49(V)8 Air Search Radar on the 8 Anzac class frigates with a modern phased array radar. This project showcases Australian design and integration capability with the new Phased Array Radar technology designed by CEA Technologies in Canberra in conjunction with…

AIR5077 Phase 5A is an approved project intended to assure the E-7A Wedgetail’s near term ongoing capability requirements by fitting mandatory military and civil compliance upgrades. Key systems being upgraded include: Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) transponder and interrogator Cryptographic…

The Airborne Early Warning & Control (AEWC) "Wedgetail" aircraft gathers information from a wide variety of sources, analyses it, and distributes it to all friendly air and surface assets. AEWC weapon system comprises 6 aircraft and ground based systems. The Airborne Early Warning and Control…

The Air Battlespace Management systems provide command and control functions delivering air defence in the interest of Australia’s national security. The Air Battlespace Management product is currently undergoing a significant mid-life refresh. It is system-of-systems consisting of deployable…

Aeronautical Life Support Logistics Management Unit (ALSLMU) provides logistics management of common fit Aeronautical Life Support Equipment (ALSE), which encompasses: Helmets and Oxygen Masks Inflatable Life rafts and Vests Load Carriage and Restraint Harnesses Flares, Radios and Signalling…

Project AIR5349 Phase 6 was initiated to support the next series of major Royal Australian Air Force EA-18G Growler upgrades and associated fundamental inputs to capability elements, required to ensure Airborne Electronic Attack Capability remains effective through to the planned withdrawal date.…

The Australian Defence Force (ADF) Clothing comprises over 16,000 line items of uniform, footwear and other items supplied by the textile, clothing and footwear industry. The ADF clothing capability is delivered by the Clothing Systems Program Office in the Defence Capability Acquisition and…

Air Force Corporal Tara Best is enjoying the life experiences and further education she is getting through the ADF.

Purpose, mateship and opportunities beyond imagination in a technical career with Defence.

Senior career adviser at ADF Careers, Captain Zoe Monck explains the benefits of a Defence lifestyle.

Warrant Officer Matthew Budd says Defence has given him adventure, growth and a future – both personal and professional.

Change maker contributes to something bigger than self over 47-year career in the Air Force.

Army petroleum operators strengthen their fuel distribution capability during a multinational exercise.

Defence hosts the Innovation and Asymmetry Wargame to explore how new tech might shape future military operations.

Giving back to Defence families and spouses through the skill-and-wellbeing-focused program, Cowork Coplay.

Defence signs a new pathology services contract to improve access to health care for ADF personnel.

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HMAS Coonawarra crew celebrates with friends and family at the final 2025 'clear lower deck'.