Daniel Croft
AuthorIndonesian ambassador warns against hypersonic ‘arms race’
November 3, 2022 0 commentSiswo Pramono called the development an “arms race” in an interview with The Guardian and raised concerns it could stifle economic progress because the research was “very expensive”.
Read moreRAAF lifts beard ban – but fuzz must be groomed
November 3, 2022 0 commentFrom November 1, members of the Air Force will now be permitted to have facial hair, provided that it maintains a clean, neat, and professional appearance, and meets health and safety requirements.
Read moreLeidos complete Cobham Special Mission purchase
November 2, 2022 1 commentThe deal, first announced in August, includes maritime surveillance and fixed-wing search and rescue alongside its mission aircrew training system.
Read moreMelbourne Airport rail can’t justify cost, says independent body
November 1, 2022 5 commentThe independent statutory body responsible for advising the government on decisions relating to infrastructure has unveiled newfound criticism of the project, suggesting that it be delayed until passenger demand can justify the cost.
Read moreCompetitive Aussies should ‘lead world’ on SAFs, says Joyce
October 28, 2022 1 commentSpeaking at the CBA’s Sustainability Conference, Qantas CEO Alan Joyce argued the country should be taking advantage of its huge landmass to develop SAFs, which are often derived from used cooking oil and other waste products.
Read moreExclusive: Air New Zealand say 787 is ‘right aircraft’ for New York service
October 28, 2022 4 commentThe airline has doubled down on the aircraft flying non-stop to Auckland, despite critics suggesting its range simply isn’t long enough to accommodate the 16 or 17-hour flight.
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