Marc Joel Atrero

China’s latest fifth gen fighter breaks cover An elaborate ruse? Or the second step in the new generation of Chinese combat aircraft? Recent revelations that China has not just one, but now two apparently advanced stealthy combat aircraft in development have come as somewhat of a shock to the West, particularly with the US’s F-22

Joint decision-making Collaborative Decision Making (CDM) is a fundamental principle in the development of future air traffic management (ATM) systems. These systems are needed to manage increasing traffic demand while reducing emissions and user costs. CDM initiatives are now being progressively implemented in Australia. In essence, CDM – akin to flow control – involves the

The quest for precision perfection The challenging terrain of Queenstown, New Zealand has been the traditional proving ground of RNP approach technology. On November 15, without fanfare, this efficient form of navigation took yet another step forward on its journey. Finding the Way. This content is available exclusively to Australian Aviation members. Login Become a

44 Wing controls the battlefield airspace The halls of 44 Wing HQ at RAAF Base Williamtown bear testimony to the fact that be it a crisis or a conflict, its personnel will often be the first in and last out. That’s because the Wing is an internationally recognised provider of battlefield airspace control and air

Qantas Group fleet plans highlight future directions Qantas has copped plenty of criticism since its announcement in August that it was cancelling orders for 35 Boeing 787-9s in the name of preserving capital. Certainly the case can be made that the decision makes sense from a financial perspective. The decision was taken against the background

The joint civil-military Air Traffic Management project Recently, Airservices and Defence signed an operating level agreement to formalise arrangements between the two organisations to jointly procure and maintain a new air traffic management (ATM) system for Australia. It ensures that a single RFT and single contracts for acquisition and support of the ATM system will