Marc Joel Atrero

A16 – Bell AH-1G HueyCobra The operations of No 9 Squadron in Vietnam with UH-1 Iroquois, or “Huey”, helicopters from 1966 to 1971 had principally been as troop transports in support of the Australian Army task force. However, another role successfully carried out was that of a gunship helicopter, and from 1969, No 9 Squadron

Australia Air Gets an Extension: Following its failure to raise the $55m capital required to start operations in late March, would-be international operator Australia Air has been given a three month extension by the International Air Services Commission (IASC). Australia Air has been given ap proval to operate the equivalent capacity of one Boeing 747

Books Lion Over Korea: David Wilson This book presents the most complete story so far of 77 Squadron’s period of service in the Korean War between 1950 and 1953. Written by RAAF Historical Section chief David Wilson, it won third prize in the 1993 RAAF Heritage Awards. Lion Over Korea follows the usual procedure by

Learjet Demonstration Tour Takes in Australia: The recent demonstration tour to Australia by Learjet’s model 60 flagship came days after a successful campaign at Aslan Aerospace in Singapore, reports Julian Green. Both Learjet and Aeromil, the regional distributor for the stylish aircraft, have been encouraged by the interest shown in Australia during the one week

Sead Role for F-15? At the time of writing a decision was imminent on whether of not the US Air Force will add a suppression of enemy air defence (SEAD) capability to 100 F-15 Eagles. Affordability and whether or not the mission could be undertaken using sensors from other aircraft are key factors in whether

Airbus Joins Vlct Team: Airbus Industrie is joining the Very Large Commercial Transport (VLCT) study led by Boeing and involving Aerospa tiale, BAe, CASA and DASA (all Airbus member companies) but only as an ‘advisor’ to the four European organistions. The VLCT study has been extended to mid 1995 due to Airbus’ involvement, which came