Marc Joel Atrero

Pilot Error Spencer woke early in a state of quiet excitement. He swung himself out of bed and went to the window, delighted at the promise of blue sky: a Melbourne autumn day at its best-perfect for flying. Today for once he could forget the worries of his accountancy practice and, even if only for

James Strong Gets Nod as John Ward Departs Qantas: Followingthe surprise resignation of John Ward as Qantas CEO on July 30, James Strong has been elected as the airline’s new Managing Director. John Ward’s resignation, though a surprise, was not totally unexpected in view of the enormous pressures he, and the entire management, have endured

Caa Convenes Conference on Ex Military Aircraft Operations The Australian Warbird movement has seen remarkable growth over recent years and now numbers several hundred aircraft involving some 45 different types. Recognising that the activities of ex military aircraft enthu- siasts have now exceeded all earlier expectations, the CAA in a timely move, recently convened a

V-22 Osprey Returns to Flight Status The V-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft has returned to flight testing following the completion of a series of design changes and modifications to enhance the aircraft’s overall safety. The “first” flight, which was of short duration, was carried out in the number three prototype and consisted of performance and handling

Desert Storm Analysis The Electronic Battle – Lessons for Australia The world has not witnessed an electronic battle of such ferocity as in the Gulf since the Allied invasion of Europe in 1944. Significantly, the Allies’ systematic expenditure on electronic warfighting capability over the last two decades has yielded substantial dividends. Moreso since the opponent

Aviation Innovation – The International Fighter Pilots’ Academy What Happens When You Take a Stable Country Converting to a Market Economy, a Successful and Enter Prising Australian Businessman, a Skilled Air Force, Combat Hardened Fighter Pilots, Add a Dash of Aviation Enthusiasm and Expertly Manage the Mix? Answer: a world first in aviation-the International Fighter