Air Marshal Mel Hupfeld made the comments while speaking exclusively on the new episode of the Australian Aviation podcast.
Lockheed Martin Australia has completed its preliminary design review (PDR) for a new simulator that allows RAAF pilots to virtually train alongside the crews of tanks and warships more regularly. Currently, limited tech means these personal can only perform joint training around 10 times a year, but the new JP 9711 Phase 1 system will
The deal represents the biggest breakthrough for the Sydney-based company since its offerings were chosen as the preferred anti-drone solution for the European Union's police forces in May.
The training, alongside the US military, is designed to improve integration Royal Australian Navy warships such as HMAS Canberra, Hobart, Stuart, Arunta and Sirius.
RUAG Australia has become the latest recipient of the government’s Defence Global Competitiveness Grants to support the global F-35 Joint Strike Fighter jet supply chain.
Defence Minister Melissa Price said 150 jobs in the Hunter region were supported through the deep service works, facilitated by Boeing Defence Australia.