In simple terms the Falcon 2000 is a twin engine development of Dassault’s successful long range Falcon 900. But there is more to this aircraft than just that. Any new corporate jet project is a high risk investment, especially when the Falcon 2000 is competing with the Canadair Challenger, Citation X and Hawker 1000. However
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