Aussie Seahawk buy good news for US industry

US defence companies the big winners in the ‘Romeo’ decision.

24 Jun 2011

The Australian government's purchase of 24 MH-60R Seahawk 'Romeo' naval combat helicopters is good news for several US defence companies. Premium

US Army wants fast, cheap helos

The US Army has outlined essential characteristics for its next generation helicopter.

20 Jun 2011

High speed and low cost have emerged as essential characteristics of the US Army's next-generation helicopter, according to an official overseeing early technology development efforts for the aircraft. Premium

New Naval Combat Helicopters decision announced

The Government announced that it would purchase 24 Seahawk ‘Romeo’ naval combat helicopters at a cost of over $3 billion.

17 Jun 2011

Minister for Defence and Minister for Defence Materiel announced that the Australian Government had approved the acquisition of 24 Seahawk 'Romeo' naval combat helicopters at a cost of over $3 billion. Premium

Nowra chosen for new $40m Helicopter test facility

The new Multi-Purpose Test Bench in Nowra, will be the only one of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere.

15 Jun 2011

BAE Systems and AgustaWestland has announced that the NSW South Coast city of Nowra will be the location for the new $40 million world class helicopter transmission test facility. Premium

No worries for Aussie Super Hornet radio terminals

Radios for use in Australian Super Hornets differ from troubled US units.

14 Jun 2011

A few weeks ago, ADM reported whether the Australian Super Hornets were to get the much criticised MIDS terminals as integrated into the US Navy's Super Hornets. Premium

Update on loss of PC-9A aircraft

The PC-9/A crash at RAAF Base East Sale was caused by loss of engine power.

10 Jun 2011

The ongoing investigation into the RAAF PC-9/A crash at RAAF Base East Sale has revealed the crash was caused by loss of engine power as a result of the failure of a component in the aircraft's fuel system. Premium

First A330 MRTT handed over to RAAF

The RAAF's new A330 MRTT arrives at Amberley.

07 Jun 2011

The first Airbus Military A330 MRTT new generation tanker/transport has been formally delivered and accepted by the DMO. Premium

News Review: Aurecon to oversee A7K upgrade ADM June 2011

01 Jun 2011

Engineering and project management consultancy firm Aurecon, has been selected to be the Project Manager/Contractor administrator for the upgrade of the RAAF’s new Maritime Patrol Capability facilities at Edinburgh air force base. Premium

Projects:P-3K2 Orion arrives home | ADM June 2011

01 Jun 2011

There was neither brass band nor dry ice at the welcome home ceremony for the prototype Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) Orion P-3K2 on 2 May, but there was no shortage of compliments. Premium

News Review: BAE Systems to support RAAF F/A-18 Hornet Fleet | ADM June 2011

01 Jun 2011

BAE Systems has secured a $3 million, three year contract to provide usage monitoring services for the RAAF’s F/A-18 Hornets. The contract, with extension options, will support 10 jobs at Williamtown in NSW and Richmond in Victoria. Premium

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Safety concerns on LHD build

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ETU and AMWU health and safety reps have called for a cease work on the Royal Australian Navy helicopter landing ship NUSHIP Canberra until a full investigation and audit are completed on unterminated cables on board the ship that have been energised, ETU Secretary, Troy Gray, said.





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