Incredible day on the Halifax Harbour assisting in joint SAR exercises with the Royal Canadian Air Force | Aviation royale canadienne and U.S. Coast Guard!
#TriviaTuesday question for you! What was the original purpose of Columbus Airport and its Fixed Base Operator, Flightways Columbus, when it first began operations? A) Passenger flights B) Military training C) Cargo transport D) Airmail service Give us your best guess - no cheating! 😉 #FlyCSG #FlyColumbusGA #TowerTuesday
🇶🇦🛫🌍 The #Qatar Emiri Air Force operates a fleet of C-17 Globemaster III military transport aircraft, which are notably painted in #Qatar #Airways livery. This unique approach allows these aircraft to land at civilian airports that impose restrictions on military aircraft, offering Qatar significant #flexibility in deploying its fleet across the globe. These C-17s are intended for a variety of #missions, including #humanitarian #aid, #disaster #relief, and #peacekeeping #operations. The C-17 Globemaster III is a versatile and powerful aircraft, capable of carrying up to 134 passengers, including 102 paratroopers, and is also equipped to transport a wide range of cargo. This includes up to 70 tonnes of equipment or a CH-47F Chinook helicopter. The aircraft has an operational range of 10,390 kilometers with paratroopers and can reach a ceiling of 45,000 feet while cruising at Mach 0.74 (approximately 829 km/h). Given its capacity and operational capabilities, the C-17 Globemaster III is poised to be a strategic asset for #Qatar in the #region. Its ability to rapidly deploy troops and deliver critical supplies in a variety of scenarios—from #military #operations to #humanitarian #efforts—significantly enhances Qatar's regional influence and its ability to respond to #crises. #Crisis
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Spread the word! Active-duty Air Force officers and enlisted Airmen interested in becoming rated officers can apply for the Spring 2025 Air Force Rated Preparatory Program through Dec. 9. The Rated Preparatory Program provides qualified Airmen an opportunity to gain and strengthen basic aviation skills in preparation for testing and applying to an Undergraduate Flying Training board. If you or someone you know would make a great candidate, tag them here! #RatedPreparatoryProgram #PilotTraining
Japan’s Naval Aviation Milestone Japan’s military is advancing its naval aviation capabilities. The Izumo-class carrier Kaga will conduct F-35B Lightning II tests off California from October to November. This is a crucial step in integrating these advanced fighters into Japan’s fleet. The trials mark a significant milestone for the Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) as it transforms Kaga and its sister ship Izumo into F-35B-capable carriers. This modernization reflects Japan’s growing defense emphasis. JMSDF is also collaborating with Italy and the UK to adopt best practices for F-35 operations.
🌐 Collaboration Across Borders: Foreign Military Detachments at U.S. Bases Did you know that several U.S. military bases host detachments from foreign nations? These collaborative efforts strengthen international partnerships and enhance military capabilities. Let’s explore a few examples: 🇩🇪 Germany: The German Armed Forces Command, headquartered in Reston, Virginia, serves as the administrative and logistical hub for all German military activities in the U.S. and Canada. It’s where coordination, pilot training, and defense material management occur. 🇮🇹 Italy: Sheppard Air Force Base in Texas hosts the Euro-NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training Program (ENJJPT). This program trains pilots from 14 NATO member nations. Upon graduation, these aviators continue country-specific training. 🇳🇱 The Netherlands: Dutch pilots, once trained specifically on the F-16 fighter aircraft at Morris Air National Guard Base in Arizona, now utilize Luke Air Force Base for training on the newer F-35 aircraft. 🇸🇬 Singapore: The 428th Fighter Squadron at Idaho’s Mountain Home Air Force Base includes Singaporean airmen. Under the Peace Carvin V program, they train and qualify on the F-15 alongside their American counterparts. 🇬🇧 United Kingdom: Edwards Air Force Base in California hosts the British Royal Air Force’s XVII Test and Evaluation Squadron. Their expertise contributes to bringing F-35 aircraft into service. These are not independent foreign bases but rather collaborative initiatives within U.S. military installations. 🤝 Feel free to share your thoughts or ask questions in the comments! 👇
Safran M88 are the primary engines of both the Indian Navy's marine version. and the IAF version . hope MRFA is rafale so not like 5 platforms
Rafale 🇪🇬 🇶🇦 🇮🇳 🇬🇷 🇭🇷 🇦🇪 🇮🇩 When the Indian Air Force (IAF), the fourth largest in the world, chose Rafale over Eurofighter Typhoons in 2012, it caused a windfall of orders for the French Rafale combat jets. Since then the Rafale has been marketed for export to several countries including additional orders. Rafale is selected for purchase by the Egyptian Air Force, the Indian Air Force, the Indian Navy, the Qatar Air Force, the Hellenic Air Force, the Croatian Air Force, the Indonesian Air Force and the United Arab Emirates Air Force. Dassault Aviation has a full orderbook of #Rafale fighters for the next 10 years. #IADN
🚨 The Indian Navy will commission a naval detachment, INS Jatayu in the Minicoy islands of Lakshadweep on March 6.INS Jatayu, the Indian Navy's newest base in Lakshadweep: Strategic Significance Location: INS Jatayu is strategically located on Minicoy Island, the southernmost island of the Lakshadweep archipelago. This position provides critical surveillance and operational reach in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). MH-60R Helicopters: A squadron of advanced MH-60R multi-role helicopters is based at INS Jatayu. These helicopters greatly enhance the Indian Navy's anti-submarine warfare (ASW) and surveillance capabilities. Countering Chinese Influence: The base is seen as a response to growing Chinese influence in the IOR, particularly in the Maldives. INS Jatayu offers an alternative base for India to project power and maintain a strategic presence in the region. Gateway to the Indian Ocean: Lakshadweep, due to its position in the Arabian Sea, serves as an important vantage point for monitoring vital sea lanes of communication.
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𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐜𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞 | 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐀𝐂𝐄 • Defence Australia | 𝐋𝐢𝐞𝐮𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐁𝐢𝐥𝐭𝐨𝐧 Australia's participation in Exercise Rim of the Pacific 2024 (RIMPAC) serves as a testament to the profound camaraderie shared with the United States and the robust military alliances established with other key regional defense partners, articulated Lieutenant General Bilton. In the intricately woven tapestry of the Indo-Pacific region, where multifaceted strategic challenges loom large, the Australian Defence Force (ADF) remains steadfast in its commitment to reassuring our allies of Australia's significant capacity and determination to honor and uphold our alliances, agreements, and bilateral relationships. This year's iteration of RIMPAC is set to encompass the involvement of 29 nations, featuring a formidable fleet comprising 40 surface ships, three submarines, as well as ground forces representing 14 national armies. Additionally, the exercise will boast a diverse array of more than 150 aircraft and an impressive deployment of approximately 25,000 personnel from across the globe. The convergence of such a vast and varied coalition of nations and military assets in the expansive training areas surrounding the Hawaiian Islands from June 27 to August 1, 2024, underscores the significance and scale of Exercise RIMPAC as the premier international maritime exercise of its kind. Australia's active engagement in RIMPAC not only showcases the nation's military prowess and professionalism but also reinforces its strategic presence and commitment to upholding a rules-based order in the Indo-Pacific region. Through its involvement in this multinational exercise, Australia reaffirms its willingness to work closely with global partners to tackle mutual security issues and enhance stability in the region. As Exercise RIMPAC unfolds, the ADF's universal dedication to collective security and cooperation stands as a resolute affirmation of Australia's role as a responsible global actor and a steadfast ally in advancing peace and stability across the dynamic and strategically vital Indo-Pacific landscape. #Australia #USA #APAC #Navy #Military #Proud
Approximately 320 #YourADF personnel have joined 28 international partners to undertake the world’s largest international maritime exercise. Held across training areas in and around the Hawaiian Islands from 27 June to 1 August 2024, Exercise Rim of the Pacific 2024 (RIMPAC) is a biennial international military exercise hosted by Commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet. The ADF contribution includes Royal Australian Navy Hobart Class guided missile destroyer HMAS Sydney and a Royal Australian Air Force P-8A Poseidon aircraft. Chief of Joint Operations, Lieutenant General Greg Bilton, said Australia’s participation and leadership in the exercise highlighted the nation’s enduring commitment to a peaceful, secure, and prosperous Indo-Pacific. “Australia’s participation in RIMPAC reflects the closeness of our alliance with the United States and the strength of our military relationships with other regional defence partners,” Lieutenant General Bilton said. “We face complex strategic challenges in the Indo-Pacific region, and the ADF will take every opportunity to assure our friends that Australia has the ability and the intent to stand by its alliances, agreements and bilateral relationships.” This year, RIMPAC will feature 29 nations, 40 surface ships, three submarines, land forces from 14 national land forces, more than 150 aircraft and approximately 25,000 personnel.
