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Post the links man cmon haha we wanna c da vids 2. But im sure they r just avin fun. In certain places and certain times im sure the rules are relaxed to let them do their thing. After all alot of the rule setting older officers were probably once cowboys 2.

That video on Wiki is insane (and im assuming its not sped up). Gives the acceleration a little perspective..

For those that are interested in this stuff, I just got this thru email. Thats pretty darn quick ay..Sounds interesting despite not knowing how it works (and being too lazy to research it cos I know someone here will shed some light on it for me for less effort on my behalf, hehe)..So if u know would you care to give a quick summary.:book: Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Defence Media Mail List ------------------------------------------------------------------------ HIGH SPEED SUCCESS AT WOOMERA Australia’s Defence Science and Technology Organisation (DSTO) has today successfully launched one of the world’s fastest air-breathing engine experiments, the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Defence, Mr Peter Lindsay announced. The scramjet engine experiment reached speeds of up to Mach 10, approximately 11,000 km per hour, or ten times the speed of sound. Scramjets are air-breathing supersonic combustion ramjet engines that could make it possible for a two hour flight from Sydney to London. “This research is a major boost to Australian and international scramjet technology research,” Mr Lindsay said. “Today’s flight rocketed to an altitude of 530km, and reached Mach 10 during re-entry,” Mr Lindsay said. “Australia is a world leader in hypersonics research.” “Scramjet research has taken place in Australia for over three decades. We have active research programs in niche technologies of scramjet propulsion as well as guidance and control at hypersonic speeds.” The flight took place at the Woomera Test Facility in South Australia under a collaborative effort between the United States’ Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) and DSTO, also representing the research collaborators in the Australian Hypersonics Initiative (AHI). "This test has obtained the first ever flight data on the inward-turning scramjet engine design," said Dr. Steven Walker, Deputy Director of the Tactical Technology Office at DARPA. "DARPA will compare this flight data to ground test data measured on the same engine configuration in the US." "We are pleased with this joint effort between the US and Australia and believe that a hypersonic airplane could be a reality in the not to distant future." While DSTO was the lead Australian research agency for the flight, the AHI’s collaborative partners include the University of Queensland, the University of New South Wales at the Australian Defence Force Academy, and the Australian National University, together with the State Governments of South Australia and Queensland. DSTO scientist Dr Warren Harch said hypersonic propulsion using supersonic combustion ramjet (scramjet) technology offered the possibility of very high speeds and fuel efficiencies. “This technology has the potential to put numerous defence and civilian aerospace applications within our reach during the next couple of decades,” Dr Harch said. Hypersonics is the study of velocities greater than five times the speed of sound (Mach 5) and could have a significant impact on Defence as well as on international transport and future access to space. Future defence applications for hypersonic vehicles include long-range time critical missions, with civilian applications including low-cost satellite launching and high-speed aircraft. Dr Harch said DSTO’s scientific contributions to the research program had been the computer modelling of the combustion processes, non-linear mechanics, guidance and control, and trajectory analysis. “Assisting with telemetry collection is another important area, which presents quite a challenge when working with a vehicle travelling at hypersonic speeds,” Dr Harch said. As part of its continuing commitment to a research program in Hypersonics, in November last year DSTO signed the $74 million Hypersonics International Flight Research Experimentation (HiFire) Agreement with the United States Air Force, under which up to ten Hypersonic flight experiments are planned to occur at Woomera over the next five years. Media Information: Media Advisor: Niki Lyons 0418 762 307 DSTO: Steve Butler 0418 800 323 Defence Media: (02) 6265 3343 or 0408 498 664 For a free subscription to Defence Direct, the Minister for Defence's monthly e-newsletter, please follow this link http://www.minister.defence.gov.au/defencedirect/spt/subscribe.html ________________________________________________________________________ Thank you for subscribing to the Ministerial media list If you wish to unsubscribe go to http://152.91.28.130/unsubscribe.cfm Enter your E-mail address, click the Submit button" ------------------------------------------------------------------------

Im an eagle driver mate.

Nice shots, thanks for sharing. That chinook looks sweet.

:smartass: Hehehe thats fair funny, you just lightened up my morning with a bit of a laugh... It is celsius

Obviously it must be more prominent when the main forum is where the LockOn EN link leads too. If you wish to look into other sections then you need to navigate further, thus making them less prominent for the user. My two cents on how I felt when I first used these forums. It took me a while to realise there was worthy content in the other areas. In no way am I contesting the location of the thread, just the fact that to the relatively new user the sub forums are definitely less prominent.

They look great!!! Maybe you could replace the logo on the tail with the same colour monotone kangaroo roundel...that would really finish it off.

May he RIP. Despite how sad it would be for those close to him, at least he was doing what he loved most.

I have this joystick and i think it is great for how much u pay. Just never get the force feedback, they suck. But as Frost1e says it aint hard to assign it. Just a pain in the butt to use compared to real rudder pedals...the twist just doesn't seem to allow fine control (this applies to any twist joystick--im not paying out this particular one, since im referring to the use and 'feel' of twist versus the use and 'feel' of pedals)

Yeah i av been playing it and I quite like it. Its just so good being able to jump from one vehicle to another or into a chopper. I love the MH-6 with guy's hanging off the seats. I aint tried MP but could imagine that if those guys were ur squad u could do some real cool stuff.

I distinctly remember this interview. It was interesting. The flying scenes wer great too. Too the point thought. I too would love to know what this 5% thing was..if he was just giving an excuse for the governments apparent lack of interest in other airframes, which couldn't be investigated?? Or is there actually some ability so seemingly important and advanced (top secret) that it makes our government so confident. It annoys the crap outta me though cos by hiding this and saying that this ability is the most important factor in the acquisition, it serioulsy hampers any quality discussion..

..And such a good reason to hope my applicatiopn goes smoothly lol. Be nice to get in those birdies.

Well a report from 2002 red flag: RED-HOT Air Force F-111 crews have returned from Exercise Red Flag with a perfect record. The F-111 ground and aircrews from No. 82 Wing at RAAF Base Amberley achieved a flawless sortie rate during Red Flag, planning and flying 118 out of 118 missions in the month-long exercise conducted at Nellis Air Force Base in Nevada. The Australians were the only crews to boast a 100 per cent sortie success rate at the end of the exercise. In addition, there were no losses caused by SAMs - an extraordinary feat in such a complex exercise. ... So they must be doing something right.

Hey to those interested by the discussions that have been held in past weeks on this topic. The option that a few people thought was going to be made has been decided upon and confirmed.. :pilotfly: Minister for Defence Media Mail List ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Tuesday, 6 March, 2007 MINDEF 017/2007 $6 BILLION TO MAINTAIN AUSTRALIA’S REGIONAL AIR SUPERIORITY Australia is assured of maintaining its air combat capability edge with the Government’s decision to acquire 24 F/A-18F Block II Super Hornet multi role aircraft. At a cost of approximately $6 billion over 10 years, the acquisition of the Super Hornet will ensure the transition to the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter over the next decade. The acquisition will include 24 aircraft, initial support and upfront training for aircrew and maintenance personnel. The Howard Government has delivered solid economic management and Budget surpluses over a decade. We are now in a position to deliver this for Australia. The acquisition of the Super Hornets will be fully supplemented as part of the 2007/08 Budget process. The JSF is the most suitable aircraft for Australia’s future combat and strike needs. Australia remains fully committed to the JSF. But the Government is not prepared to accept any risk to air combat and strike capability during the transition to the JSF. The F/A-18F Super Hornet is a highly capable, battle proven, multi role aircraft that is currently in service with the US Navy through to 2030. The next generation Block II Super Hornets will provide a more flexible operational capability than currently exists with the F-111. Only last week Aviation Week reported “Supporters of the design say it will give the Block II Boeing built Navy aircraft a fifth-generation capability similar to that of the F-22 Raptor and F-35 Joint Strike Fighter. The Hornet’s electronic attack capabilities could become even more sophisticated with additional modifications.” – Aviation Week 26 February, 2007 It is anticipated that Australian personnel will begin Super Hornet training in the United States in 2009. The selection of the Super Hornet builds on the Royal Australian Air Force’s deep understanding of the current F/A-18 fleet. The Block II Super Hornet will provide Air Force with the flexibility to assign all air combat crew and technical personnel across a relatively common fleet during the transition to the JSF. The Super Hornet will be based at RAAF Base Amberley. Negotiations for commercial support arrangements will commence immediately. Defence is already engaged with Boeing and the United States Navy to ensure that the maximum potential of Australian Industry Involvement is achieved. Local Industry participation will be a key factor in developing the through life support concepts for the Super Hornets. The Australian Super Hornet program plans to contain local contractor owned and operated intermediate maintenance and training for aircrew and support personnel. Additionally, the supply chain infrastructure, warehousing and operation will be manned locally in support of both Australian and US Navy Super Hornets in the region. The selection of a next generation fighter allows for upskilling of the workforce. The Super Hornet brings a significant growth of capability within the support and supply chain, low observable materials (stealth), advanced sensors and IT. This will ensure that Australian industry is trained, qualified and has access to both USN and then JSF markets as they share common technologies. This in no way diminishes our commitment to the JSF Program subject to final Government approval in 2008. Current planning is for Australia to acquire its first JSF in 2013. There is no gap in Australia’s air combat capability and the Government is taking all necessary steps to ensure a gap does not emerge. Air combat capability is vital to defend the approaches to Australia and enables us to operate air power on deployment overseas. Our air combat forces are a key part of enhancing our land and maritime forces. This was most ably displayed by the combat performance of our F/A-18 squadron in Iraq in 2003. The Australian Government is committed to retaining the leading edge in air combat and the Block II Super Hornet will enable this through the next decade. The F-111 has been a stalwart aircraft at the centre of Australia's strike capability for over three decades. The Chief of Air Force, Air Marshal Geoff Shepherd, a pilot with around 2500 hours flying F-111’s, said it is important for Australia to retire the F-111 at a time of our choosing. This ensures that the men and women who operate them are not endangered through the risks of an aging platform. The withdrawal of the F-111 is expected in 2010 with the F/A-18F Super Hornets to be operational that same year. Many generations of Air Force personnel and Defence civilians will be sad to see the F-111 withdrawn from service in 2010. The Government acknowledges the tireless efforts and professionalism of personnel at Amberley who have maintained this vital element of Australia's Defence. The immense experience base from decades of F-111 service will boost the new air combat capability in the coming decade. Our nation is grateful to those who gave Australia this magnificent aircraft, those who have flown and maintained it and who will do so for a further three years. With the C-17 and KC-30B tanker refuelling aircraft also to be based out of Amberley, as well as the Wedgetail AEW&C support centre, the region is well placed to capitalise on these significant aerospace industry involvement opportunities. The Super Hornet provides Australia with the greatest capability enhancement and least risk option to ensure Australia’s capability edge. Broadcast quality vision of the F/A-18 Super Hornet will be sent to television networks at Parliament House. Further information and still imagery is available at http://www.defence.gov.au/media/download/2007/Mar/20070306/ For a free subscription to Defence Direct, the Minister for Defence's monthly e-newsletter, please follow this link: http://www.minister.defence.gov.au/defencedirect/spt/subscribe.html ________________________________________________________________________ Thank you for subscribing to the Ministerial media list If you wish to unsubscribe go to http://152.91.28.130/unsubscribe.cfm Enter your E-mail address, click the Submit button" ------------------------------------------------------------------------

Where did the supercruise JSF come into it. AFAIK the JSF lacks this ability. I totally agree that the networked airspace/sensor fusion is a great advantage. It is also to be noted that this aircraft is designed to replace the F-16 and A-10 within the USAF ranks (two specific CAS aircraft). I acknowledge that it will replace hornets in the navy, but given that the developing nation is not selecting it to replace its front line fighters, yet australia is, as thier sole option, is slightly concerning.

Any gap formed now has nothing to do with the F-22's since they aint on the menu for us to choose from. I simply state what has been said over and over and that is that the option which seems to have been chosen, the JSF, may not be ready for us when the present hornets (and certainly not F111's) are due to be laid off. Hence, the point of a potential gap in our air defence given the current position we are in. However, we are now very possibly obtaining 1 sqn of superbugs so this may take care of any shortfall. As said before the F-22's would be a good deterrant force. The JSF would be great for deployment with coalition forces and for the strike role. But maybe after all that ur statement actually hinted to me trying to say we would have a gap in our air defence with the F-22??

I am almost at the point now of not being bothered to discuss this topic. It has been burnt over and over. It seems to me now that even if there was a better alternative to the JSF from a third party we would still go with the JSF. I think its been set in stone by those who make these decisions which could be very stupid for australia. I think there is a very good chance that we will end up with a gap in our air defence and that the government is playing a very risky game. Lets just hope that things iron out and the JSF can be delevered on time and without problems. My single biggest cause for concern in this aquisition is that the government doesn't seem to be concerned about getting a single type of aircraft to cover all of the roles. And to top it off, a single engine aircraft depsite the vastness of our top end where they will be primarliy training. I am yet to read that the superbug will be any more than simply a stop gap and that the plan isn't just to have the JSF once it has filled the ranks. AARGH im running out of breath on this topic despite the fact that I enjoy debating it more than others. I maintain that I think the best option for us is 3 sqns F35 + 1 sqn F22 but so far as we are led to believe this isn't even an option for us at the moment anyway.

I subscribe to the mailing list, this came the other day.. " Minister for Defence Media Mail List ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Wednesday, 14 February, 2007 006/2007 FITZGIBBON’S FAILURE TO GRASP THE FACTS There is no gap in Australia’s air combat capability and no gap will be allowed to develop. The Government is continuing to explore options to manage the transition to Australia’s planned acquisition of the Joint Strike Fighter. Contrary to Mr Fitzgibbon’s claim, the Government has not asked the United States for access to the F-22 Raptor. The F-22 is not currently available for Foreign Military Sales to any country outside the United States. Mr Fitzgibbon fails to understand that the F-22 is not the most suitable aircraft for Australia’s needs. The F-22 is a primarily a single role air-to-air combat aircraft. It has limited strike capability. The budget would not acquire enough F-22’s to sustain concurrent tasking. It does not carry the variety of weapons we need for strike operations. It loses its stealth benefits when carrying external weapons. It loses range when carrying external weapons. It has no maritime strike capability at present. The Government continues to work on options to ensure Australia maintains regional air superiority throughout the air combat transition. The Government is currently considering the acquisition of one squadron of F/A 18 Block II Super Hornets as a complementary transition through to the JSF. No decision has yet been made. If Joel Fitzgibbon understood the needs of Australia’s air combat capability, he’d realize the JSF is the correct aircraft for our future needs. Mr Fitzgibbon would benefit from a briefing on Australia’s air combat capability from senior Defence officials. Media contacts Nigel Blunden (Dr Nelson) 02 6277 7800 0407 632 931 Defence Media Liaison 02 6265 3343 0408 498 664 Thought it was a bit relevant to what is being discussed here.

AMAZING.

Just curious if anyone can point me with this. We are considering using one in the =IA= Dedi server but need some direction on the issue since we have no idea.

Mine

My copy is in the mail. Hope it doesn't take too long to reach me.

I wouldn't say we fear anything as such but it is smart to retain a decent standalone defensive capability (and not be reliant on others incase anything, god forbid, was to eventuate). Also if things remain the way they are we will still want to help out withtin the coalition against terror,etc. So we do need to retain a top notch air force with modern tech, etc. So far as wasting money on an invasion. I believe that in this day and age, and with coalitions the way they are an invasion would be out of the question even if they opposing force for whatever reason was keen on it. But it would most likely be a very financially productive move. Australia is considered to have some of the largest energy reserves in the world. Uranium, coal, gas, we have bucketloads of the stuff. Everything a developing country would ever want to keep thier production centres churning. So it wouldn't be a waste of money if it could be pulled off succesfully, but in this day and age i dont see it as a very likely event. In the end I think the basis of our governments decision is on that of interoperability with coalition forces. And if we are all flying the same jets it becomes super easy.

Were did this come from?: 24 Super Hornets to replace the 28 varks we currently have in service. We do have 70 hornets at the moment. So maybe thats wot u were thinkin of. But the interim Super Hornet aint replacing them.