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AIR F RCE August 2, 2012 News Simulating experience Andrew Stackpool TWELVE Aboriginal students aged between 16 and 18 received a greater ppreciation of a possible future life nd career in Air Force after attending special four-day familiarisation proram at RAAF Base Richmond from uly 2-5. The program was the inaugural Indigenous Student Military Familiarisation Camp, a joint initiative between Air Force and the Booroowa Aviation project. Booroowa Aviation is managed by the Illawarra Aboriginal Corporation, an organisation which provides employment pathways for Aboriginal youth who are interested in aviation careers. The students came from regional communities around NSW and flew to Richmond in a Booroowa Aviation aircraft, along with two indigenous mentors. Program leader WGCDR Barb Wells, of Air Force Workforce Diversity, said the program exposed the students to military aviation careers as well as life on an operational air base. “The students participated in a wide range of activities, including a dem- onstration of military working dogs, a tour of the base fire section and a visit to the 22SQN ground defence training section,” WGCDR Wells said. The students visited 37SQN and Aircraft Maintenance Flight where they joined maintenance crews working on C-130 aircraft, as well as climbing aboard a Hercules during engine testing on the flightline. Program sponsor DGPERS-AF AIRCDRE Bob Rodgers accompanied the students for the day at 37SQN, and Commander Air Lift Group AIRCDRE Gary Martin joined them for lunch at the Airmens’ Mess. WGCDR Wells said day three proved most popular with the students. “They visited 285SQN, where they spent time in the C-130H flight simulator,” she said. “They rated the opportunity to ‘fly’ and ‘land’ the aircraft at a range of locations under different weather conditions as Number 1 on their course evaluation forms.” During the evenings, the students were kept busy with a series of cultural activities led by Aboriginal elders who were specially invited for the purpose. “The evening sessions provided the students an opportunity to reflect on how a career in military aviation, and Helping you own your home sooner with... the lowest standard variable DHOAS rate ^ . Talk to someone who will put your needs first. Go to dhoas.adcu.com.au, call 1300 2 DHOAS or visit your local branch. LOOKING AND LEARNING: Above, FLTLT Robert De Brito, a pilot from 285SQN, talks about the C-130H simulator while indigenous mentor Adam Brady takes to the controls and Nikitah Wilson watches. Right inset, AC Daniel Gomes, of 22SQN, supervises as students play with 12-week-old puppy Avanti. Photos: CPL Amanda Campbell the requirement to work at a range of posting locations, could work in the context of their cultural obligations,” WGCDR Wells said. The program concluded with a presentation by Defence Force Recruiting about the range of entry pathways and career opportunities available. Student Cristie Donovan, of Dapto High School, said the program “really opened my eyes about possible jobs and a future in the Air Force”. CLARIFICATION: On page 10 of the July 19 edition, it was incorrectly reported that indigenous students visited RAAF Base Richmond as part of the Defence Work Experience Program. They were actually part of the inaugural Indigenous Student Military Familiarisation Camp. ADCU DHOAS Value Home Loan 5.99 6.04 %p.a. Interest Rate %p.a. Comparison Rate* Terms and Conditions, Fees and Charges and lending criteria apply. ^ As at 4 July 2012, the ADCU DHOAS Value Home Loan has the lowest standard variable DHOAS Home Loan rate. *Comparison rate based on a loan of $150,000 over 25 years with monthly repayments. This comparison rate is true only for the examples given and does not include all fees and charges. Different terms, fees or other loan amounts might result in a different comparison rate. Rates are current at the time of publication and are subject to change. Visit dhoas.adcu.com.au for more details. Australian Defence Credit Union Limited ABN 48 087 649 741 AFSL No. 237 988. Australian credit licence number 237 988. 17
18 Flightline AIR F RCE August 2, 2012 MEAO MECHANICS: Above, CPL Luke Boulton, who is with Combat Support Unit 7’s MEOMS section, works on an air-conditioning unit at Al Minhad Air Base in the United Arab Emirates. Photo: CPL Mark Doran ADFA Open Day 2012 Saturday 25 August, 9am to 4pm Australian Defence Force Academy, Northcott Drive, Campbell ACT www.openday.adfa.edu.au | Info Hotline 02 6268 6000 Cricos Provider Code: 00100G CAPITAL LAWYERS THE ACT’S LEADING LAW FIRM WITH A PROVEN TRACK RECORD 6262-5355 KNOW YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS FREE CASE APPRAISAL We have extensive experience in: � Personal Injury Claims ��Military Compensation Claims ��Compensation for Public Servants (Comcare) ��Veteran’s Entitlements Act Claims THE LAWYER YOU HAVE DOES MAKE A DIFFERENCE CAPITAL LAWYERS FIGHTING FOR YOU TINDAL CHEER: Above, RAAF Base Tindal won the Northern Territory Defence/ Government award for their efforts in raising $5,800 for the Leukaemia Foundation as part of the World’s Greatest Shave event. Tindal families cheer as the Leukaemia Foundation’s Community Relationships Manager, Roxy Morton-Owen (right), presents a certificate and trophy to Network Tindal Chairperson Amy Martin, who was instrumental in coordinating the event. Photo: SGT Shane Gidall TOP ASOP: Left, LAC Andrew Gleave with an Airman of the Quarter award for his efforts as an ASOP with 1RSU. Photo: LACW Nicci Freeman Level 3, 39 London Circuit, Canberra City, ACT 2601 E-mail: mail@capitallawyers.com.au G.P.O Box 1683, Canberra City, ACT 2601 Web: www.capitallawyers.com.au
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