Tim Johnson
AuthorOpinion: How the F-35 can become an elevated sensor
February 22, 2023 0 commentThe fifth-generation fighter’s lesser-known sensor suite will enhance the RAAF’s ISR capabilities, says General (Ret’d) Gary North.
Read moreOpinion: What airlines aren’t telling you about high fares
February 22, 2023 0 commentYes, oil prices and staff shortages are playing their part in expensive tickets, but strong profits tell another story, argues Adam Thorn.
Read moreOpinion: Are Australia’s airlines prepared for recovery?
February 22, 2023 0 commentAs Australia barrels towards a full recovery in its flight schedules, could we lose our workforce to overseas airlines, asks Hannah Dowling.
Read moreLife after the RAAF
February 22, 2023 0 commentServing in the defence force can be a rewarding and life-changing experience that sees members build lifelong bonds and support networks, but life after service can be even more dangerous than being part of the nation’s fighting force Transitioning to civilian life after serving in the Australian Defence Force is a physical and mental challenge
Read moreRemembering Australian Aviation’s Eric Allen
February 22, 2023 0 commentEric Allen contributed to this magazine for more than 40 years until his death last September. But, as Adam Thorn discovers, a second chance led him towards the two loves of his life. For a man known to Australian Aviation readers for his obsessive attention to detail, Eric Allen certainly botched the landing when he
Read moreHow DroneShield protected Brazil’s president
February 22, 2023 0 commentDroneShield’s CEO tells Defence Connect editor Liam Garman how his drone guns have made global headlines Tensions were already high on 1 January in Brasilia. Just days before Lula’s inauguration, a Brazilian man was arrested following a bomb threat that authorities suspect was calculated to sow trouble in the nation’s capital. At the same time,
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