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OUR MISSIONTo carry out military air operations to advance New Zealand’s security interests with professionalism, integrity and teamwork.

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tsunami relief for Samoa: An RNZAF No 3 Squadron Iroquois helicopter, picking up the ground equipment, and crew who had just re-floated a fishing boat on Manono Island.

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Over the last month we have experienced a huge amount of activity and with that, fantastic efforts by everybody in delivering military air operations. Your responses to calls for air power are captured in numerous accolades received from those who have appreciated a job well done. A job completed with professionalism, integrity and teamwork—being the best in all that we do.

This was recently evident in the speed at which the Royal New Zealand Air Force was able to provide assistance to Samoa during the Tsunami, to Tonga after the ferry tragedy, and to evacuate a US scientist from Antarctica.

When I attended the Antarctic season opening ceremony in Christchurch shortly after the Air Medical Evacuation, three of four speakers mentioned the rescue flight—and they did so with true appreciation for the efforts of all personnel involved.

To have the guests interrupt the address by the US Deputy Ambassador by breaking out in generous applause after he praised the efforts of the RNZAF was realisation that, while we might treat it as what we do, they saw it as something special. It was a proud moment for those of us there in uniform.

Those involved in the rescue, as with the response to Tonga and Samoa, did so without fuss—they made it look easy. But we know that the result comes only at the cost of a lot of hard work from everybody in the team. Our endeavours are a team effort and

the accolades have not just been directed at the Force Elements.

That people who lost loved ones in Samoa, and who were experiencing so much personal grief were moved to write and thank the RNZAF for the sensitivity with which personnel from Base Auckland treated them, means that our people involved did something very special. And of course there are many other unsung heroes working behind the scenes to ensure the necessary support is provided to those in the field or in the air.

The paradox, enunciated by Chiefs of Air Forces world-wide, is that because we make it look easy by consistently getting the job done without a lot of fuss, others assume that conducting military air operations must be easy! Like an iceberg, the general public just see the tip of our operations—the 30 seconds coverage on television of a search and rescue or a C-130 arriving back from a disaster area.

They don’t get to see, and hence appreciate, that every day our personnel are hard at work providing the huge and critical support network. The sheer quantum and level of effort that goes on in the background enables us to achieve so much with so little, particularly at the moment with aircraft out of service on upgrade programmes, and with seemingly little respite in operational tempo.

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A contingent of 94 New Zealand Defence Force personnel departed from Royal New Zealand Air Force Base Ohakea to begin a six month deployment to Afghanistan on Monday 12 October.

The remaining 43 NZDF personnel in the Provincial Reconstruction Team (PRT) rotation deployed a few days later. Three New Zealand Police officers deploying to Afghanistan were also on the flight.

The majority of the troops make up the 15th rotation to serve in the PRT, based at Bamyan Province. The others work in roles within the International Stabilisation Force Headquarters, the National Support Element, and with the British Army training the Afghan National Army.

The Minister of Defence, Wayne Mapp; Chief of Defence Force, Lieutenant General Jerry

Mateparae; and Commissioner of Police Howard Broad were at Ohakea to farewell the contingent.

Breakdown of NZDF roles in Afghanistan

>> 137 personnel in the NZ PRT in Bamyan Province (the winter rotation is always slightly smaller than the summer one).

>> Two non-commissioned officers assisting with the training of the Afghan National Army.

>> Five officers in International Security Ass is tance Force headquar ters positions.

>> One military liaison officer with the United Nations Assistance Mission.

>> Two medical specialists with the Canadian Multinational Medical Unit at Kandahar.

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Boxing contenders (L to R): AC Aaron Goh, AC Richard Graham, CPL Damos Marr, AC Drew walker, and CPL Michael Jones.

CPL Kim Ferry.

On Saturday 28 November 2009, six Auckland- based personnel from Expeditionary Support Squadron will take up the gloves and step into the ring in the name of charity.

They are currently undergoing 12 weeks of training (six days a week), leading into the ‘Fight for Youth Corporate Fight Night’, which is being run by the Ringside NZ boxing gym in conjunction with the Youthline Charitable Trust.

This is as much a journey of self discovery for us as it is about raising money for this very worthy cause.

This year Youthline hopes to provide the youth of South Auckland a community centre by converting the old Papatoetoe Fire Station. This facility will provide a place where kids can come and feel the sense of community and belonging that is so often lacking in their lives today.

“We’ll do the hard work, the early mornings, and take the punishment required to turn us into decent boxers. But we need all the help we can to raise money for this worthy cause.” spokesman CPL Damos Marr said.

MAKE A DONAtION!Log onto www.fundraiseonline.co.nz/RNZAF Remember, every cent counts!

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By F/S SERgEANt JACquElINE DOOlAN-tINDAll

An evening in early September saw Christchurch based personnel and civilian staff from Air Movements, the Museum, Recruiting, Cadet Forces, Joint Services health School, Services Corrective Establishment, Limited Service Volunteer Company, and invited guests gather for the Annual Dining In.

The event, hosted in the Air Force Museum, provided spectacular views—the historic aircraf t and backdrop of the Wall of Remembrance setting an historic military theme for the evening.

Deputy Master of Ceremonies, Flight

Lieutenant Daniel Clearwater (aka Mr Vice), introduced the guest speaker for the evening—Mayor of Christchurch, Bob Parker—who spoke of the new development and technology plans for the Christchurch area.

During the evening Chief of Air Force, Air Vice-Marshal Graham Lintott presented the Long Service and Good Conduct medal to Sergeant Wade de Garnham (Air Movements). During the presentation he made mention of the commitment and dedication that SGT de Garnham has shown during his career and also thanked Mrs Sharon de Garnham for her support, encouragement, and patience over this time.

The evening concluded with the traditional

handing over of the top table to Mr Vice and the angst of seeing if you where the unlucky recipient of an ‘indiscretion’. Only two members were fined—all good fun! After dinner we retired to the Brevet Lounge for the chance to catch-up with one another and share our activities over the past year.

Dining In is one of the oldest mess customs in the Air Force and is steeped in history. Traditionally, it was held to drink the Loyal Toast to the Monarch and reaffirm allegiance to Crown and Country. Dining-in nights are occasions when servicemen and women dine together to promote esprit de corp and celebrate the companionship of service in the RNZAF.

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During May of this year, a survey was conducted by YASL, our clothing and footwear contractor. the survey was sent to military personnel to help assess who uses New Zealand Defence Force physical training (Pt) shoes, how often they get used, what they are used for and where, and how often they need to be replaced.

We were overwhelmed with responses—over 1,700 people completed the survey. Initial results reveal that PT shoes are worn each week for ten hours or less by 72% of those who completed the survey. We applaud the 3% of you who exercise for more than 25 hours each week—good on you!

By far the most common use for PT shoes is on and off road running; with 59% percent of runners covering up to 20 km per week. With training schedules such as these, it is clear why 48% of Air Force personnel replace their shoes annually and 45% do so within two years.

Due to the marathon effort by NZDF personnel to complete the PT shoe survey, we now have

a clear understanding of what is important to you in a PT shoe. Thanks to those of you who were involved. Your responses will help identify preferences and understand what type of training shoe best suits the needs of NZDF personnel.For more information, contact Sarah Leask, Relationship Manager at JLSO. Email: [email protected]

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Defence hardware must be tested, proven and reliable, VCDF Rear Admiral Jack Steer told an audience at the New Zealand Defence Industry Association Forum on 13 October.

As a small Defence Force with a limited number of platforms, VCDF said that the NZDF was not able to accept delays in delivery as ‘hiccups’, or wait as ‘design flaws’ were ironed out. Delays in the delivery of equipment or breaks in the supply chain limit the NZDF’s ability to offer the Government the suite of responses they require.

“It is the NZDF’s role to provide its men and women with the means to do their job effectively, while ensuring, as much as possible, their safety”, he said.

VCDF said the NZDF presented both opportunities and challenges for New Zealand’s defence industry, with opportunities presenting themselves not only at the purchase phase but in through-life support as well.

“Not much more than a decade ago the defence industry’s role f inished with delivering goods to the Base gate. Today the partnerships between the Defence Force and

the defence industry run much further—base management, security, and catering, to name a few.

“A significant proportion of goods and services for the Defence Force are provided by industry contractors. We’ve found that outsourcing provides innovative outcomes, produces economies and efficiencies, and reduces some of our major cost elements such as the need to own capital equipment.

“The New Zealand Defence Force is committed

to providing ongoing, effective military response options for the Government, and through successful industry partnerships we are able to deliver a combat capable, highly professional, well equipped Force.

“Equipment provided by the industry has to be modern and up-to-date but also proven and reliable so that every day the Government and taxpayers of New Zealand are able to realise the investment they have made in their Defence Force,” concluded Rear Admiral Steer.

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By Fltlt PAul COCKERtON

No 40 Squadron recently played host to Room 18 from Whenuapai School as part of their term project, ‘Flight’.

Before the children got their hands on a C-130, they were treated to a fun-packed lesson in aerodynamics and propulsion theory. To reinforce some of the points, the show-and-tell, provided by the Tech Support Fixed Wing Propulsion Cell, was a real crowd pleaser. The children were particularly interested in the various fan and turbine blades on show. But even thousands of dollars of single-crystal blade could not compete with the old and trusted balloon to demonstrate thrust.

Squadron Leader Pete Munn and I then escorted Room 18 and their parent helpers to No 40 Squadron. The children were

met by Corporal Willa Young and Leading Aircraftsman Gill Lindsay, who spent an hour and a half answering an onslaught of questions that came faster than a belt-fed machine gun!

The highlight for most was the visit to the cockpit. Corporal Andrew Brooks kept a close eye on the children as they sat in the crew seats, dreaming about flying the mighty Hercules. No doubt they were remembering their ‘Aerofoil Theory 101’ lesson as they

poked at the control column, while imitating engine sounds … or maybe not.

Room 18 and their teacher really enjoyed their visit to No 40 Squadron and were full of praise for our Air Force personnel. In addition to filling the children’s heads with knowledge and fond memories, CPL Willa, LAC Lindsay and CPL Brooksy have helped to strengthen the RNZAF’s enduring links with the local community and also furthered our professional image.

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the New Zealand Defence Force put its might behind a nationwide campaign in October to collect cans for foodbanks. the campaign, called Mission Kiwi Can, was launched on 1 October and concluded on 16 October—world Food Day.

The Chief of Defence Force, Lieutenant General Jerry Mateparae, said Mission Kiwi Can is the NZDF’s main charity campaign for 2009. “Over the last few months the demand for food parcels has increased substantially, with families all over New Zealand needing help,” he said. “I thank all NZDF people who got behind this campaign and showed their generosity to those in the wider community who needed our assistance.”

Points of contact were nominated at each ship, camp, and base, as well as in Navy Reserve and Territorial Force units. These people coordinated the collection of cans in each region.

Regional foodbank coordinators were delighted that the NZDF supported them.

Auckland City Missioner Diane Robertson said, “The donations from Navy, Army, and Air

Force personnel will help to stock our stores in the run up to our busy period in December when we make up food parcels for Christmas. Mission Kiwi Can is a fantastic initiative and I know that our missions will join me in thanking all the Defence personnel who helped the thousands of New Zealanders who battle hunger every day.”

Mission Kiwi Can resulted in a colossal 6,327 cans being collected and donated to foodbanks from Whitianga to Dunedin—and we’re still counting.

Thank you to all who supported the campaign and donated cans to this very worthy cause.

Base Ohakea soars into action!

Base Ohakea personnel collected a massive 1,193 cans!

Flight Lieutenant Kate Clark led a group of service people from Base Ohakea, who went into the Square in Feilding and held a 'Have a Go' morning. In exchange for a can, visitors could try out the various Air Force equipment and clothing on display. Children eagerly participated and some elderly folk turned up with cans, just to support the cause. The initiative was very successful, with a positive response from all.

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NZDF Headquarter’s personnel dug deep, with each floor contributing hundreds of cans. Vice Chief of Defence Force, Rear Admiral Jack Steer handed over the cans on 16 October to Wellington City Mission’s representative, Father Des Britten, who was extremely appreciative of everyone's efforts.

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Base Ohakea’s outstanding ‘can’tributions flown in by No 3 Squadron to the Palmerston North Methodist Social Services Food Bank representatives (L to R): GSh Paulette Morton, Lyndell hokianga-Boyd (Food Bank), SQNLDR Chaplain Bill Dewar, and Frankie Maney (Food Bank).

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By MAJ MONIquE BROWN

waiouru resounded with spirited music, song, and dance during the recent New Zealand Army Cultural festival. More than 500 performers and spectators from all over New Zealand gathered at waiouru for what is now a cultural highlight in the NZ Navy, Army and Air Force’s calendar of events.

The Chief of Army, Major General Rhys Jones opened the festival, acknowledging the importance of Maori culture. Every festival thrills and inspires the spectators and participants with something special, and this year was no exception. The Master of Ceremonies, Mr Piripi Munroe entertained and expertly guided the performances with military precision, finishing each bracket with just minutes to spare.

The Linton roopu paid tribute to Corporal Willie Apiata, Victoria Cross recipient, by performing a song composed by Derek Lardelli acknowledging the unselfish actions, devotion to duty, and the inspirational qualities of respect and humility that Willie Apiata personifies.

The Waiouru roopu sang a moving song composed by Jase Te Are, dedicated to 'Nanny Toots’ Ngatungaane Brown, Queen's Service Medal recipient, who died late last

year. Trentham addressed the issues of domestic violence and violence against children with parents performing beside their children giving power to their message. The Burnham and Papakura roopu both dedicated their performance to 28th Maori Battalion veteran Koro Eric Henry who died on Anzac Day this year.

kokowai or the traditional Maori red made from shark’s liver.

Te Tini O Hauraki performed with great gusto as their tutor Nathan Wharton led their tribute to the late Sir Howard Morrison, singing How Great Thou Art.

Air Force stormed the stage with a dramatic performance from the men and women of all four Air Forces Bases. Te Awhiorangi is the spearhead for Maori cultural growth and development within the Air Force and they wowed the audience with their style, skill, and passion—giving Deputy Chief of Air Force, Air Commodore Gavin Howse plenty of reason to be proud.

The Navy looked striking in their costumes and gave a professional, skilled and polished performance demonstrating great passion and enthusiasm.

The festival was truly multicultural as the rhythmic sounds of island drums filled the hall and the energetic dancing from Te Reo O Te Pacifica, representing their Cook Island heritage, entertained the audience. They acknowledged the Commander, 2 LFG, COL Howie Duffy who was in the audience, and thanked him and others for making their journey to the festival possible.

As well as spectacular music and dance the festival provided other visual treats. The women of Te Korowai O Te Raki from Papakura wore magnificent hand woven flax bodices that flowed and danced during their performance. Their costumes were black and

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The final performance came from Nga Mokopuna o Te Hokowhitu a Tu and was inspirational. They are the grandchildren and great grandchildren of men and women whose performances have been associated with the Army since World War I.

Complete silence echoed from the Conference centre while a solo sung by nine-year-old Nehu Karaka brought many to tears.

The children remained on stage for the final formalities as MAJGEN Jones closed the festival. "It was encouraging to see, with so many young people in the groups, that clearly kapa haka is a growing art," he said.

Piripi Monroe led all four verses of Pokarekare Ana to finish the festival.

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Te Awhiorangi MCG women display the fire and passion of the Maori culture.

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PersCornerGPCAPT KEVIN McEVOY ASSISTANT ChIeF OF AIR FORCe PeRSONNeL

while recruit numbers have reduced in the last few months, interest in joining the Royal New Zealand Air Force remains high, and the Air Force recruiters throughout the country are kept busy looking after applicants.

As well as administering recruiting tests and conducting interviews, the Air Force recruiters travel widely throughout their region fostering interest in the RNZAF.

Activities include:

>> General recruiting

>> Leadership training, and

>> Primary Schools’ initiative.

None of these activities can be achieved without support from the bases, so a big thanks to all those who regularly assist recruiting with these and other activities.

RECRuItINg IN gENERAlBy Fltlt SIMON COStEllO (WEllINgtON OFFICE)

There are two main promotional tasks that recruiters undertake on a regular basis: school visits and careers expos.

School visits normally consist of a presentation to students on possible trades in the RNZAF, as well as the lifestyle. Emphasis tends to be placed on promoting trades that we are looking to recruit at the time. Audiences range from small classroom groups through to hundreds of students in a packed school hall, with both scenarios being a real test of the recruiter’s presentation skills.

Career Expos are similar to school visits in that the audience may vary from small trade-orientated themes, to huge three-day events like the Coke Expo. At Career Expos, staff interact with thousands of potential applicants, which can prove far more challenging than school visits, as you don’t

were attended by the Highlander’s rugby players—for added motivation and included free tickets to upcoming games.

The classroom activit ies focused on leadership theory and the application of theory in situations the students were likely to encounter. For example, organising a school formal or trying to win a sports competition.

Running an exercise like this allows a strong relationship to be formed between recruiters and the schools. We want the best people—this makes us the professional organisation that we are. The leadership training is growing, and both Dunedin and Christchurch Offices plan on further training next year.

PRIMARy SCHOOlS' INItIAtIvEBy F/S JACquElINE DOOlAN-tINDAll (CHRIStCHuRCH OFFICE)

In mid-2008, a project to visit primary schools within the Canterbury area commenced, concentrating on visits to rural primary and area schools. An Iroquois on task in the South Island was used to assist with publicity for these visits, and proved popular with locals, parents, teachers, and children.

As a follow up to the initial visits, schools have been offered a general presentation on the RNZAF. This presentation outlines RNZAF roles, aircraft and squadrons, team work, fitness, operational deployments, and everyday activities. Incorporated with the presentation are interactive demonstrations of drill and mock fitness tests—5-year-olds are amazing at press ups!

Also on offer are stories on helicopters, Anzac Day, Grandpa’s Medals, and the ‘Donkey Man’—all designed to promote greater awareness of the RNZAF and our role among younger minds.

have a captive audience—you have to capture their attention!

lEADERSHIP tRAININgBy Sgt MIKE IvAMy (DuNEDIN OFFICE)

earlier in the year the Dunedin Recruiting Office, with assistance from Woodbourne and Christchurch staff, conducted a leadership week at five Dunedin schools. The leadership programme was aimed at the schools’ high flyers—their head boys and girls, prefects, and sports team captains.

The week covered both classroom and outdoor activities. The outside activities consisted of a series of 20-minute leadership exercises, similar to those used on promotion courses. Some of the outdoor exercises

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when I look at the young people within our Air Force, what I see is talent. Other people are saying the same. however, talent in my books, is only the beginning—it means nothing if it cannot be harnessed into tangible results.

Commanders, Warrant Officers, and Senior Non-Commissioned Officers are saying to me, “he or she has huge potential”, or “he or she is potentially going to be my best troop”. These people are not saying they are the best troop, but they are saying ‘potentially’ they are.

But how do we get to the next step? In my world there is no pay off on potential unless there is an opportunity to perform and produce results—results are what count. I say this because your best troop or troops could be the ones that don’t show this potential because they are just doing it—producing results.

One of the roles of commanders and supervisors is to be the conscience of our troops, especially during their developing years. We should be demanding of them when they think they are incapable of giving. We should be telling them they “can do better” because it is these words of encouragement that turns talent and ‘potential’ into results.

We have a vision of being an Air Force that is the best in all that we do. This does not mean that every airman has to be the best

at everything—that is unachievable—but everyone can be the best at something. You need to think about that one.

In the last four months I have seen some amazing things being delivered—from our response to the tragedy in Samoa to the graduation of the last recruit course—all amazing. One group of people doing the real business and producing results, another group are stepping up and showing potential to be their replacements when it’s their turn. And their turn will come; we must ensure we turn this talent and potential into results, because results produce success.

>> mentoring

>> opportunity, and

>> self-drive.

If we provide this environment, results will follow and we will have no problem in retaining, recruiting, and eventually finding our replacements when it's time to move on.

If you have the desire, dedication, and enthusiasm, and you can maintain these qualities, you are well on the way in moving from ‘potential’ to ‘producer’.

These qualities need to be encouraged by our commanders, supervisors, and even family. However, achieving this result will come down to the individual to make the sacrifices, supply the enthusiasm, and to have the desire to be the best.

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all that we do”We know also there is a ‘rite of passage’ that comes with everything we do. Those who have talent, for example, get given opportunities because they have the qualities and qualifications we want them to have. This gives us confidence when we provide them opportunities, and we need to provide our personnel with opportunities—we should not be guilty of leaving talent on the shelf.

As stated, talent is only the beginning, it needs to be followed up by good:

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the 2009 Minister of Defence Awards of

Excellence to Industry dinner was held at the

Duxton hotel in wellington on wednesday

14 October 2009.

Over two hundred and seventy guests attended the awards dinner. The Minister of Defence, Wayne Mapp was the Guest speaker and he presented the awards to the winners and highly Commended certificates to the finalists.

DeFenCe inDUstrY aWarDs 2009

OUtStANDING AChIEVEMENt MEDAL AwARDEDNew Zealand’s Defence Attaché to the Republic of the Philippines, Group Captain Mary Cox of the Royal New Zealand Air Force was honoured by The Department of National Defence (DND), Singapore, when she was awarded the Outstanding Achievement Medal on 6 August, 2009 at Camp Aguinaldo, Quezon City.

T h e “ O u t s t a n d i n g Ac h i eve m e n t Medal” is awarded by the Secretary of National Defence for distinguished and extraordinary achievement for services in the advancement of science or in socio-economic, technical, and military fields related to the national defence or for public service of the highest order.

It was awarded to GPCAPT Cox for her contributions in the enhancement of military and security relations between New Zealand and the Philippines w i th the New Zea land Mutua l Assistance Programme. GPCAPT Cox was instrumental in the successful conduct of several activities aimed to aid the DND and Air Force Philippines in enhancing expertise as well as gaining knowledge and experience in the performance of the military profession.

GPCAPT Cox is the first female officer to serve as Dean of the Foreign Armed Forces Attaché.

winner Category ASingapore Technologies Aerospace (ST Aerospace)

winner Category BNew Zealand Ocean Technology Limited

winner Category CBECA Applied Technologies Ltd

2009 aWarD Winners

“two of the three awards were woN

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Category C winner (L to R): Minister of Defence, wayne Mapp presents the Award to Mr thomas hyde and Mr Llannyn Smith of BECA Applied technologies.

GPCAPt Mary Cox

Dr Mapp said that the Awards celebrate and

give recognition to companies that have

delivered exceptional service to the New

Zealand Defence Force.

“The NZDF is a highly professional Defence

Force, a fact that is recognised and celebrated

by many New Zealanders. Its response to the

recent tragedy in Samoa and Tonga is a case

in point. New Zealanders value and rely on

the safety and security the NZDF provides to us and our neighbours abroad.

“The security and the professionalism of the NZDF is worthy of celebration. So too is the excellence of the companies that support the NZDF in that professionalism,” Dr Mapp said.

Two of the three awards were won by companies involved in RNZAF projects. The success of these companies reflects positively on the many RNZAF personnel involved in both projects, whose contributions have been critical to successful project outcomes.


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Chief of Air Force, Air Vice-

Marshal Graham Lintott,

presented the following medals

and commendations on Friday

2 October 2009 at Defence

house, Wellington (L to R):

FlIgHt SERgEANt D. ClAytON Clasp to the RNZAF Long Service and Good Conduct Medal

FlIgHt SERgEANt K. WOODgyER New Zealand General Service Medal (Timor-Leste)

SquADRON lEADER O. ClARK New Zealand Operational Service Medal

SquADRON lEADER l. tHOMAS Timor-Leste Solidarity Medal

FlIgHt lIEutENANt J. vOICE Commission Parchment

caf’s Presentations

Based on a Marlborough Express article by Rachel Young

Mr Dave McFarlane is the Projects works Officer for the Royal New Zealand Air Force at Base woodbourne and is responsible for the development and delivery of all infrastructure and construction projects works on the Base.

As Dave is the only projects officer at Woodbourne, he is quite a busy man. But he has another string to his bow. Dave, who has dedicated nearly 40 years of his life to fire-fighting, has been appointed to the New Zealand Fire Service Commission.

Dave, who is also Chief Fire Officer of the Renwick Volunteer Fire Brigade, was about to attend his daughter's wedding in Fiji on

9 September when the Minister of Internal Affairs, Nathan Guy phoned to tell Dave he had been appointed to the Commission. Naturally, Dave was ecstatic.

Now in his 38th year with the brigade, Dave will have to resign from his position as Chief Fire Officer at Renwick, to avoid any conflict of interest. "I was looking for a new challenge

and, lo and behold, one has come along," he said.

The Commission is a crown entity that controls the New Zealand Fire Service and is responsible for an annual budget of more than $300 million. It also acts as the National Rural

Fire Authority. It aims to reduce the incidence and consequences of fires and provide a professional response to other emergencies.

Dave said the appointment would require him to travel to Wellington regularly.

The commission is bound to appoint members with experience in certain areas, including finance, business and economic management.

Dave, a former president of the United Fire Brigades Association, was appointed for his operational fire-fighting experience. Dave said it was great to have the opportunity to provide service at another level and he said he could not wait to start.

This is not the first time his extensive experience has been acknowledged. In 2007, he was awarded the Queen's Service Medal for public service.

Congratulations Dave! This is a huge honour and something we know you will execute with the utmost professionalism.

toP Post for fire cHief

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After 13 weeks of training, 60 Air Force recruits stepped up to a career in the Royal New Zealand Air Force on Friday 9 October 2009.

In front of family and friends, the graduates from Command and Recruit Training Squadron marched out onto the parade ground at Air Force Base Woodbourne in front of Chief of Air Force, Air Vice-Marshal Graham Lintott, who was the Reviewing Officer for the parade.

The parade included a drill display, a physical training display, and a performance of the RNZAF haka, Ko Te Taua-A-Rangi—‘War party of the sky’.

The training the recruits receive is challenging and is designed to prepare new enlistees for service in the RNZAF. It equips airmen and women with the self-confidence, discipline, and sense of responsibility to tackle the further demands of their specialist training.

AC T.D. AMOSAC R. ANGeLOAC S.W. ANGLISSAC A. BETTLEAC P.M. BONDAC N.A. BORThWICKAC M.h. BOWYeRAC D.e. COOPeRAC B.J. DAVIESAC C.I. DAVISAC T. De ROOAC J. De VRIeSAC A.S. DRABBLeAC H.D. DUNLOPAC T.D. eDWARDSAC C.B.J. FeRGUSONAC G.R. FORBeSAC M.J. FORDAC A.M. FOXAC T.J. FRANCIS

AC D.M. FReeSTONeAC R.D.L. GALBRAIThAC J. GReeNAC S.P. HALLEYAC J. hARMONAC A.M. HAYESAC M.C. heRDAC B.R.W. hODGeAC M. JENKINSAFCDTY S.H. JOHNSONAC S.J. KeARNeYAFCDTY D.M. KINGAC E.C. LAINGAC K.R. LOVeAC G.S. MACKINTOSHAC e.J.A. MATheRAC S.h. MCDeRMOTTAC A.L. MCKAYAC J.h. MCKINNeY-RYDeRAC L.D. MeLLOR

AC S.L. MORRISONAC S.C. NAIRNAC A.C. NeVARDAC C.H. NICHOLASAC G.K. ONAAC M.P. OOSTeRBAANAC T.W. ORAMAC L.W. PEAKEAC C. PORTeRAC S.J. POWeRAC K. ROWLeYAC B.M. SANDBROOKAC B. SEUNGAC J.J. SNYDeRSAC J.A.D. STeWARTAC A.D. TAYLORAC C.J. THOMPSONAC A.e. ThURSTONAC M.J. VeRhOeVeNAFCDTY J.J. WHITE

neW air force Graduates steP uP

tHe Graduates

troPHy WinnersLAwSON CUP AND wOAF COIN (top Recruit)—AC C.H. NicholasACADEMIC tROPhY (top Academic)—AC M. BowyerR.I. SIMPSON tROPhY (top Range/Active Defence)—AC J.J. SnydersPAt GODDARD MEMORIAL tROPhY (top Female Physical training)—AC G.K. OnahAwEA ShIELD (top Male Physical training)—AC T.J. FrancisChRIS BLACK MEMORIAL tROPhY (Determination, enthusiasm, morale building)— AC C.H. Nicholas

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Graduates from the 09/02 Recruit Course standing at attention during CAF, AVM Graham Lintott’s speech.

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Royal New Zealand Air Force personnel routinely train for humanitarian assistance and disaster relief operations and are positioned to rapidly deploy around the globe in response to crises ranging from natural disasters to conflict.

BACKGROUND

This was recently evidenced when an RNZAF P-3K Orion departed from Whenuapai to conduct a reconnaissance to help plan appropriate humanitarian assistance to Samoa. The Pacific island nation was struck the same day by a massive 8.3 magnitude earthquake, generating 15-foot waves that destroyed whole villages. The disaster left more than 140 people dead in Samoa, Tonga, and neighbouring American Samoa.

PERSONNEL INVOLVED

The NZDF deployed 150 personnel from the Navy, Army, and Air Force and participated in a whole of New Zealand Government approach to assist the Governments of Samoa and Tonga with disaster relief.

The rescue operation was a joint military effort involving personnel from:

>> NZDF Command element based at the NZ High Commission in Apia

>> NZDF environmental health Officers

>> NZDF Aero-Medical Evacuation team

>> New Zealand Army (NZ Army)

>> Royal New Zealand Navy (RNZN), and

>> Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF).

> Ministry of Health

> Customs

> The Ministry of Civil Defence and Emergency Management

> Police

> National Government Organisations

>> NZAID

>> NZ Red Cross and other aid agencies, and

>> Australian Defence Force.

NZDF tSUNAMI DRAw DOwN

The NZDF successful ly achieved i ts immediate disaster relief tasks in the wake of the tsunami and personnel and equipment no longer required left Apia aboard HMNZS CANTeRBURY on Wednesday 21 October.

Wing Commander Karl Harvey, NZDF Senior National Officer said, “The effects of this tsunami have been felt across the South Pacific and it has had a significant impact on the people of Samoa and Tonga directly, something NZDF personnel have seen every day. The tragic loss of life cannot be reversed but we hope that with our contribution to the combined aid effort, the people of Samoa and Tonga can start down the road to recovery and rebuild their respective communities and countries.”

Providing relief for the Pacific Islands was a massive, inter-agency exercise. Additional support was provided by personnel from:

>> Samoan Government

>> NZ Government agencies

> Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade

> Ministry of Pacific Island Affairs

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the devastation to Vailoa village near Lalamonu, Samoa.

Loading the hercules (L to R): CPL Matt Ericksen and CPL Jason King.

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The tsunami hit the Pacific at 0648 NZ time on 30 September (that's 29 September in Samoa, across the dateline). within only a few hours of hearing that a tsunami was approaching, an RNZAF P3 Orion was tasked to provide assistance and arrived in Samoa at 1845 that day.

In providing such a rapid response to the disaster, the RNZAF had to carefully manage conflicting priorities and adapt as needed. By doing so, we demonstrated our ability to deliver directed operational requirements, while introducing new capabilities.

All four RNZAF operational flying Squadrons provided strategic airlift and hands-on support for Operation Samoa Assist:

No 5 Squadron

>> An RNZAF P-3K Orion aircraft was the first to arrive on the day of the tsunami and conducted three days of disaster reconnaissance and aerial searches of the Samoan and Tongan coastline.

>> Arial information gathered provided vital information that enabled multi-national aid teams to prioritise support needs.

No 40 Squadron

>> An RNZAF C-130 hercules and Boeing 757 aircraft flew seven missions from NZ. They delivered equipment and supplies, and transported medical, evacuation, and search and rescue teams.

>> The Boeing 757 was also used to return eleven New Zealanders injured by the tsunami back to NZ.

>> In a joint Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) and RNZAF operation, an RAAF C-130 hercules flew two flights from NZ delivering RNZAF helicopters and other aid.

No 3 Squadron

>> One Iroquois helicopter conducted flying operations based at Faleolo International Airport.

>> Two Iroquois helicopters provided tactical airlift and flew 76 hours in support of tasks for the Samoan Government, NZ Government agencies, NZ Police and other aid agencies. Most of the tasks were aid distribution from Faleata to villages in both Upolu and Savaii.

>> RNZAF personnel also assisted in the clean up of Manono Island and the repair and re-floating of a local fishing vessel.

No 6 Squadron

>> Seasprite NZ-3601 provided uplift of aid supplies to Niuatopatapu including the transportation of 40 tsunami victims to safety.

>> RNZAF personnel also assisted in the cleanup of debris on the island.

rnZaf’s raPid resPonse

“aN rNZaf p-3k orioN airCraft was the first to arrive”

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An RNZAF 3 SQN Iroquois on the flight line of Faleolo Airport, with the 40 SQN Boeing 757 in the background.

three services working as One Force to help clean up on Niuatoputapu Island (L to R): SGt Johnathan Edmonds (Air), PtE Sean McGuinniety (Army), and AStD Ngareima Little (Navy).

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no 5 sQuadron first off tHe marKBy CPl ADAM COAtES

The first I heard about a tsunami was when I arrived at work on wednesday 30 September. Reports were coming in about major damage to the Samoan and tongan Islands and a tsunami warning had been issued for New Zealand. At 1000 we got the word that No 5 Squadron would be heading up to Samoa ASAP to conduct disaster reconnaissance.

DAY ONE

On arrival in Samoa the aircraft proceeded to fly low level along the southern coastline of Upolu, which was where the majority of the damage was being reported. The scene presented to us was something none of the crew will forget in years to come. The parts of the coastline at sea level were in ruin. Water was still visible much further inland than seemed possible and on the hills behind many of the villages, you could see a vivid line between dirt and vegetation, where the wave had travelled up the hill and ripped all the plant growth back into the sea.

There were large piles of floating debris up to 400 m off shore in which lay many household items such as chairs and bedding. Sections of framework from walls could be seen on the bottom of the reef and in one case a large section of corrugated iron roof. No 5 Squadron had flown down this coast line not one month earlier and all the resorts

and villages that once stood there were now just concrete foundations. After taking some initial photography, and with fading light, we headed back to Apia.

DAY twO

On Day Two we got airborne shortly after sunrise, with intentions of collecting further imagery of both islands and heading to the northern Tongan groups to do the same. Due to mediocre light during Day One we flew back down the southern coastline of Upolu to gather better imagery. Observers were seated in each of the aircraft windows with the task of looking for significant damage or survivors in the water. We completed the day assisting the Samoan patrol boat Nafanua, directing them to items of interest in the water. Light was once again becoming an issue at this stage so it was back to Apia for crew rest and to plan and prepare for Day Three.

DAY thREE

Having covered Upolu Island in the previous two days the plan on Day Three was to gather imagery to determine how bad Savaii was damaged and then proceed south to Tonga. The amount of aircraft on the tarmac as we arrived at Faleolo that morning was very eye opening in terms of how many nations were involved in this operation—three Australian C-130s where on the tarmac, along with a

US Coastguard C-130, and an Australian C-17 that had just left. An RNZAF 757 landed as we taxied out for takeoff. Numerous helicopters could also be heard on the radio dropping supplies to the villages that were cut off from vehicle access.

Once airborne it was determined visually and by photography that Savaii was not hit as badly as Upolu. We then flew south to assess islands in the Tongan region. After these islands were assessed and relevant imagery gathered we began the long transit back to Whenuapai.

MISSION ACCOMPLIShED

The information that was gathered in those first few days was used to determine which areas needed the most assistance. In turn, this helped other Squadrons, world-wide, to maximize their own relief effort by knowing which areas needed what supplies and whether they needed to be delivered by helicopter, or whether road access was available.

I am relatively new to No 5 Squadron and have only been on a few Search and Rescue operations. It amazed me to see the scale to which other countries are prepared to go to assist a nation in a time of crisis. I’m sure everyone who helped in any way with the Samoan relief effort feels very proud to have helped out with such an unfortunate event.

“the parts of the CoastliNe at sea level were iN ruiN. water

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By Sgt PElE tANuvASA

the morning of wednesday 30 September started off in typical No 40 Squadron fashion—aircraft deployed to all four corners of the globe in support of NZDF operations, while a hercules and Boeing held the fort back home in New Zealand, primed and ready to go should something go down.

Sure enough something did go down on that particular morning—a Pacific tsunami off the coast of Samoa. Immediately following its announcement, all Squadron hands that remained on deck were called on to help out our Pacific Island neighbours in their hour of need. In a demonstration of the effectiveness of airpower, No 40 Squadron was airborne and laden with desperately needed supplies and personnel less than 24 hours after the tsunami hit.

This required a considerable amount of effort, not only from Squadron personnel, but also the support services such as the Air Movements sections across the country who worked

tirelessly through the wee small hours of the morning. Their support ensured we got what was needed to those who needed it, when they needed it. While No 40 Squadron is no stranger to short-notice aid flights, it’s always

no 40 sQuadron Primed and ready to Go

no 3 sQuadron raPid iroQuois teardoWn

reassuring when we can prove our flexibility. As Samoa and her neighbours continue with the reconstruction effort, we can only hope that the assistance we provided will go some way towards helping them rebuild.

By AC ANDREW RAySON

Aircraftsman Rayson is a member of No 3 Squadron’s maintenance team. The team put in an amazing effort to have helicopters ready, in such a short time span, for transport to Samoa. This is his account of the team’s response.

When the call came out at midday that we were sending aircraft to Samoa for the tsunami relief effort, we had the first frame for the Iroquois under the gantry within five minutes. Small teams were quickly assembled and splintered off in all directions to complete the myriad tasks required to prepare. It was all hands to the pump—the Phase team ‘dropped tools’ on their jobs and came over to help, and some Senior Non Commissioned Officers, commonly seen lurking in the back offices, were also sighted in overalls with tools in their hands!

Within two hours, the team had:

>> the main rotor head and mast assembly off and in the process of being dismantled for transport

>> taken the synchronised elevators out

>> installed the tail boom tie down bar in place

>> removed and stowed one tail rotor blade

>> fitted single-bogey wheels

>> disconnected the aircraft battery

>> installed tie down rails in the cabin, and

>> checked and loaded toolkits for the rebuild on the other end.

When the Australian C-130 arrived at around 1530 to transport the first frame over to Samoa, it quickly became apparent that they would have trouble loading the frame without a winch. Immediately, a group of about 20 was organised and pushed the aircraft up into the ‘Herc’, and helped make short work of loading the rest of the gear.

Nightshift came on and took up the normal maintenance, while the second frame was moved to the gantry to be torn down in turn by a small dedicated team of volunteers who stayed on while the bulk of the dayshift headed home. By 1800, as the C-130 was taxiing out to take off, the second frame was almost completely torn down and nightshift moved in to finish off the job. The second frame was ready to be loaded by 2200, after a frantic but well coordinated effort.

Impressively, the scheduled 50-hour servicing and pack-up for the upcoming Exercise Steel Talon were not affected and, with a little extra effort, all the maintenance objectives for the week were met.

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Auckland Air Movements personnel load five pallets of Maritime NZ equipment onto a C-130 hercules bound for Samoa.

No 3 SQN reassembling NZ3806 (L-R): LAC Adam Van Gelder, SGT Muzz Mansfield, CPL Blair thwaites, CPL Jo harrison, SGt Isaac hastings, and LAC Simon Fiddes.

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By POHCM JAyDEN StRICKlAND

No 6 Squadron deployed early last month to assist with relief efforts aboard hMNZS CANtERBURY.

Seasprite NZ-3601 and a crew of naval aviators captained by NO 6 Squadron’s Commanding Officer, Commander Jason Haggitt, and a 13-strong maintenance crew, sailed at 1000 on 10 October to assist with relief efforts. The ship's first stop was Nuku’alofa, Tonga to uplift further aid supplies and local government vehicles for transport to Niuatopatapu. CANTeRBURY arrived in Niuatopatapu on 14 October and swung into action by launching her Seasprite

helicopter ahead of the ship to conduct aerial reconnaissance. A team of Army Engineers were landed ashore to assess the level of damage and prioritise how awaiting aid and manpower was to be utilised.

Over a period of two days, Seasprite 01 was tasked with under-slinging 87 loads (approximately 25 tonnes) consisting of:

>> donated clothing

>> food and water

>> medical supplies

>> building equipment

>> generators and fuel, and

>> water tanks

Seasprite 01 also transported over 40 people between ship and shore, shore and ship. This included 13 family members returning to the island who were unable to be transported by sea boats ashore.

During a period of limited flying activity, five members of the flight maintenance team also assisted ashore with cleanup of debris left behind by the tsunami.

Seasprite 01 and the flight crew provided a high standard of air lift capability to CANTeRBURY during the tsunami relief. This was achieved through the professionalism, integrity, and teamwork of the No 6 Squadron’s attachment onboard.

no 6 sQuadron suPPortinG Pacific neiGHBours

FROM CHIEF OF DEFENCE FORCE, lIEutENANt gENERAl JERRy MAtEPARAE

To the men and women of the New Zealand Defence Force I write to express my immense pride in the manner with which you have conducted yourselves around recent challenging events.

Of significance, is the way you responded to the Tsunami in the Pacific, and the marshalling of our immediate response to get aid and relief to those in desperate need.

I visited Samoa in person, accompanying the Foreign Minister Murray McCully, and we were both impressed by the “can do” attitude being shown by our people on the ground. This was epitomised in the way the crew reconfigured the Boeing 757 to allow for the medical evacuation of injured New Zealanders back to this country.

Multi-agency operations and tasks like these, reliant as they are on NZDF equipment, manpower and expertise for their success, are vital activities consistent with our mission to keep New Zealand secure.

I congratulate you for the quality of work you have been doing, in obviously challenging circumstances.

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No 6 SQN personnel (L to R) CDR Jason haggit, POhCM Jayden Strickland, Lt Dave Longhurst, and CPOhCM Ati wynyard prepare for take-off. Seasprite dropping off supplies. Supplies and clothes for Nuku'alofa, tonga.

Children from Niuatoputapu Island are happy to see the RNZAF arrive.

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By W/O ROB SERvICE

Change is on the way for the Royal New Zealand Air Force Aviation Refueller (AVRFLR) trade. Established on 31 March 2003—following the disestablishment of the Mechanical transport trade, which was made obsolete—the AVRFLR trade is a ‘new’ trade that has spent the last six years embedding itself into the RNZAF organisation.

The current function of the AVRFLR trade is to:

>> maintain airworthiness standards in the delivery of aviation fuel

>> de l i ve r av ia t ion fue l in to -p lane in suppor ted and non-suppor ted environments, and

>> provide specialist driver-training expertise within the RNZAF.

While these functions will remain in place, there are a number of RNZAF and NZDF Reviews that have the potential to affect the AVRFLR trade. These are:

Driving training Rationalisation

Initiated by Air Staff, this is a driving training solution that is just a concept at present.

The aim being to provide driving training without drawing current, qualified refuellers away from their primary refuelling role.

This may result in a different NZDF driving training model to meet single service requirements and the deployed needs of Headquarters, Joint Forces New Zealand.

the RNZAF Shared Services Review

Sponsored by Deputy Chief of Air Force, Air Commodore Gavin Howse; and Commander, Joint Logistics Service Organisation (JLSO), Air Commodore Stewart Baillie; this review aims to:

>> deliver support services to the RNZAF more efficiently by reducing costs, while ensuring operational effectiveness is not compromised, and

>> enable the RNZAF to employ military personnel in more operationally focused areas.

Currently, Aviation Refuellers are used to deliver domestic driving support. A possible change might be the shifting of domestic driving support to the JLSO so that qualified, uniformed AVRFLR personnel can be released

to perform their operational role of delivering fuel services.

RNZAF Employment Profile Project

Sponsored by Chief of Air Force, Air Vice-Marshal Graham Lintott, this project aims to:

>> compile an employment Profile (eP) for each RNZAF Trade or employment Group (EG)

>> establish alignment between the outputs of the AVRFLR trade to the RNZAF mission, and

>> collate relevant information that can inform decision making for each EG.

The AVRFLR Trade has completed an EP workshop and the results have been circulated amongst the trade.

NZDF Joint Fuels Review

Sponsored by Director Logistic Development, Captain eric Riordan, this review is part of the Defence Transformation Project.

The purpose of the review is to provide a set of recommendations to streamline fuel-related issues across the NZDF, by critically

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An Aviation Refueller operates the Scania 25,000 litre tanker during a hot Refuel (rotors

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examining all NZDF:

>> fuel process

>> procedures

>> training

>> contracts, and

>> policy.

RNZAF Support trades Rationalisation Review

The RNZAF has also introduced this review, which is sponsored by Assistant Chief of Air Force Personnel, Group Captain Kevin Mcevoy. It aims to look at a number of RNZAF support trades and is designed to undertake a functional and competency-based review of the support trades. The review aims to develop sustainable Trade structures that will best support military air operations during deployments.

Summary

The effects of the reviews combine to provide a degree of focus on the AVRFLR trade that is unprecedented in recent history. These reviews are on-going and no decisions have been made, to date. All Aviation Refuellers have been briefed on the various reviews during a series of Base briefings during August.

All of the reviews are looking at the best way of doing business in the future. Until then, it’s business as usual!

trade develoPmentwe are lookiNg at the best way of

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Aviation Refuellers prepare for a helicopter hot Refuel from a Deployable Bulk Fuel Installation.

AC Ange Dalton makes a visual fuel sample check.

LAC Matt wilson refuels the Airtrainers from the 1,400 litre Avgas trailer.

LAC Rex thompson connects a carter coupling to the refuelling tanker.



By CPl lISA ClAPHAM

Operation winter Fly-In (wINFLY) began with the arrival of the USAF C-17 on 18 August and ran until its departure on 30 August.

The Christchurch Air Movement’s Engineer Support Squadron (eSS) staff was joined by nine other New Zealand Defence Force personnel to form the Harewood Terminal Team (HTT). These nine were made up of six ESS Air Movements personnel, one Army Move Op, a Royal New Zealand Air Force Motor Trade bus driver and a Royal New Zealand Navy Reserve bus driver, who both had previous experience working within the HTT.

The purpose of WINFLY is to transport the necessary people, food, and equipment to Scott Base and McMurdo Station, Antarctica, in preparation for the main Antarctic polar season, which started in October. WINFLY also marks the first sunrise over Scott Base after four long months without sunlight.

With minimal daylight hours available, the aircraft had to work within a tight timeframe. The C-17 carried out four missions to Antarctica, offloading pallets built by the hTT. They also flew one other mission using night vision goggles as part of their own Squadron training and development.

During the two-week Operation the HTT were kept busy sorting cargo, building pallets, loading and unloading aircraft, and processing passengers.

In total, we checked-in:

>> 363 passengers

>> 27,730 lbs of baggage

>> 137,687 lbs of freight

>> 14,125 lbs of mail, and

>> 11,539 lbs of fresh food.

These flights were all dependent on the weather in Antarctica and, unfortunately, the flight was delayed for two days. We used this time to build pallets for the upcoming flights, which kept us well ahead throughout WINFLY and for the main season.

Overall, WINFLY was a successful and enjoyable operation, with positive comments from all involved.

oPeration Winfly

“wiNfly marks the first suNrise over sCott base after four loNg moNths without

suNlight”

delivery to antarcticaWINFLY is just the beginning of the Antarctic Season for the Christchurch Air Movement’s ESS team. During September a new team of NZDF personnel arrived at Christchurch Air Movements ESS to become the HTT for the main season.

On arrival, they undertook two and a half weeks of pre-deployment training, which covered:

>> safety training

>> vehicle driving

>> marshalling

>> pallet building, and

>> job roles specific for the Antarctic Season.

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the htt team prepared and ready to depart to Antarctica.

Supply aircraft pallets ready to be loaded on the C-17.


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By SqNlDR lEE tAylOR

Midway through watching the first half of the Bledisloe Cup match, a call came from Joint Force headquarters New Zealand advising that an urgent MEDIVAC (medical evacuation) was required from Antarctica and asking if No 40 Squadron could support it. Despite having four of our five C-130 hercules aircraft and many of our people already out of the country on Exercises and capability upgrades, the answer was, “Yes”.

Immediately a plan of action was put in place. By 2130 that evening a crew, MEDIVAC personnel from Auckland and Christchurch, and maintenance personnel from No 40 Squadron were all preparing for a departure the following day.

The Antarctic season for No 40 Squadron traditionally falls from November through January, depending on the requirements of

Antarctic New Zealand and the US Antarctic Programme. ‘Out-of-season’ flights, such as this, have been completed on occasions in the past but they do require greater attention to detail, depending on how close to summer the flight actually is. In this instance, light levels at Antarctica were good with 12 hours of light available. The weather was exceptional for the anticipated flight and all services at Pegasus airfield were functioning as a result of the US WINFLY period having been completed only several weeks prior.

Ground facilitation could not have been better, with our crew in constant contact with Antarctic weather forecasters both at McMurdo, Antarctica, and Charleston, S. Carolina, USA—where seasonal weather briefs are generated—and the ground contractors, Raytheon Antarctic, in both Christchurch and McMurdo. Despite little information available on the patient, a sense

of urgency was apparent to all involved and the flight was dispatched without a hitch. Completing ‘down and back’ flights to Antarctica is not the traditional norm for No 40 Squadron due to the 16-hour round trip. However, given the urgency of the flight, the crew was more than happy to fly the extended hours. Despite the apparent fatigue on the return home, there was a great sense of pride and achievement among the crew members; the heartfelt thanks from US Antarctic personnel only highlighting what a great achievement this was for the Royal New Zealand Air Force.

Antarctic MEDIVAC was another successful RNZAF mission—the patient was airlifted to safety, the southern lights were observed on the return flight home, and we won the Bledisloe Cup! It couldn’t have been a better weekend.

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By MR IAN KElly (uS StAtE DEPARtMENt SPOKESMAN)

I’d like to thank the Government of New Zealand, in particular, the Royal New Zealand Air Force, for sending a C-130 Hercules aircraft down from Christchurch to rescue an American citizen who had

been having serious medical problems at the McMurdo research station in Antarctica. This rescue is yet another example of the close cooperation between the New Zealand and American Antarctic programs over many years, and it’s a clear demonstration of the spirit embodied in

the Antarctic Treaty.

So let me just say again, we’re grateful that New Zealand was able to respond quickly for this rescue, and that their action is in the best tradition of our countries’ longstanding Antarctic cooperation.

Positive external PersPectiveBy MR KERRy CHuCK (ExtERNAl CONtRACtOR)

The MEDIVAC from this end was a tremendous success. It doesn’t matter how long you work in the Antarctic business, when we have a medical situation it is truly amazing how quick we can evacuate a patient. For the average person they only see the aircraft transporting the patient but the inter-program coordination that led up to this mission was the secret to its success. It was a great experience to be part of the team down on the ice and witness first-hand what it takes to evacuate a patient. A special thanks to the Squadron Leader Lee Taylor and his crew for the role they played in this mission—very professional.

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By lAC BREtt SIM

Exercise Kaipara thunder saw Supply, Administration, and Air Security personnel from No 40 Squadron travel to Kaipara recently. the aim was to view an explosives demonstration conducted by the Armament personnel who were on the Exercise to update their Explosive Ordnance Disposal qualifications.

The intention for the trades attending was to get an appreciation of the ease at which explosives—whether military, commercial, or homemade—can be turned into a Mail Bomb, improvised explosive device (IED) or roadside bomb, with only a small amount of explosives.

This was best demonstrated by the first few displays. The first was a detonator—the size of a cigarette and usually used just to set off the main charge—set off in a coffee tin leaving the tin ripped apart and looking like it had been turned inside out.

Next we were shown the effects of a small amount of explosive. These demonstrations used four differing explosive substances of military and commercial origin in various placements.

The final example for the first set was Sheet Plastic explosive, which is about the size of an A4 piece of paper and would easily fit into an envelope. This was set up on a desk with an aluminium briefcase sitting on top of it—as could easily happen in any office. Afterwards, all that was left behind was half a table and a couple of shredded pieces of aluminium.

how easy it is, if you have explosives and a bit of knowledge, to make an IED or roadside bomb.

The highlight of the day for everyone involved was the 1,000 lb aircraft bomb that the Armourers had been talking up all day. We were moved back to a safety distance of 1.5 km and after the beach patrols managed to politely clear two separate groups of civilians that had ‘missed’ the signs that warned them about the explosives in use it was unleashed. And it did not disappoint. When it takes a good 4–5 seconds for the shockwave to reach you—you know it’s big!

All-in-all, I think that an enjoyable day was had by all and everyone came away with an appreciation of the damage that something so small can cause.

I’d like to thank all the Armourers for inviting us to experience Exercise Kaipara Thunder and taking the time to explain and show us the different charges. It was a real eye opener, and shows the need for awareness not just when deploying to places like Afghanistan but also in sections on base such as Transit and Registry, where freight and mail is received on a daily basis.

Naturally, the Armourers also wanted to display some of the other bits and pieces that they had including 70 mm rocket motors, aircraft countermeasure flares, and a marker flare.

Next we moved onto some bigger, heavier stuff, including a limited selection of military ordnance. One memorable highlight was the very visible demonstration of large charge effects of commercially available explosives. All of these demonstrations brought home

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Dear John: the aftermath of the letter bomb demonstration.

Easy as: Setting up the Bangalore torpedoes (L to R): SGt Carter, SGt Johns, and AC Glazebrook.

Knee deep: F/S Robert Powell explains the effects of plastic explosives.

Sandy crater: what’s left of the sand dune after 25 kg of AMEx.

Shockwave: the dust settles after a huge 1,000 lb aircraft bomb explodes.

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By Fltlt RICK MCNABB

Cadet Corporal Phillippa wood—or ‘P3’ as she is known to her fellow NCOs at No 23 (Nelson) Squadron Air training Corps—is an Air training Cadet (AtC) with a difference. She loves to sail, and she is very good at it too! So good, that CPL wood has been selected as one of only two young New Zealanders to represent our country at the inaugural Youth Olympic Games in Singapore next year.

CPL Wood was chosen because of her academic ability, her personal qualities, and her sailing talents and achievements. Those chosen also have to be in contention for a medal win.

In winter of this year CPL Wood was one of eight yachties who represented New Zealand in the Lazer 4.7 Class World Championships held in Brazil. And only two years ago, CPL Wood was the first person to sail across Cook Strait

in an ‘Optimist’ class yacht. For those of us in

the lighter blue uniform, that’s something not

much bigger than a bath tub, and even then

the bath would be deeper than what she sailed

in. Not bad for a 15-year-old who admits that

she doesn’t offer much ballast when it comes

to yachting!

associates are in the local Sea Cadet Unit, but

to put it in CPL Wood’s words, “I love what ATC

offers me and when I am not doing ATC stuff I

can sail, so I get the best of both worlds”.

One of the criteria for CPL Wood’s selection in

the Olympic Youth Games was to write an essay

on what being “chosen“ would mean to her.

The following passage comes from that essay

and it is easy to understand why CDTCPL Wood

won: “For me the Olympic creed challenges me

to be the very best I can be; to take setbacks

in my stride and come back fighting harder to

achieve, having learned from my mistakes, but

proud of what I have already accomplished.”

One of CPL Wood’s aspirations in life is to skipper a yacht in a world race, like the America’s Cup. She is quick to point out though, that the yacht would be manned by an all female crew!

Perhaps a paradox in terms, you might well ask, “If you love sailing so much, why are you not in the Sea Cadet Corps?” Some of her sailing

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CDtCPL wood sailing her optimist dingy across Cook Straight with the Blue Bridge ferry in the back ground.

CDtCPL Phillippa wood in the Lazer 4.7 Class.


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By Sgt JAMIE ‘HORSE’ SutHERlAND

Initially, when I found out I was going to No 6 Squadron (or Naval Support Flight as it was known back then), I had mixed feelings. It was a place where, when talked about, the most frequent comment was, "well, at least you got your tapes out of it!" But as I had already been promoted, the only incentive left was to get to go off to sea, and I wasn’t sure whether that was a good thing, or not!

Looking back over the five years I've spent with No 6 Squadron, I can now say—without a word of a lie—I have no regrets. The people I have worked with are what really make No 6 Squadron so special. The friendships formed between personnel in the hangar, is reinforced when you are posted to sea. The team you work with at sea very quickly become workmates, fellow tourists, and sometimes close enough to call family.

Deployments are part or the norm, but then, that’s why most of us join the Air Force—to

travel. Once posted to a ship, you can expect to be ‘coming and going’ for about two years. Yes, there are personal sacrifices to be made, and it’s hard for our loved ones back home; but it’s definitely worth it.

Yes, the days can be long. When you’re not working, down time is usually spent sleeping, working out at the gym, or watching DVDs; although I have managed to play a few games and sports on the flight deck. And, dare I say it; I have experienced a few encounters with ‘King Neptune’ in ‘Crossing the Line’ ceremonies as well!

My highlights were the port visits to Vietnam, hong Kong, and West Australia—where my family now resides.

I also made a trip to Nagasaki and Hiroshima. I don’t think I would have ever made it to some of these places without the help of No 6 Squadron and the Navy.

As I posted off recently, I was asked the question—“Would I come back?” In all honesty, yes.

I enjoyed my time, and to share the friendship and professionalism of fellow members from No 6 Squadron again would be an honour.

Trips are mostly around South East Asia, but some have been known to visit the Arabian Gulf, India, Russia, and at this stage plans are being made to visit the USA. We travel with a small team of eight Maintainers and three Aircrew. Our shifts are determined by tasking of the aircraft, but are usually up to 14 hours long.

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Back row (L to R): CPL Clay Bremer, FLtLt will Neil, CPL Adam ‘Paddy’ Pattinson, LTCDR Mick Rainey, and F/S Terry Moffitt.

Front row (L to R): F/S Bart Simpson, CPL Alex Yule, F/S Al Priest, SGt ‘horse’ Sutherland, POhCM Jayden Strickland, and F/S Baden Powell.

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By gPCAPt EDWARD POOt

One of the few remaining New Zealanders who fought during the Battle of Britain, Squadron Leader John Pattison, DSO, DFC, has died, aged 92. A dashing and heroic World War II Spitfire pilot, SQDLDR Pattison, was the last remaining Commanding Officer of No 485 Squadron.

John Gordon Pattison was born on 27 January 1917 at Waipawa. He attended Wanganui Collegiate School, and worked on his father’s farm, during which time he joined the Civil Reserve of Pilots, and learned to fly Tiger Moths at the Hawke’s Bay and East Coast Aero Club.

When war broke out he was commissioned as a Pilot Officer (May 1940) and shortly after sailed for Britain. he joined No 266 Squadron at Debden, Essex, and after 22 hours on Spitfires he flew his first operational sortie, shortly after the Battle of Britain began.

After just four weeks in action SQDLDR Pattison was shot down, taking a cannon shell through the buttock. Nine months later he was back on operations with 485 NZ Squadron. his run of bad luck continued—shortly after returning to the air he had his engine shot

out over France and was forced to bail out into the Channel.

He was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC) in 1943 during his third tour of

After the D-Day landings he shot down a ME109 and a Focke-Wulf 190. For this deed he received the French Legion d’honneur. He was appointed to command 485 Squadron in September 1944, based under canvas in France and flying Spitfires in ground support operations. He was awarded the Distinguished Service Order (DSO) in May 1945 after completing a third tour of operational duty. During his wartime service he completed at least 259 sorties, destroying many enemy vehicles and shooting down enemy aircraft.

The DSO citation said he had displayed the highest standard of skill and courage, and his devotion to duty has been outstanding. It concluded, "he has set the highest standard of skill and courage and shown the finest qualities of leadership both in the air and on the ground".

This skilled and courageous pilot was not without a sense of humour. Over the years his family was told of wartime antics such as flying his Spitfire under the Severn Bridge, and flying back from France for 48 hours leave with his wife Pauline carrying champagne, bought for half a crown, stowed in the gun bays in the Spitfire’s wings.

operational duty during which he took part in many sweeps as well as numerous low level attacks. His DFC citation described him as “a fine flight commander; his determination, zeal and courage have been an inspiration to all.”

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After being discharged from the RAF in January 1946, SQNLDR Pattison returned to New Zealand. For the rest of his life he farmed at Waipawa before retiring to Havelock North. He always said that after the privations he had seen in Europe he felt that there was no better way than to spend a life than to feed a hungry world.

SQNLDR Pattison continued to lead in the community. At various times he was Deputy Master and then Master of the Hawke’s Bay Hunt, Chairman of the Central Hawke’s Bay Electric Power Board, and President of the Hastings Club. He continued to support 485 (NZ) Squadron Association, attending nearly all their annual dinners.

SQNLDR Pattison died at hawke’s Bay, New Zealand on 11 September 2009. He is survived by his four sons. A recently completed oil painting of him (left) by WGCDR Andrew Clark, RNZAF, now hangs in Headquarters 485 Wing. He will be missed by all those whose lives he touched.

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SQNLDR John Pattison’s Medals (L to R): DSO, DFC, 1939-45 Star with Battle of Britain clasp,

Air Crew Europe Star with clasp France and Germany, the Defence Medal, the war Medal

1939-45, NZ war Service Medal, Legion d'honneur (Legion of honour)—France.

SQNLDR John Pattison, DFC.

FLtLt Pattison (right) amusing SQNLDR Grant with one of his flying anecdotes, 1943.

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By Fltlt MARK CHADWICK(RNZAF tEAM CAPtAIN)

this year’s Inter-Service Rugby tournament, held at Linton Army Camp 7–11 September, saw the Air Force team ready for the challenge.

Armed with representative players for Marlborough: CPL Scott Robinson and FLTLT Andrew Mockford; and for Horrowhenua: AC Josh White, and AC Bryce Hesselin; the bulk of the team assembled on the Friday before for a pre-tournament training camp.

With the tournament opening scheduled for Monday afternoon and Air not due to play until the Wednesday afternoon, it gave us plenty of time to build some team cohesion and pattern.

The Management Team constructed a solid game plan, particularly after watching the Navy forwards beat up Army by winning 15–13 on the first day of the tournament!

Game One

Right from the start the team was keen and took the ascendancy. Playing into a stiff wind, Air still managed to move the ball round the park and away from Navy’s strength. A try from AC Joe Morris enabled us to lead at half-

time by 13–7. Starting the second-half with a 6 point lead, together with the wind behind us, gave us a fair degree of confidence. However, Navy crept back in front with a late penalty and strong defence, leaving the two teams level at 19–all on the final whistle.

A draw left the organisers scrambling to establish what was required to confirm a tournament winner. Points are allocated 4 for a win—1 for scoring four tries, 2 for a draw, and 1 for losing within seven points. If points are even, then the team having scored the most tries wins the tournament, if that is even then the King George V Cup is shared. Therefore, after two games Navy had 6 points (four tries), Air 2 points (one try) and Army 1 point (one try)—leaving a heap of calculations but all teams were still in contention.

Game two—Final

Air was struck with some sort of stomach bug overnight so we had a number of players feeling less than 100% going into the final game. After several personnel changes to accommodate the stomach bug and a couple of injuries, we again began the match playing into the wind.

We competed strongly throughout the first

half, despite the lack of ‘go-forward’ ball and it was only a late Army try that had us behind 12–5 at half-time. That left both teams looking for the win and another two tries each going into the second half.

Air managed to draw two penalties, but Army got on top and rolled in another four tries to take the win, 29–11.

The result enabled Army to retain the King George V Cup over an unlucky Navy side that was unbeaten throughout the tournament.

Summary

Despite the King George V Cup eluding Air Force once again, we played well and five Air Force players were announced in the NZDF representative squad:

>> FLTLT Mark Chadwick

>> CPL Scott Robinson

>> SGT Jason Price

>> AC Bryce Hesselin, and

>> SGT Andy Tihore.

Special thanks to CPL Sav Cameron, who stepped in to fill a management gap for us, and to LAC Talia Dutton for her work keeping the players fit for each of the games.

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thE RESULtS

1st: Army—6 points, 5 tries2nd: Navy—6 points, 4 tries3rd: Air—2 points, 2 tries

Day 1: Navy 15 beat Army 13Day 2 Navy 19 drew Air Force 19Day 3: Army 28 beat Air Force 12

PERSONNEL BASE POSItION

SGT Carl hunter Ohakea head Coach—ForwardsF/S Tom Kelly Woodbourne Coach—BacksF/S Peter (aka ‘C4’) Richardson Woodbourne ManagerCPL Geoff (aka ‘Sav’) Cameron Ohakea Assistant ManagerLAC Tahlia Dutton Woodbourne Strapper

thE MANAGEMENt tEAM

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PLAYER BASE POSItION

LAC Blair Kennelly Auckland HookerF/S Clayton 'Merv' Hughes Wellington PropLAC Mata Matatunoa Woodbourne PropLACDT Craig Moore Auckland LockFLTLT Mark Chadwick Auckland Loose Forward/HookerFLTLT Andrew Mockford Woodbourne Loose Forward/PropFGOFF James 'Jimmy' Peters Ohakea Loose Forward/LockSGT Perry Frecklington Woodbourne Loose Forward/LockAC Joe Morris Woodbourne Loose ForwardSGT Jason Price Auckland Loose ForwardAC Joshua White Ohakea Loose ForwardAC John Moore Auckland HalfbackFLTLT Charlie Beetham Wellington HalfbackCPL Scott Robinson Woodbourne 1st FiveFLTLT Adrian Grey Wellington 1st FiveF/S Shaun Rogers Auckland 2nd FiveSGT Andrew Tihore Auckland CentreAC Dave Miles Woodbourne Midfield BackCPL Richard Lund Woodbourne WingLAC Dayne Mozel Auckland WingCPL Marc Thomas Woodbourne Wing/TrainerAC Bryce Hesselin Woodbourne Fullback

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try scorer AC Joe Morris.

1st Five CPL Scott Robinson kicks a penalty into touch.

Navy Referee wOPtI Nigel hooper blows the whistle while RNZAF players (L to R) form a scrum: FLtLt Charlie Beetham (9), AC Joe Morris (7), LACDt Craig Moore, LAC Blair Kennelly, SGt Jason Price (8), FGOFF Jimmy Peters (5), and AC Josh white (6).

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imaGes from antarcticaBy DAvID WAtMuFF(COllECtIONS MANAgER, AIR FORCE MuSEuM OF NEW ZEAlAND)

In June the Air Force Museum received a donation of 180 35 mm colour slides from Mr Alun Breese, a former Royal New Zealand Air Force Airframe Fitter who served in Antarctica with the Commonwealth trans-Antarctic Expedition.

Alun arrived there by United States Air Force Globemaster on 25 October 1957, his job being to help service the RNZAF Antarctic Flight’s Auster and Beaver aircraft. During his time on the frozen continent, Alun took many pictures of his surroundings with his own camera, such as Scott Base, McMurdo, Mt Erebus, Shackleton’s Hut, and the Beardmore Glacier.

While official photographs provide a formal record of the RNZAF’s role there, Alun’s collection offers a more personal insight into life in Antarctica. Among the slides are some of a piano in the snow at Scott Base that was mysteriously ‘acquired’ from the Americans at McMurdo on Christmas Day,

and which was used to good effect in the Base’s social calendar.

Alun left Antarctica aboard the USS Greenville Victory on 4 February 1958. The Officer Commanding the RNZAF Antarctic Flight, Squadron Leader John Claydon, described Alun at the time “as a Welshman who was a ball of fire with a very lively sense of humour”.

Alun has had these slides for over 50 years and decided that they were best kept at the Museum for others to benefit from in the future. They are of very good quality and represent an historically valuable addition to the photographic collection.

Alun, who lives in Christchurch, came into the Museum and made the presentation

close to Auster NZ1707—the very aircraft he had helped service in Antarctica over 50 years ago, and the Museum’s Beaver aircraft. The original Beaver still lies on the Beardmore Glacier where it crashed in January 1960.

The Museum was delighted to accept Alun’s generous donation to its collection.

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Ice Piano: Alun Breese (orange goggles) enjoys a surreal tune

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an officer and a Gentleman1907 exPectations!An 0fficer should be comely, spratly and above all else, confident in his own dress and bearing.

He should, where possible, eat a small piece of meat each morning with molasses and beans.

He should air himself gracefully when under fire and never place himself in a position of difficulty when being shot at.

He should eat his meals comfortably and ahead of his soldiers, for it is he whom is more important tactically on the battlefield and therefore he who should be well nourished.

His hair should be well groomed and if possible he should adorn a moustache or similar facial adornment.

When speaking to his soldiers he should appear unnerved and aloof and give direction without in any way involving himself personally in the execution of arduous or un-officer like duties.

He should smoke thin panatellas except when in the company of ladies where he should take only a small gin mixed with lemon tea.

He should be an ardent and erudite gentleman and woo the ladies both in the formal environment and in the bedroom where he should excel himself beyond the ordinary soldier with his virulent love making prowess.

These I say to you are the qualities of an officer that set him apart from the lay person and the common soldier.

ltgEN HuBERt WORtHINgtONCommander In Chief5th Royal lndian Mountain DivisionBombay12 December 1907

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10. Aircraft Cargo, Pax or Weapons

13. Use of military force to pursue national objectives

15. The ability to be everywhere at once

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18. Platform capable of being reconfigured quickly (5,4)

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doWn1. Quickly divertible

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11. Change roles during sortie (5,4)

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ACROSS: 3. morale 4. conflict 6. Augusta 10. payload 13. warfighting 15. ubiquitous 16. protect 18. multirole 19. surveillance

DOwN: 1. flexible 2. joint 4. coalition 5. tactics 7. strategic 8. deploy 9. asymmetric 11. swingrole 12. perspective 14. seam 17. reach

crossWord #1 By Fltlt KEllI WIllIAMS(AIR POWER DEvElOPMENt CENtRE)LoL!

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WeLComes and fareWells

wELCOMESthe RNZAF extends a warm welcome to the following skilled personnel who have joined us recently:

BASE wOODBOURNE

Fltlt P. Milnes Enlist: 9/11/09 Specialisation: Training Development Officer

FAREwELLSthe RNZAF bids a fond farewell to the following:

BASE AUCKLAND

FgOFF S.W. Schuurman Terminate: 27/09/09 Specialisation: Air Warfare Officer

BASE OhAKEA

Sgt t.S. Hine Terminate: 1/11/09 Specialisation: General Service Airwoman

F/S A.P. Skrzynski Terminate: 25/10/09 Specialisation: Senior Administrative Specialist

thE RNZAF wILL BE SUPPORtING ‘MOVEMBER’ thIS YEAR.The money raised will be split between two causes:• prostate cancer in partnership with the Cancer Society, and• men’s depression through The Mental health Foundation.These are both illness that affect 1 in 10 men and over 2,700 men are diagnosed with prostate cancer each year in New Zealand, so please support these worthy causes.

SEE YOUR BASE PUBLIC RELAtIONS OFFICER FOR DEtAILS.

SUPPORt ‘MOVEMBER’BRO—GROw thAt MO!

ProPosed Plan: Friday

Meet and greet

SaturdayLuncheon, followed by

Dinner and dancing to a live band.

to reGister your interest, email:

R1/[email protected]

General service traininG

scHool–r1/8525tH anniversary reunion29–31 January 2010, aucKland

The Spotswood College Alumni Trust is seeking to

contact ex-pupils who have served with the New Zealand

Defence Force.

if you have any information that could assist, please contact:Trust Chairman, Phil Gaytonalumni@spotswoodcollege.

school.nz

sPotsWood colleGe 50tH

JuBilee—2010

monday 8tH – Wednesday 10tH marcH 2010 in BlenHeimIf you served on the squadron in either theatre from February 1955—May 1958 you are eligible to attend.

14 (f) sQuadron rnZaf c yPrus – malaya reunion

for furtHer information contact tHe reunion

secretary:Ian Uffindell, 33A Brooklyn Drive,

Blenheim 7201 Phone: (03) 578 5010

Email: [email protected]

or tHe reunion treasurer:Ian Seabrook, 141A howick Road,

Blenheim 7201

Phone: (03) 578 3629 Email: [email protected]


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NOTICE TO ALL AIR PERSONNEL

3 Squadron Annual ReunionPeriod_21 November 2009 1600 local to 21 November 2009 2359 local

Traffic_IFR/VFR Purpose_Good times Subject_“There we were…”

Who_3 Sqn Association Members And Guests

Location_Manawatu Aerodrome_Ohakea

Featuring_Iroquois role display

Tickets include dinner, handle or glass with 2009 design, a couple of drinks, and a good catch up with past and present Squadron personnel. There will be a cash bar, and limited accommodation is available on Base.

Register interest (REGISTRATIONS CLOSE 13 NOV 2009) and secure your $25 ticket now by contacting: MS SANDY SIEGEL Email: [email protected] Phone: 06 3515 703

COME ALONG AND TELL US ABOUT WHAT YOU GOT UP TO WITH THE FIGHTING THIRD……

OHAKEA (NZOH):

09/A FROM: 1600 local TO: 1645 local 3 Squadron Association AGM In 3 Squadron

Briefing Room

09/B FROM: 1645 local TO: 1800 local Hangar open for viewing

09/C FROM: 1800 local TO: 2359 local Spin a few yarns over dinner and a couple of beers

THEME IS TO DRESS IN BLACK AND RED CLOTHING

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