ADF Entry 2 Flashcards
First set of 6 specialisations for GSO Officer Army…
-Armoured Corps O-Artillery O-Infantry O-Engineer Corps O-Electrical & Mechanical Engineer O-Signals Corps O
What is RAAF base Amberley home of?
-Heron drones, Combat Support, Health Services, Super Hornets, Globemaster, Tanker Transport and some specialist training-largest RAAF base with 5000 staff, near Brisbane
Name distinuished RMC graduates. (4)
Sir Peter Cosgrove (Gov-General)Prof. Robert O’NeillCampbell Newman (Qld Premier)Bradley Greive (author)
How much does a JBAC earn during MIOT and IET?
$44,348 (degree qualified)
What does a JBAC Flight Commander do?
-manager & co-ordinating authority for the overall control of all air traffic operating within RAAF area of responsibility-also responsible for technical workforce that maintains the equipment
ASLAV
Australian Light Armoured Vehicle
What is RAAF base Richmond home of?
Home to Hercules medium transport aircraft
What is the IMPS for GSO Officer Army?
6 years (except for GSO Pilot 10.5 years)
E-7A Wedgetail - crew
-pilot-co-pilot-airborne electronics analyst-mission specialists
Describe the rank of Colonel in the ARA. (6)
-rank 6-abbrev. COL-crown - 2 diamonds - Australia badge-serve as staff officers at Divisional and Command level HQ-principal op. advisors to senior officers-their staff consists mainly of MAJ & LTCOL
What happens after IET to a JBAC?
They are posted to a 44 Wing Detachment for “on the job training”.
Describe the rank of Major General in the ARA. (5)
-rank 8-abbrev. MAJGEN-diamond - crossed swords - Australia badge-‘two star’ rank-hold senior exec. appointments within DEPT of Defence, e.g. Special Operations Commander - Australia
ADF policy on non-medical use of drugs
Zero-tolerance policy, attracts disciplinary action, incl. dismissal, includes prescription drugs
What subjects are taught in the IOC for Air Force Officers? (6)
-military life-Air Force Values and attitudes-ground defence and weapons training-leadership and personal development-communication skills-Air Force operations studies
Describe the rank of Major in the ARA. (5)
-rank 4-crown - Australia badge-abbrev. MAJ-command sub-unit (company, SQN or battery) of up to 120 soldiers-responsible for training, welfare, admin & equip. of unit
What is RAAF base Wagga Wagga home of?
Delivers technical and non-technical IET and post-graduate training
SMC
Surface Movement Control
What does a JBAC Staff Officer do? (6)
-senior or junior positions-posted to Canberra, Glenbrook, Williamtown or Melbourne-responsible for……airspace MGT…tactical training and deployment…admin, or…long-term planning and policy development for the JBAC Category
What does a JBAC Supervisor do and how to become one?
-oversee flying operations in TWR or APP-must be a highly proficient JBAC
What are the medical and fitness requirements to become a GSO Army?
-fill out medical questionnaire at YOU session-undergo physical examination -pass PFA for Army
What fitness requirements does the RAAF IFS entail (for women)?
4 push-ups, 20 sit-ups, 16min 2.4 km run
What is the PFA for Army entry?
-8 push-ups-45 sit-ups-7.5 shuttle run
Why do you want to join the ADF?
-to serve my country-to be proud of the job I’m doing-gives me a sense of joy that I’m making a difference-any monkey can sit around in a suit and make money, but the ADF just has sth that no other job can give
Describe the rank of Brigadier in the ARA. (5)
-rank 7-abbrev. BRIG-‘one star’ rank -crown- 3 diamonds - Australia badge -held by Director Generals in Army HQ for branches, such as Personnel, Operations,etc.
What is the amount of Uniform Allowance an Officer receives in the RAAF?
$682 pa
F/A-18F Super Hornet - wingspan
13.6 m
What are the main capabilities of the Armoured Corps? (3)
-combat arm-operations: direct attack, reconnaissance & armoured mobility to infantry-equipped with Abrams Main Battle Tank, Australian Light Armoured Vehicle & Bushmaster family of vehicles
C-17A Globemaster III
-high-wing four-engine heavy transport aircraft and strategic airlift-we have 6 at No 36 SQN Amberley-3 times carrying capacity of Hercules
Describe the rank of Lieutenant General in the ARA. (5)
-rank 9-abbrev. LTGEN-only held by Chief of Army, Vice Chief of ADF, Chief of Joint Operations or Chief of Capability Development-‘three star’ rank-crown - crossed swords - Australia badge
LDS
Lead Directing Staff
SFC
Student Flight Commander
Which elements are taught in “on the job training” of JBACs? (5)
-Surface Movement Control-Tower Control-Approach Co-ordinator or Planner-Approach Control-Area Control
E-7A Wedgetail (6)
-airborne early warning & control (AEW&C) aircraft-gathers info from variety of sources, analyse & distribute it-provides direction to fighter aircrafts, surface combatants & land based elements-supports aircraft, such as tankers & intelligence platforms-multirole electronically scanned radar & 10 state-of-the-art mission crew controls (tracks airborne & maritime targets simultaneously)-6 aircraft at No. 2 SQN Williamtown
What is Prof. Robert O’Neill known for? (5)
-famous RMC graduate-awarded Rhodes Scholarship-studied at Oxford Uni-served in Vietnam War-appointed Officer of the Order of Australia 1988
APP
Approach Control
List the second set of 3 additional requirements for becoming a JBAC.
-prioritise tasks from multiple inputs-communicate effectively to a prescribed standard-perform under pressure in a multi-task environment
What is tactical deconfliction in ATC?
Changing an aircraft’s speed, altitude or direction, including requiring aircraft to proceed at specific times to preserve separation
List the Army Commissioned Officer Ranks from lowest to highest. (10)
Officer Cadet, Lieutenant, Captain, Major, Lieutenant Colonel, Colonel, Brigadier, Major General, Lieutenant General, General
What capabilities does the F-35A Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter have?
-5th generation multi role fighter-provides networked force-multiplier effect i.t.o. situational awareness & combat effectiveness-stealth-advanced sensors-networking and data fusion capabilities-replaces Hornets
Describe the rank of General in the ARA. (5)
-rank 10/highest-only for an Army Officer appointed as Chief of ADF-abbrev. GEN-‘four star’ rank-crown - diamond - crossed swords - Australia badge
What are other positions a JBAC can work in, apart from the Control environment? (7)
-Training Officer-Supervisor-Senior Training Officer-ATC Instructor-Operations and Training Commanders-Flight Commander-Staff Officer
How did the poppy become a war symbol?
-Canadian surgeon, MAJ McCrae, wrote a poem “In Flanders’ Fields” in 1915 which describes poppys that grew btw graves of soldiers, who died in battle-wrote it for friend and student who fell in battle-became one of the most famous war poems and the red poppy became the symbol of fallen soldiers
How much is Service Allowance after IET for an Officer?
$12,924
List the layers of safety RAAF ATC applies?
1) strategic deconfliction2) Traffic Management Planning3) tactical deconfliction
F-35A Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter - speed
1,960 km/h (1.6 Mach)
What does a JBAC Senior Training Officer do and how to become one?
-responsible for ATC theory training, training admin & MGT of Training Officers within Flight-highly proficient, suitably qualified & well reported FLT JBAC
C-17A Globemaster III - wingspan
51.8 m
What is the stand-out capability of the E-7A Wedgetail?
-can elevate radar from surface to 10,000 metres above it-at 10,000 m cruise, it can keep under surveillance 400,000 square km a time-over 10 hours, it cud cover 4 million square km
How long does the ATC course (IET for JBACs) take?
42 weeks
After finishing Employment Training what positions do Armoured Corps Officers undertake?
-in a leadership command position within the Corps OR-staff appointment-other positions across the Army
F/A-18F Super Hornet (4)
-upgraded multi-role jet fighter for air-to-air and air-to-ground mission-rectangular air intake-we got 24-No. 1 & No. 6 Squadron Amberley
What are the specifics of RAAF Base Darwin?
-one of main forwarding bases-shared runway with Darwin Int Airport-ATC No. 452 Headquarters-Combat Support, surveillance, radar, Health
E-7A Wedgetail - wingspan
34.3 m
What qualities does a RAAC Officer have to demonstrate? (6)
-high standard of leadership & command ability-thorough knowledge of tactics-able to quickly analyse complex & changing situations-operate high-tech weapon systems with skill & speed-skilled at conducting independent operations for protracted periods in remote areas & under harsh conditions-able to work closely with soldiers as armoured fighting vehicle crew
Second set of 7 specialisations for GSO Officer Army…
-Ordnance Corps O-Transport Corps O-Aviation Corps O (GSO Pilot)-Catering O-Military Police O-Intelligence Corps O-Medical Corps O
PMV
Bushmaster
Current Chief of Air Force
Air Marshal Geoff Brown, AO
MBT
Abrams Main Battle Tank
When is the F-35A Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter going to be operational?
-first aircraft will arrive in 2018-1st SQN operational by 2021-all operational by 2023
What is RAAF base Williamtown home of?
Home to most Hornet and Hawk fighters and several headquarters
What does a JBAC Operations and Training Commander do?
-supervise daily function of ATC services & training & proficiency assessment of JBAC personnel at a Flight
What is taught at RMC Duntroon? (7)
-instil qualities, values & ethos of military profession-military discipline & a regular routine-an identifiable military organisation-goals-opportunities for assumption of responsibility & development of leadership-ceremony, customs & traditions-high value of development of corporate spirit & identity
After Military Training, what kind of Employment Training do Armoured Corps Officers undergo?
26 weeks RAAC Regimental Officer Basic Course at the School of Armour, Puckapunyal (learn how to operate armoured vehicles)
What are the general entry requirements for JBAC? (4)
-btw. 17 and 52 years of age-citizenship-10 years’ security clearance-aptitude score for specialist ADF officer
What are the specifics of RAAF Base Tindal? (4)
-youngest base-located near Katherine, so cyclone-prove-close relationship to community-ATC, Hornets, Combat Support, Combat Logistics, Health
What are the education requirements for GSO Officer Army?
-Year 12 pass in English & 3 other subjects-may sit for AEE Assessment, but must prove relevant work or life experience-degree not required
Describe the rank of Lieutenant in the ARA. (5)
-rank 2-abbrev. LT-2 diamonds-Australia badge-command platoon or troop of up to 30 soldiers-with experience may lead specialised platoon
What does a JBAC ATC Instructor do and how to become one?
-teaches at School of Air Traffic Control-must be experienced & well reported JBAC
Describe the rank of Captain in the ARA. (6)
-rank 3-abbrev. CAPT-3 diamonds - Australia badge-2nd-in-command of sub-unit of up to 120 soldiers-key players in planning & decision-making process within tact. units -resp. for operations on ground, equip. maintenance, logistical support & manpower
What does Initial Officer Training for GSO Army entail?
-18m training at RMC Duntroon, ACT-after that one is sorted into Corps according to ability, availibility and preferences
List the first set of 3 additional requirements for becoming a JBAC.
-understand consequence of error-pay attention to detail-make rapid decisions in a dynamic environment
What are the education and experience requirements for entry into JBAC? (6)
-min Year 12 with passes in English and 3 other Board subjects-Maths and Physics highly desirable-Adv Maths is an advantage-over phone he said Year 12 English, Maths and either Physics or Chemistry essential-previous experience in aviation or ATC an advantage-may sit for AEE Assessment
By whose accords are RAAF ATS audited?
By the Civil Aviation Safety Authority
How long does the IOC for JBACs take?
17 weeks
List the third set of additional requirements for becoming a JBAC.
-obtain and maintain situational awareness-have strong analytical thought processes-have sound mental arithmetic ability-have speech that is clear and free from impediment-driver’s license without restrictions
How much does a JBAC earn after graduation from IET?
$52,174 (possibly $81,333 as aviation specialist)
IFS
Initial Fitness Test at Officers’ School
C-17A Globemaster III - airframe
length 53 mheight 16.8 m
What is Remembrance Day all about? (4)
-marks end of World War I at 11am on 11 Nov 1918-observed by Commonwealth countries to remember war dead-also Poppy Day or Armistice Day-its emblem is the red poppy, which bloomed across some of the worst battlefields in Flanders
Current Chief of Defence Force
Until 3 July 2014 General David Hurley AC, DSC, then Air Marshal Mark Binskin AC
What is the ADF definition of a leader? (An ADF officer must be a leader.)
Leadership is the main ingredient that binds a team together thru loyalty, honesty and good communication.
What is strategic deconfliction in ATC?
Designing flight paths that minimise conflictions between arriving and departing aircrafts
What is the PFA for RAAF entry?
-4 push-ups-20 sit-ups-6.5 shuttle run
PLN
Approach Planner
Which separation standards do JBACs apply?
Detailed in the civil-military Manual of Air Traffic Services
Minister for Defence
Senator the Hon David Johnston
SPT
Swimming Proficiency Test
What is RAAF base Townsville home of?
- forward-operating base near Townsville- Hawk and Chinook helicopters
What is Sir Peter Cosgrove (Gov-General) known for? (6)
-famous RMC graduate-Governor-General of Cth of Oz-prev. Quantas Airways board member-prev. Chancellor of Austr. Cath. Uni-commanded peace keeping mission to East Timor in 1999-prev. Chief of ADF & Chief of Army
AEE Assessment
Alternative Education Equivalency Assessment
Where will the F-35A Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter be based?
-2 SQNs at Williamtown-1 at Tindal(later maybe one more SQN at Amberley)
C-17A Globemaster III - speed
830 km/h
TWR
Tower Control
APC
Approach Co-ordinator
What is the charter of RMC Duntroon? (4)
-prepare cadets for careers as officers-promoting learning, leadership & integrity-inspiring high ideals & pursuit of excellence-inculcate a sense of duty, loyalty & service to Oz
Describe the rank of Officer Cadet in the ARA. (5)
-rank 1-trainee officers-empty Australia-only badge-abbrev. OCDT-Officer Cadet while at ADFA or Reserve training, Staff Cadet at Duntroon
F/A-18F Super Hornet - airframe in length and height
Length: 18.3 m, height: 4.9 m
How many F-35A Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter has DMO bought?
72 aircraft (maybe later another 28)
What is taught at the ATC Course in East Sale?
-Tower or Approach Control or both-initial instruction in Battlefield Airspace Control-at the end there is a tactical field exercise
Current ADF operations (9)
Operation Slipper, AfghanistanOperation Aslan, UN, South SudanOperation Resolute, border protectionOperation Southern Indian OceanOperation Paladin, IsraelOperation Mazurka, SinaiOperation South West Pacific Nations, Solomon IslandsOperation Solania, PacificOperation Gateway, Malaysia
Describe the rank of Lieutenant Colonel in the ARA. (5)
-rank 5-abbrev. LTCOL-crown - diamond - Australia badge-command units of to 650 soldiers, cont. 3 to 5 sub-units-resp. for unit’s military capability, welfare & general discipline
What is Bradley Greive known for? (5)
-former RMC graduate-published “The Blue Day Book” in 2000 (animal photography)-has published 20 books in 6 countries-won bestseller accolades-has sold over 20m copies
What is Traffic Management Planning in ATC?
Regulating the flight profiles of arrivals to improve the traffic flow
CTL
Area Control
ROBC
Regimental Officer Basic Course
RAAC
Royal Australian Armoured Corps
E-7A Wedgetail - speed
max 955 km/h, cruise 760 km/h
IOC
Initial Officer Course
Leave Entitlements
-Annual Leave: accrues at 20 days/4 weeks per 12 months of service-special leave for arduous, special or prolonged duty (trainee, Seagoing, Flying, Remote Locality & Field Service leave)-Long Service Leave
What does a JBAC Training Officer do and how to become one?
-trains all new grads & JBACs who hv just arrived from other flights-must be JBAC proficient in TWR or APP & hv attended a Training Officer’s Course
Who is Air Marshall Richard Williams? (7)
-father of the Royal Australian Air Force-enlisted as rifleman, then transferred to aviation-flight commander to No. 1 Squadron, AFC, carried out mission in Palestine during WW1-DSO cuz rescued pilot shot down behind enemy lines in 1917-heavily involved in establishing RAAF in March 1921-Air Marshall of RAAF, staff appointment in RAF, RAAF Overseas Headquarters Commander during WW2-retired to Director General of Civil Aviation
Who was Chips Rafferty / John William Pilbean Goffage? (6)
-famous Australian actor-mostly played the stereotypical Australian male, drover, etc.-served in the RAAF during WW2 as Flying Officer in charge of welfare & entertainment-famous for war-propaganda movies-famous movies incl. “Forty Thousand Horsemen”, “The Rats of Tobruk”, “The Overlanders”, “Tarzan”, “Skippy”, “Mutiny on the Bounty” and “Double Trouble”-tried to revive local film industry, but failed
Who was Sir Colin Thomas Hannah? (4)
-had a long career as pilot in the Airforce, rising up to Air Marshal-fought the Japanese during WW2 in PNG-in 1972, became the first RAAF member to obtain a high political position as Premier of Qld-trained at the Flying Training School at Point Cook, where his portrait hangs in the mess
