No. 36 Squadron
Saving lives in the sky
A simulated medical emergency played out thousands of feet above Queensland in a C-17A Globemaster III on March 18.
Escaping war inspires work to protect peace
Leading Aircraftman Trung Phan’s commitment to give back to Australia is motived by the welcome he and his family received after the Vietnam War.
Taking time to improve teamwork, motivation
The orderly room team at Air Force’s No. 36 Squadron has introduced some novel approaches to improving their workplace, with positive results.
Air Force makes vital delivery to firefighters
A resupply of fire retardant powder was flown to Western Australia in a C-17A Globemaster.
Passion leads to becoming first female loadmaster
When the role of loadmaster was opened to women, retired Warrant Officer Katrina Salvesen seized the opportunity to take on a more hands-on mustering...
Training enables faster take-off for engineers
Thanks to a series of collaborative training activities with Air Force, Army’s engineering equipment can be loaded for airlift faster than ever...
Globemasters deliver caterpillars to Antarctica
Air Force’s support to Operation Southern Discovery in Antarctica took off with the delivery of some heavy duty caterpillars.
Outstanding milestone recognised
Warrant Officer Stuart Matthews was awarded the Federation Star and Fifth Clasp to his Defence Long Service Medal.
Plenty of quality time in the work-life juggle
Aircraft Technician Corporal Jeremy Lewin says Defence families are great at helping each other out.
Coming home to a bubbly bundle of joy
Leading Aircraftman Andrew Thompson says spending time with his little girl is the perfect end to any day.
Virtual reality becomes reality
Technicians at No. 36 Squadron are using virtual-reality devices with Boeing-developed software to conduct aircraft maintenance.
Robot helper brings loads of potential
Able to lift 200kg, SARAH (Supply Assistance Robot - Autonomous Hardware) is a welcome addition to the RAAF Base Amberley workforce.
