by admin | Jul 24, 2020 | Special Topics
C-BAND RADAR What is C band radar? C band radar uses microwave frequencies ranging from 4.0 to 8.0 (GHz). The C band is used for many satellite communications transmissions, some Wi-Fi devices and cordless telephones as well as some surveillance and weather radar...
by admin | Jul 24, 2020 | Special Topics
Jindalee Jindalee, Australia’s over the horizon radar (OTHR), comprises among other things three radar stations; one near Longreach in Queensland, another near Laverton in Western Australia, and a third that is mainly used as a backup at Alice Springs. The concept...
by admin | Jun 12, 2020 | Forums
Alliance of Defence Service Organisations AFA is a founding member of the Alliance of Defence Service Organisations (ADSO). ADSO was formally constituted in July of 2010 and represents a significant number (over three million) members of Australia’s Defence...
by admin | Jun 12, 2020 | Forums
Australian Air Force Cadets Foundation AFA is represented on the AAFC Foundation. Its core purpose is to develop pathways to a future in aerospace in partnership with the Australian Air Force Cadets. We will achieve this by offering a multi-facetted program of...
by admin | May 12, 2020 | Forums
ESO Round Table (ESORT) The Ex-Service Organisation Round Table (ESORT) is a forum comprising all major ESO’s, including the AFA. The forum is hosted by Department of Veterans’ Affairs and chaired by Secretary, DVA. It meets fortnightly for updates on veteran...
