Podcasts about avalon airshow

In this special defence aviation episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, host Robert Dougherty catches up with Honeywell Aerospace Technologies senior director Lee Davis on the sidelines of the Avalon Australian International Airshow. The pair explore aspects of the changing regional defence landscape in Australia, including: Changes in the Australian defence industrial base and a big picture approach to the AUKUS trilateral defence partnership between Australia, the US and the UK. The continuing discussion regarding servicing and operations of Royal Australian Air Force F-35 aircraft and the broader Asia-Pacific F-35 fleet. Honeywell's perspectives on the current geopolitical and defence landscape, and what that might mean more practically for technology providers. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team

In this episode of the Defence Connect podcast, hosts Steve Kuper and Rob Dougherty discuss fall out from Avalon 2025, budget week and the federal election. The pair discuss: The industry sentiment, rumours and scuttlebutt heard around the traps of the 2025 Avalon Airshow and Exhibition. The lacklustre defence spending commitment by the government announced during the federal budget. The tight-lipped, coy response from the opposition and its plans for the nation's defence spending. Priorities and focus points for defence and national security in the election campaign. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect Team

In this special episode recorded live at the 2025 Avalon Airshow, we explore the latest in aerospace and manufacturing technology with four standout innovators. Brian Rajchel from Conflux Technology shares how 3D-printed heat exchangers are making aerospace systems lighter, smaller, and more efficient. Miro Miletic from MEMKO explains how additive manufacturing is helping airlines replace and certify critical cabin parts faster than ever. Lorna McLachlan from PowerJump showcases Zuken E3, a powerful digital twin solution that simplifies complex electrical systems for defense and heavy transport. And Jason Suter from Currawong Engineering gives us the rundown on their advanced motor controllers and power modules powering drones and next-gen mobility. This is Part 1 of our Avalon Airshow series—stay tuned for more from the frontline of Australian innovation. 

It's the biggest event in Australian aviation: the biennial Avalon Airshow, which this year ran over six days at the end of March. Featuring static and aerial displays, as well as trade exhibitors and networking events, the 2025 show attracted more than 200,000 people in total across the six days, including 60,000 industry visitors. Around 350 aircraft were on show, either in the air and on the ground, with 902 participating exhibitor organisations from 28 countries contributing to the event. On the ground at the airshow, Adam and Jake get an up-close look at some military hardware as they discuss the news of the previous week.

Annoyed callers on the 3AW talkback line have voiced their frustration after their experiences at the Avalon Airshow over the past few days. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

7:15 AM// Kannagi speaks to Avika, a regenerative farmer in Chiang MaiOn a recent episode of 3CR's Women on the Line, Kannagi spoke to Avika, a regenerative farmer in Chiang Mai, Thailand who is passionate about regenerating soil and working with farmers across the country to make regenerative farming tools and techniques more accessible. This interview originally aired on Women on the Line on Monday 17 March 2025. To listen to the rest of the interview and to access all episodes of the show, head to www.3cr.org.au/womenontheline 7:30 AM// Kristin O'Connell from the AntiPoverty CentreKristin O'Connell from the Antipoverty Centre speaks to us to break down the latest federal budget and how it is set to leave millions of people in poverty feeling worse off than they were when the Prime Minister first promised to “leave no one behind”. The Antipoverty Centre was established in 2021 and are a collective of activists, advocates and researchers with direct, contemporary experience of poverty and unemployment. Their mission is to shift how people speak about and respond to poverty and unemployment in this colony. You can follow and support the important work of the AC by going to https://antipovertycentre.org/  7:45 AM// National Day of Action for PalestineOn Wednesday, 26th of March, various university groups across the country rallied at their campuses as part of the National Day of Action for Palestine. At University of Melbourne, students and staff came together to demand the university cut academic ties with so-called Israel, and divest from research partnerships with weapon manufacturers that are complicit in the ongoing genocide in Palestine. We will now listen to two speakers from the rally at University of Melbourne. Sophie Rudolph is a research fellow from the Faculty of Education who spoke on behalf of the National Tertiary Education Union and staff members who are in opposition of the increasing repression against protests on campus, as well as the proposed anti-semitism definition by Universities Australia. After that, we will hear from Pipin, an international student from Indonesia, highlighting the global and interconnected struggle for liberation and democracy. For more information, see @studentsagainstwar_unimelb and @melbournebergerak on Instagram 8:00 AM// Avalon Airshow picketCommunity members rallied against the Avalon air-show last week, highlighting the event as a weapons expo. On Friday (28 Mar) Amy Aednat [pron: Eed-Nat] Ciara spoke to Jaimie Jeffrey from IPAN (Independent and Peaceful Australia Network) Geelong-Southwest and community member Cheryl about the many levels of government involvement in the arms trade, Australia's role in producing weapon components and how this contributes to genocide, how it contributes to the promotion of militarism. Jamie and Cheryl also discuss local community's thoughts and pushback on the day. This recording was made on the ground at the blockade.  8:15 AM// Anti-trans campaign by Australian Christian LobbyOn Sunday, for 3CR's Trans Day of Audibility 2025, Amy from Kill Your Lawn and Kick Your Fence and Local Food Connections, interviewed non-binary sex worker Charlie Bear about their research into the Australian Christian Lobby's anti-trans and anti-sex worker campaigning. This is a timely conversation as Russell's Vought's and the Heritage Foundation's Project 2025 brings a far-right Christian nationalism into law making in the USA. This interview was part of 3CR's Trans Day of Audibility programme on Sunday, and we highly recommend you check out the full show on https://www.3cr.org.au/transdayofaudibility2025SONGS "Lam Toey Chaweewan" by Chaweewan Dumern"Only Love" by Mia Wray

Would you like to know more? Flick me a message!In this episode, I'll explore what it takes to be an airshow pilot, the level of training and discipline required, and how human factors come into play. More importantly, I'll discuss how this applies to every pilot, from private and commercial pilots to flight instructors and airline captains. Because no matter what you fly, precision, training, and discipline matter. Pilot Logbook Special Offer 20% Discount get your copy here!!Support the showEmail: info@trentrobinsonaviation.com.au Online Training http://courses.flighttrainingaustralia.com.auFacebook: http://www.facebook.com.au/trentrobinsonaviation Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/trent_robinson_aviation YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@flighttrainingaustraliaTikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@flighttrainingaustraliaPodcast Episodes: http://www.flighttrainingaustralia.com.au

Hello and welcome to the Monday Breakfast show for Monday the 31st of March 2025. On today's show:- Interview with Zelda Grimshaw about the blockade at the Avalon Airshow and how to support comrades arrested at this blockade and DLF- Amy Aednat Ciara (from Kill Your Lawn &Kick Your Fence) spoke to 73-year-old lifetime Geelong resident John, down at the blockade of the Avalon Air show. He discusses his family's historical links to Palestine, and Geelong's manufacturing industry, and his own commitment to push-back against politicians driving the region further towards the arms industry.- Amy Aednat Ciara speaking to Sarah Hathway (former Councillor and candidate in the lower house for Corio against Richard Marles) talking about council happenings & their war business, and socialism as an alternative for the Geelong working class.- Third part of Rob's interview with four members of the Defend The Union, Defend The CFMEU, Julie, Janine, Amelia and Dusty about the administration as well as the organisation. Stay up to date with DUDC's happenings here.Stand up for trans people at this afternoon's Trans Day of Action rally at 5:30pm outside the State Library. More info here. Music:War Pigs - Black SabbathThere is Power in a Union - Billy BraggP.R.O.T.E.C.T.T.R.A.N.S.K.I.D.S - Cheap Dirty Horse

Multiple callers have rung into 3AW Drive after a plane crashed at the Avalon Airshow late on Friday afternoon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Protestor Lara Brown joined Tom Elliott. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

7:15AM // Amelia Young, Wilderness SocietyOn Monday 3rd March 2025, the Wilderness Society launched court action against Australia's Environment Minister, saying successive environment ministers have failed in their legal duties to create recovery plans that would give threatened wildlife a better chance at surviving extinction. Phuong spoke with Amelia Young, National Campaigns Director at the Wilderness Society about this court case and some of the native species that are on the brink of extinction and that are named in the case. The Wilderness Society are also holding a Zoom webinar on Wednesday 19th March at 6pm, for people to learn more about the court case discussed. To sign up and keep up to date with the court case and other campaigns, head to https://www.wilderness.org.au/. You can also find them on Instagram at @wilderness_aus 7:30AM // Jaimie Jeffrey, No AUKUS Coalition VIC & IPAN GeelongJaimie Jeffrey is a Geelong-based peace and human rights activist. She is co-convener of IPAN Geelong & Vic Southwest, plays a lead role in Boycott Caltex Australia, and is a staunch member of No AUKUS Vic. Jaimie joined us to speak about the upcoming Avalon Airshow; an event that is disguised as a family-friendly "fun" airshow but is really a profitable promotion of war. For more info, visit their linktree ipangeelongandvic and find them on Instagram at @ipangeelongvicsouthwest  7:45AM //Mel Gibbs and Van Callaly for World Social Work Day18 March is World Social Work Day and we were joined today by guests from University of Melbourne to speak about this year's theme 'Strengthening Intergenerational Solidarity for Enduring Wellbeing'. We have Mel Gibbs (she/her), an Associate Lecturer, and PhD candidate, and Van Callaly (she/her) also Associate Lecturer and Research Fellow at the ARC Centre of Excellence for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. 8:15AM // Cath from Defend Dissent CoalitionCath is an activist and organiser for the Defend Dissent Coalition. In the lead up to their first rally, 'Protect The Right to Protest' tomorrow, Cath is joined us to speak about the anti-protest laws being proposed by Jacinta Allan's government, and how it signals a growing culture of repression not just in this state, but nationwide and globally as well. For more information, go to @defenddissentcoalition on Instagram. Songs: Not my problem - Hetslayer Maxine's Garden - Super Tart

Justin Giddings, AMDA Foundation CEO joins DJ to talk about the Avalon Airshow.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special event wrap episode, we cover some of the biggest manufacturing and tech events we've attended recently and what's coming up next. From the Digital Manufacturing Hub launch at Swinburne to the Avalon Airshow, AMW 2025, and the ARM Hub Propel Air Sprint, we dive into key takeaways and must-attend gatherings shaping the future of manufacturing.We also share details on how you can win free tickets to the Digital Factory Forum and announce some exciting news—Manufacturing Tech Australia is the official media partner for AMW 2025!Stay ahead of the game with this event wrap, and don't forget to subscribe for more insights on the latest manufacturing tech trends.

We speak to some of the participants of the Australian International Airshow. For more visit; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cwt4u4VOPjI

Air Vice-Marshal Paul Godfrey is a British RAF fighter pilot who rose up the ranks to head the country's first military Space Command. In this special interview from the Avalon Airshow, AVM Godfrey tells Adam Thorn how he made the transition from the skies to the stars. The pair discuss the challenges and opportunities of creating a military space division, why it's important for the UK and Australia to collaborate, and how satellites will continue to change life on Earth. 

Australia is on the verge of releasing its Defense Strategic Review, which will chart a course for the nation's future military expansion as it seeks to fend off the widening influence of China and build its military industrial capabilities. Listen in as Aviation Week's Steve Trimble and Chen Chuanren discuss the newest developments from the 2023 Avalon Airshow, Australia's largest airshow to date.

Daisy Thomas is joined by Tom Browne to debrief on last night's practice matches. An update on Collingwood's seating deal with the MCC, John Longmire's contract extension and Brayden Maynard's leg infection ------

In this episode we talk with Hover UAV's Jackie Dujmovic, and discuss working with regulators on smoother approval processes, a checklist for BVLOS drone operations and unmanned systems at Australia's Avalon Airshow

The Royal Australian Air Force has demanded drones be added to its arsenal after years of inaction on unmanned aircraft. Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Jasper Leak. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin Giddings, CEO of AMDA, joins Darren to chat about the upcoming Avalon Airshow www.airshow.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brett Pierson is the president and CEO of Textron Aviation Defense and previously served in the US Navy for 30 years, including being a wing commander and combat pilot. Textron Aviation is a major player in defence globally and has delivered more than 14,500 aircraft to countries around the world. In this special episode for AVALON 2023, Pierson talks through Textron Aviation's recent work across both defence and special missions, as well as how the process works to develop a new aircraft and the company's presence at the upcoming AVALON Airshow. He also discusses his extraordinary career that saw him fly more than 80 types of aircraft and train the next generation of US fighter pilots.  

My experience flying onboard the Boeing 747 during the 2019 Avalon Airshow! From the flight to the lead up to the airshow itself! Trip Report: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9-U6xi675mc&ab_channel=Dj%27sAviation Dj's Transport - www.youtube.com/channel/UCXYRdWd9a1rrKpIKYrwt5UA Join the Official Discord Server - discord.gg/aviation​ Support Dj's Aviation on Patreon - www.patreon.com/djsaviation​ Dj's Aviation Merchandise Store - bit.ly/DjsMerchandise​ Social Media: Twitter - twitter.com/DjsAviation​ TikTok - www.tiktok.com/@djsaviation​ Facebook - www.facebook.com/djsaviation​ Instagram - www.instagram.com/djsaviation/​ Flight Radar - my.flightradar24.com/DjsAviation​ Flickr - bit.ly/DjsAviationFlickr

Welcome to Episode 14 of Up and Away, the Australian aviation podcast!This week on the show we are joined by TWO guests! You might already know both of them due to their legendary status producing another Australian aviation Podcast... it's Steve Visscher and Grant McHerron from Plane Crazy Down Under!Steve and Grant started PCDU in 2009 and aired their last show in 2017. During that time they produced a tonne of amazing content, and the show is a big inspiration for the show you see before you right now!We have a chat about their favourite episodes over the years, what it's like covering the Avalon Airshow, the challenges they faced producing such a large volume of high-quality content, what they are currently up to (including Grant's dance music... you heard me correctly!), and what it would take for there to be a PCDU reunion!You can check out and listen to Plane Crazy Down Under here: www.planecrazydownunder.comThanks again for all your support! Don’t forget to subscribe, as well as follow us on Facebook and Instagram, and if you love the show, please leave us a review!

In this special compilation episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, host Phil Tarrant is joined by multiple attendants of the Avalon International Airshow and Defence Exposition to discuss their roles in defence industry. First to join the show is Air Marshal (Ret'd) Greg Bagwell, CB, CBE, to reflect on his 36 years in the RAF and discuss his current role as executive vice president of business development for Cobham. He will discuss his transition from uniform to the corporate defence sector, discuss the need for education around air power and discuss the similarities and synergies between the UK and Australian air force sectors. Josh Polette, director of strategic initiatives with Thales Australia, is next to join the show and will discuss Thales' immersion the space sector, including unpacking its rich history within the area, share his thoughts around the Australian Space Agency and some of the opportunities and challenges that will arise as a result. Mark Burgess, the CEO and managing director at Quickstep Holdings, is next to join host Phil Tarrant. He previously joined the show when he was only two months into his current role to discuss his ambitious plans of reshaping the strategies and practices within the company. Burgess will share how Quickstep has achieved a huge uptick in productivity, the work that it is currently involved in, including its F-35 partnership, and share his tips for other SMEs looking to enter the global supply chain. Finally, Doug Shaffer, the program manager for the MQ-4C Triton at Northrop Grumman, will discuss the program, compare the Global Hawk to the Triton, and talk about the proposals and bids that Northrop Grumman currently has underway. Shaffer will share his thoughts around comparable autonomous systems, the interest in the Triton outside of Australia and the different stakeholders that will benefit from the implementation of the technology.

In this special episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, recorded live on site at the 2019 Avalon International Airshow and Defence Exposition, host Phil Tarrant is joined by new Victorian defence industry advocate John O’Callaghan to talk about the integration of Victoria’s defence industry in the defence supply chain; Andrew Pryor, business development director at Northrop Grumman Technology Services; and Michael Hardy, general manager, modelling, simulation and training at KBRwyle. O’Callaghan will discuss the evolution of Victoria’s defence industry and the growing capability of the SME sector to support large-scale projects like LAND 400 Phase 2, SEA 1000 and SEA 5000, as well as the role of collaboration between the various state and territory defence industry advocates and their organisations to help support the Commonwealth government’s agenda for development of ADF capability.  During the discussion, Pryor will focus on the role Northrop Grumman is playing in supporting key Royal Australian Air Force capabilities, like the KC-30A Multi Role Tanker Transport and the C-27J Spartan airlifter, and the importance of close collaboration and relationships between industry and Defence to enhance the capability and service life of key capabilities.  Finally, Hardy will discuss the shifting nature of training, modelling and simulation in supporting the next-generation warfighter. He will focus on the growing place for augmented and enhanced reality training simulation technology and the training requirements of a fifth-generation ADF.  Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team

In this episode I sit down with Dr Malcolm Davis, a senior analyst at the Australian Strategic Policy Institute (ASPI). Malcolm's research focuses on defence strategy and capability development, military technology, and the future of warfare. In this episode we talk about the importance of space to national security, what a hybrid cyber / space war might look like, and what space activities by Russia, the USA and a rising China mean for Australia's strategic future. This episode was recorded at the Avalon Airshow 2019. The music is the Blue Danube Waltz by Strauss, as it appears in Kubrick's 1968 masterpiece, 2001: A Space Odyssey. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/space-junk-podcast. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/space-junk-podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Fifth installment of The Bucket List saw your hosts, Diana Simons and Beefy (The World's Biggest Sports Fan) discuss all things sports travel in the World's First Dedicated Sports Travel Show.On this week's show, Daniel Cecconi from Sportsnet Holidays takes us to Bathurst for Australia's iconic V8 Supercars event. Aussie Rules and Collingwood Magpie legend Dane Swan joins us to chat about what's going on in his life and what's on his Bucket List. We preview the bi-annual Avalon Airshow that draws over 200,000 people to Victoria to see all things skywards. There's some funny stories from our listeners as usual and Beefy adds his experiences of his record breaking adventures.The Bucket List Radio Show is sponsored by Getback.health, MyClubShop.com.au - your essential fundraising partners for all sports clubs and community groups and Sportsnet Holidays.Remember to drop by our facebook page and tell us about your bucket list events - https://www.facebook.com/BucketListShow/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This special edition of Policy, Guns and Money is brought to you from the Avalon Airshow. Avalon is the biggest airshow in the Southern Hemisphere and is a chance for major aircraft manufacturers and operators to showcase their latest kit. In this issue, we report on the launch of the Boeing Loyal Wingman project, we talk all things F35 with the RAAF and Lockheed Martin and we kick the tyres of a RAAF P8 Poseidon. Don't forget to leave us a review on iTunes or Spotify! Thanks!

This week we take a look at the Avalon and SCTX shows, talk about our upcoming Armoured Vehicle report, and interview Leonardo about their latest electronic warfare developments.As always, we also give you the latest news in the defence sector, and our sponsor Nammo is this week's Industry Voice. News Round Up (01:14)With Helen away, our editor-in-chief Richard Thomas steps up to lead this week's round up. First, he talks to our Asia-Pacific editor Gordon Arthur about the Avalon Airshow. Avalon 2019: New UAVs break cover Down UnderAvalon 2019: Seeds sown for Team Reaper in AustraliaThen, our land reporter Kate Martyr covers the various counter-UAV technologies on display at SCTX in London. She also covers all the latest news to have crossed the land desk, including the recent comments from defence secretary Gavin Williamson.Airports more amenable to counter-drone technologyUK MoD opts for high-risk robot acquisition strategyIn the water this week, Richard covers the new contract between Thales and the Dutch navy regarding a new fire control system, as well as rumours regarding the early retirement of the USS Harry S Truman.Future M-frigates to be fitted with next-gen fire control systemUS Navy might retire aircraft carrier earlyTo round off our news round up for the week, our host touches upon the purchase of four F-35s by Singapore, as well as the reveal of Boeing's secretive Loyal Wingman programme.Singapore to buy four F-35s, with option for eight moreAvalon 2019: Secretive Loyal Wingman breaks coverThe Shephard Armoured Vehicle Report (27:16)Our VP of content Tony Skinner talks to Matthew Smith, Shephard's director of analysis, outlining the findings of the 2019 Shephard Armoured Vehicles Market Report. The report gives a global overview of the armoured vehicle market over the next 10 years.The Shephard Armoured Vehicles ReportInterview – Leonardo EW (37:59)Our air editor Helen Haxell interviews Mark Hewer, VP of Integrated Mission Solutions at Leonardo Electronics, about the company's latest contract with NATO, and the electronic warfare equipment being provided by the OEM.Industry Voice (51:28)In this week's Industry Voice segment, Endre Lunde, SVP of Communications for Nammo, talks about the development of longer-range precision munitions, and the implications of such systems becoming generally available. Music and sound mixing provided by Fred Prest

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Day-5 of the Avalon Airshow saw some more amazing flying displays with thousands of people filing through the gates to get their fix of aviation. This is the last podcast in the Avalon Airshow series. We ended with a bang with the Commanding Officers of 1 SQN 2 OCU and 3 SQN. It was a fantastic conversation and I was joined by my co host, who is also a former fighter pilot Christian Boucousis. Enjoy the interview and don't forget to subscribe and share the show.

Its day-4 of the Avalon Airshow and the final morning of the trade show. The gates will open at 2pm to the general public and the flying displays kick off shortly after.   Even though it was a much shorter day we still managed to sit down with several podcast guests including the Lieut Col Kieran Joyce who is in charge of the Army Unmanned Aerial Systems. I also sat down with the world champion drone racer Tom Matta.   Listen in to the interviews and don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast via your favourite podcasting app and most of all don’t forget to share it around your network.

Day-3 of the Avalon Airshow has been a lot bigger than the previous 2 with many more people filing through the gates. We saw some amazing flying displays from the F-35 Lightning and the USAF F-22 Raptor and at the end of the F-35 demo the 2 jets formed up and gave us a couple of amazing passes and 1st time photo opportunities. Later in the day a global hawk arrived from Guam. It landed perfectly, taxied in and it was parked up down the far end of the aerodrome on display. In terms of podcasts I sat down with another 6 guests including Dick Smith to talk about MH370 as well as Neale Prescott ad Ray Cage from Lockheed Martin Australia. Listen to the interviews and don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast and share it around your network. https://www.lockheedmartin.com/en-au/index.html https://www.raytheon.com/au https://www.cubic.com/ https://www.thedecisivepoint.com.au/  

Its day 2 of the Avalon airshow and boy oh boy its been a big one with some really big announcements especially for the Australian defence industry. Earlier today, the 27th of February 2019 defence minister Christoper Pyne revealed the existence of the first high performing military aircraft to be designed and developed in Australia in more than 6 decades. The ATS or the Air Power Teaming System is designed and developed by the Boeing Phantom Works Australian team. It is a fighter sized autonomous and unmanned system designed to operate with manned systems as a loyal wingman. Also announced today was the largest ever drone order in history for STEM related drones. We sat down with Jack Cullen from JAR Aerospace to discuss what it means for his business and the future development of the Australian Air Force Cadets. I sat down with 7 guests including Air Commodore Phil Gordon who is the commander of the Air Warfare Centre as well as Carley Scott from Equatorial Launch Australia who are building Australia’s first space port.

The Australian International Airshow and Aerospace & Defence Exposition is one of Asia-Pacific's most prestigious aviation and aerospace events and the most comprehensive aviation, aerospace and defence exposition in the southern hemisphere. The team at Australian Aviation have been working hard covering the event, writing the show dailies and reporting on all of the announcements. We sat down with Andrew McLaughlin, Mark Jessop and Lea Vesic to discuss what the airshow means to them and what to expect over the coming week. You can connect with the guests below below: W: https://www.adbr.com.au E: andrew@felix.net.au Insta: markjphoto LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leavesic/

John Lonergan last joined the Defence Connect team at the 2017 Avalon Airshow, where we got our first look at the F-35 Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter.  In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, CEO and managing director of Milskil John Lonergan joins host Phil Tarrant to discuss the arrival of two F-35s in Australia later this year, and to unpack the company’s recent contract with Lockheed Martin, which will see Milskil delivering training services across the JSF. Lonergan will cover technological developments within the space and the new facilities of the JSF, discuss Milskil’s working relationship with Lockheed Martin and share future business development plans in line with the opportunities that the company believes are likely to present themselves. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team

Greg Ferguson, executive manager of the Avalon Airshow, stopped by the Defence Connect Podcast studio to talk with host Phillip Tarrant and co-host Paul Robinson about the upcoming airshow at Avalon in late February. This podcast is a must for defence industry business development managers, as Ferguson gives away some of his top tips on how to conduct business at the show and how to best attract future customers. With 600 exhibitors on display and over 30,000 visitors, you’ll need to listen in to find out how you and your business can stand out. Enjoy the show, The Defence Connect team http://www.defenceconnect.com.au

Welcome back to our coverage of the 2015 Australian International Air Show (aka Avalon Airshow) with our third release of content recorded at show. It’s been a while since the last episode and we’re sorry for that but as with many labours of love & fun, life gets in the way and paying the rent, . . . → Read More: PCDU Episode 125: Avalon Charlie (The Avalon Airshow Goodness Continues)

The Australian International Airshow (aka Avalon Airshow) may well be over for 2015 but our collection of content recorded at the show is still being worked on. Here’s another hour of interviews & discussions and we suspect there may be another two episodes before we’re through with all of it. This is what happens when . . . → Read More: PCDU Episode 124: Avalon15 Bravo (Yet more Avalon Airshow Goodness)

The Australian International Airshow (aka Avalon Airshow) is held every two years and runs for 6 days with the first 3 being trade-only. The 4th day of the show is always on a Friday and the public start coming in around midday then stay for the night show, a feature of Avalon for well over . . . → Read More: PCDU Episode 123: Avalon15 Alpha (It’s Avalon Airshow Time :) )

Day Five of the Avalon Airshow 2013 is the first full public day and they turned out in force to enjoy great aviation action under clear blue skies. Despite the crowds we still managed to get around the airport to complete a number of interviews & meet up with plenty of people. This episode includes: . . . → Read More: PCDU Episode 105: Avalon 2013 – Day Five

Most people interested or involved in aviation have a special love for warbirds and antique aircraft and we at PCDU are certainly no exception. This episode features a number of interviews with pilots of Warbirds & antique aircraft that were recorded at Avalon Airshow and at Point Cook when the RAAF Pilgrimage arrived. The RAAF . . . → Read More: PCDU Episode 61: The Great Pilgrimage

Every two years Avalon Airport is the home to one of the biggest airshows & aviation expositions in the Southern Hemisphere (the biggest, according to many). One of Australia’s premier aviation events, Avalon Airshow (also known as the Australian International Airshow) draws aircraft from around the world and attracts scores of people from the general . . . → Read More: PCDU Episode 52: The Misty Dawn of Avalon