Air Force News - Issue 273, October 2024
The October special issue of Air Force News is out now. It's dedicated to our new fleet of C-130J Hercules, plus a homage to the legacy their predecessor left behind.
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Air Force News - Issue 272, September 2024
The September issue of Air Force News is here, and it's a pretty special one. This issue will be the last one to be printed as a hard copy, with all three service magazines published in a digital format online from October. We have marked the occasion by showcasing our favourite covers over the years and on the back, we pay tribute to our predecessor, Contact magazine. Inside, we continue to celebrate the great work our Air Force does with fisheries operations, work in the Middle East and exercising with our Australian friends.
Air Force News - Issue 271, August 2024
We’re excited to share the August issue of Air Force News with you - this edition is packed with stories and updates! Discover the challenges of flying to Antarctica during winter, see the stunning formation flight with our partners from Spain, France, and Germany, dive into the details of NH90 combat flying training and take a look back at the memories of Timor-Leste, 25 years after the conflict.
Navy Today - Issue 253, April 2021
Read the latest on HMNZS Te Mana’s progress as she transitions from building site to warship during her upgrade in Canada. HMNZS Aotearoa, fresh from training with the Australians, goes out of its way to scoop up a wayward wave buoy that had decided to embark on an unscheduled voyage of its own. We cover the latest Raoul Island mission with HMNZS Canterbury, meet some of our mana wāhine as part of International Women’s Day, and showcase fourth-generation Navy siblings Anelies and Matt, who work in HMNZS Manawanui.
Navy Today - Issue 252, March 2021
In our March edition of Navy Today, follow HMNZSAotearoa for her first Replenishment at Sea. Read about our mana wahine being the first in our Navy to wear a moko kauae. Meet World War 2 veteran Laurie Carr, HMNZS Gambia & more.
Navy Today - Issue 251, February 2021
In our first edition of 2021, see how we commemorated Waitangi Day at both ends of the country, meet two Rotorua brothers creating a Navy legacy for their wider family, find out what it takes to be a Navy doctor on the COVID front line and more.
Air Force News - Issue 274, November/December 2024
It's a bumper issue of Air Force News to round off the year. Put your feet up and read about our immediate response to help our Navy colleagues following HMNZS Manawanui sinking, find out what two runners had to say after being rescued in extreme weather by an NH90 crew.
Join us in celebrating with our winners of the People of the Year Awards, and check out our newest and oldest Hercules' flights to the ice, and so much more.
This issue marks the end of an era as it is the final time our service magazine will be produced. We have loved creating Air Force News for our readers, but it is time to look towards a different way of delivering our stories and updates.
As we step into 2025, we will publish all our articles on NZDF.mil.nz, where we digitally showcase the latest Air Force news.
As we say haere rā to our service magazines, we look forward to looking to continuing to share stories of our military with you.
Air Force News - Issue 257, May 2023
In this month’s issue of Air Force News we have taken a deep dive into the Air Force’s culture. We cover history, tradition as well as our warfighting and air-mindedness ethos. We look into the importance of diversity and why young people should be excited about STEM subjects. We recognise the value of te ao Māori and embrace a multi-cultural workforce. Finally, we understand the significance of supporting our people past and present and the worthiness of running around on a sports ground with our colleagues.
Air Force News - Issue 256, April 2023
April’s Air Force News has hit the shelves. We delve into the workforce behind our Cyclone Gabrielle response, E-Scooters debut at Base Ohakea, our Seasprites take on low-level mountain flying and much more.
Air Force News - Issue 255, March 2023
The March issue of Air Force News has hit the shelves. Read about our immediate response to Tropical Cyclone Gabrielle and the Auckland floods, catch up on the mahi done by a No. 6 Squadron Seasprite, find out what the new contemporary aviation system is all about, and say haere rā to our beloved Orions.