Summary
Battle tank "Leopard” 2 A7 for the Bundeswehr
On December 2014, the first 20 battle tanks "Leopard” 2 A7 (DEU) were officially handed over to the German Bundeswehr. The article describes its evolution and provides an outlook to coming developments.
Agusta Bell 212 Receives Midlife Update
Transport helicopter Agusta Bell 212 has been in use in the Austrian Armed Forces since 1980. It has proved successful in operations nationally and abroad. Via midlife update the operating life of this helicopter type is extended by another 25 years.
German Navy Museum
The German Navy Museum in Wilhelmshaven exhibits the development of the German Navy since 1848. It has been in existence since 1998 and is run by a private supporting association.
Psychology: Making Key Personnel Functions Attractive
AAF - 20 Years of "Partnership for Peace”
On 20 February 1995, then Foreign Minister Dr. Alois Mock signed the framework agreement for participation in Partnership for Peace (PfP), and Austria became the 25th state to join this initiative.
Evaluation - Operational Readiness in the AAF
To jointly fulfil tasks and conduct operations, armies of different nations require common standards. These standards are examined through evaluations according to international criteria and provide for a basis of cooperation.
Militia in the AAF2018 - A New Incentive System
For "Militia in the AAF2018” to be successful, it is crucial to fill organisational elements with conscripts of the militia. To facilitate recruitment, a system of financial incentives was created.
Command Sergeant Major: A Comprehensive View of Security
Pilot-Intended Crash - Possibilities of Prevention
An aircraft crash induced by the pilot on purpose (pilot-intended crash) is a rather rare, but all the more tragic and spectacular accident, when it actually happens. Can such incidents be prevented, and are there any implications for the AAF?
Air Mobility - A Terminological Comparison
25th Infantry Battalion has been conducting airborne landing training since 1972. However, where does it stand internationally? The comparison of terms relating to air mobility is to help answer this question.
"Handwerk 15” - National Protection
In 2015, the training activities of 4th Mechanized Infantry Brigade focussed on the unit-sized exercise "Handwerk 15”.With the scenario - national protection - the exercise scheme of 4th Mechanized Infantry Brigade is continued consistently. The use of various branches in mixed reinforced battalion battle groups as well as the coordination of disciplines or the cooperation with other emergency services within the framework of civil-military cooperation were in the centre of this exercise.
Emergency Response Team Air - ERTA
Since 2007, the AAF has been providing, as required, an Emergency Response Team (ERTA) for aircover operations, for instance, in case of major military or civilian events. The mission of this air-mobile element is to respond quickly and highly professionally to extraordinary incidents by taking the necessary first measures. They serve as a basis for further actions taken by military forces or civilian personnel.
