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Military: Greek F-16 fighter jet crashed

Amely Mizzi March 22, 2024 15:33

During a training flight, an F-16 fighter jet belonging to the Greek armed forces crashed near the island of Psathoura. The pilot survived and was subsequently rescued with the help of a Super Puma helicopter. The cause of the crash is currently still completely unclear. Investigations have already begun. In any case, the pilot survived and was taken to hospital for further examination and treatment after his rescue. A helicopter, a frigate and the civilian coast guard are said to have been involved in the rescue operation.

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The armed forces have adopted a new communications system

guest Author March 19, 2024 06:31

Am Montag, den 18. März 2024, fand die Übergabe des neuen Kommunikationssystems „Tactical Communication Network“ (TCN) statt. Verteidigungsministerin Klaudia Tanner übergab im Beisein von Generalmajor Harald Vodosek und Generalmajor Hermann Kaponig das neue System an die Führungsunterstützungsschule. Durch das Kommunikationssystem werden wesentliche Voraussetzungen für die Digitalisierung geschaffen. Zudem wurde erstmals der Nachfolger des Fernmelde-Pinzgauers, der IVECO Multirole Utility Vehicle (MUV) „Noriker“ vorgestellt. Von diesem sollen 185 Stück in unterschiedlichen Variationen bis 2025 übergeben werde. Die ersten 55 Stück sind bereits bei der Truppe. Verteidigungsministerin Klaudia Tanner: „Die Kommunikation und Digitalisierung sind zwei wesentliche Faktoren, auf die wir ein großes Augenmerk legen müssen. Daher ist es umso wichtiger, in ein ausgezeichnetes System mit militärischer Robustheit zu investieren. Ich freue mich sehr, dass wir mit der Übergabe des neuen Kommunikationssystems ‚Tactical Communication Network‘ weitere Voraussetzungen für die Digitalisierung und damit für ein modernes Bundesheer geschaffen haben. Und mit dem neuen Fahrzeug IVECO MUV ‚Noriker‘ haben wir einen einzigartigen Ersatz für unsere Pinzgauer gefunden. Das ist ein Quantensprung für unser Bundesheer!“ Das „Tactical Communication Network“ ist ein neues verlegbares Kommunikationssystem. Das System erfüllt die Anforderungen einer modernen Daten- und Sprachkommunikation, die auf militärische Robustheit basiert. Es bildet ein digitales Führungsnetz, welches verzugslos Informationen und Befehle bereitstellt sowie ein aktuelles Lagebild bietet. Für die Übertragungselemente wurden 388 Sätze beschafft. Diese werden in Wechselaufbauten, Sheltern und Containern eingebaut sowie in Betriebs-, Transport- und Lagerboxen verwendet. Nachfolger des Pinzgauers präsentiert Neben dem TCN wurde erstmals der Nachfolger des Fernmelde-Pinzgauers, der IVECO Multirole Utility Vehicle (MUV) „Noriker“

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Austrian Federal Army deployed in Cyprus since 1964

guest Author March 12, 2024 09:02

Austria has been participating in the "United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus" (UNFICYP) with a contingent since April 14, 1964, after the UN Security Council gave the then UN Secretary General U Thant the mandate to set up a UN peacekeeping force of over 1964 men in March 6.300. At that time, Austria provided a field hospital with a strength of 55 people. Defense Minister Tanner: "From the very beginning, Austrian soldiers made an important contribution to maintaining peace in Cyprus. At one point, with a deployment strength of over 300 'peacekeepers', we were also one of the largest troop contributors. The climatic conditions posed a major challenge in operational leadership. Above all, however, the tensions between the parties to the conflict required the highest level of diplomacy from our soldiers. As an honorary member of the Association of Austrian "Peacekeepers," I have a particularly close relationship with our soldiers deployed abroad. I am therefore particularly pleased to be able to congratulate you all on this important anniversary.” In 1972, when the Irish contingent on Cyprus was reduced, the Austrian contingent grew to battalion strength, around 300 soldiers. Tensions on the island reached their peak in 1974, with the fall of the Cypriot President Archbishop Makarios. At that time, parts of the Austrian UN battalion were involved in the fighting around Nicosia Airport. On August 14, three Austrian “peacekeepers” fell victim to a Turkish air raid near Goshi. In total, 16 Austrian soldiers were killed or died during their deployment on the Mediterranean island. Around 17.000 Austrian “peacekeepers” were deployed on Cyprus. With the withdrawal of the Austrian UN battalion

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Austria: Federal Army trains flight maneuvers

guest Author March 5, 2024 06:32

From March 4, 2024 to March 22, 2024, the "Helicopter Tactics Course" will see S-70 "Black Hawk", Agusta Bell 212 and OH-58 "Kiowa" transport helicopters as well as fixed-wing aircraft such as the Pilatus PC-6 "Turbo Porter", Pilatus PC-7 "Turbo Trainer" and DA-40 fly on weekdays, except Saturdays, between 09:00 a.m. and 20:00 p.m. There will be no flying at night. The aim is to teach the crews tactical flying at different altitudes - including low-level flight - and at different speeds under as many threat situations as possible. Take-offs and landings will take place at the Brumowski air base in Langenlebarn (Lower Austria), Vogler in Hörsching (Upper Austria) and Hinterstoisser in Zeltweg (St. Johann in Tirol). Any landings outside military properties are generally approved or registered and the landowners are informed of this. "The cooperation of helicopters is an extremely demanding task that requires careful preparation and regular training. The 'Helicopter Tactics Course' enables the air force to practice various complex scenarios and master the necessary procedures for operations. In view of the current security situation in Europe, it is clear how important it is to train military procedures and thus prepare for possible emergencies," said Defense Minister Klaudia Tanner. Training area: Upper Austria and Lower Austria In Upper Austria, flights will take place primarily in the districts of Freistadt, Eferding, Linz Land, Rohrbach, Urfahr Umgebung, Grieskirchen, Perg, Steyr Land, Wels Land, Gmunden and in Lower Austria primarily in the districts of Waidhofen/Thaya, Horn, St. Pölten City and Country, Amstetten, Zwettl, Gmünd, Melk, Krems, Tulln, Hollabrunn, Mistelbach, Korneuburg and Mödling. The use of blank, marker, flare and signal ammunition is planned. In some cases, orange or green signal smoke is used to mark helicopter landing sites outside of barracks. Whether domestically or

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Austria takes part in European Union Naval Force Aspides

guest Author 29. February 2024 09:33

Austria will be participating with two officers in the maritime EU mission in the Red Sea, "European Union Naval Force Aspides". The experts will contribute their know-how in the areas of logistics and information and communication technology to the mission's operational headquarters in Larissa, Greece. Austrian participation can be increased to up to five people if necessary. "Current developments in and around Europe show that Europe's international security and defense policy is facing major challenges. These can only be met jointly. I therefore see Austria's contribution to the 'Aspides' protection operation as particularly important when it comes to representing the vital interests of Europe - and thus Austria - in the European alliance and actively protecting the security of important trade routes to Europe. The Austrian Armed Forces can also contribute its decades of experience in crisis management to this international protection mission. I wish our mission officers the best of luck and thank them for their contribution to Europe's security," said Defense Minister Klaudia Tanner.

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Federal Army with 345 new non-commissioned officers

guest Author 27. February 2024 05:07

On Friday, February 23, 2024, the military ceremony to take over the newly retired sergeants took place in Enns. 345 young non-commissioned officers, including 18 women, have thus completed their 18-month training. The ceremony for the professional and militia soldiers took place in the presence of Defense Minister Klaudia Tanner, Member of Parliament Christian Dörfel, representing the Governor of Upper Austria, and Chief of General Staff General Rudolf Striedinger on the main square in Enns. After the one-and-a-half-year training, the retired sergeants will assume responsibility for the troops as group commanders on missions at home and abroad and in the training of Federal Army recruits. "I would like to warmly congratulate the soldiers on achieving the rank of 'Sergeant', which they will hold from today. The members of the non-commissioned officer corps are the backbone of the army and play a crucial role in daily service during training, exercises and especially in national and international missions of the Austrian Armed Forces. With this promotion, they assume significant responsibility for their unit and serve as role models for future generations of soldiers. From now on, they have the opportunity to demonstrate their acquired knowledge and leadership skills. I wish them the best of luck, success and satisfaction in their new position," said Defense Minister Klaudia Tanner. 270 professional soldiers (17 women) and 75 militia soldiers (one woman) passed the final exams of the non-commissioned officer training. The graduation took place in Enns on Thursday. 80 of the professional and militia soldiers (including three women) come from Lower Austria, followed by Styria with 70 participants (including four women), followed by Upper Austria and Vienna with 38 men and one woman each.

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Austria: Federal Army receives 225 new wheeled tanks

guest Author 21. February 2024 12:36

The Federal Ministry of Defense is taking a further step in the area of ​​investments: Today, Defense Minister Klaudia Tanner signed a corresponding contract for 225 new "Pandur Evolution" wheeled armoured vehicles in the presence of Chancellor Karl Nehammer. With the conclusion of the contract, the Pandur fleet will be expanded to a total of 12 different variants. The investment volume amounts to around 1,8 billion euros. More than 200 Austrian companies are involved in the production of the vehicles. "Today is a good day for Austria's security. Austria is purchasing 225 new Pandurs. We are investing in national defense and thus in the security of our country. A defensive democracy requires a reliable federal army in line with our neutrality," said Chancellor Karl Nehammer at the press conference. Defense Minister Klaudia Tanner added: "The procurement of an additional 225 'Pandur Evolution' in various variants is the largest procurement by the Austrian Armed Forces' land forces in 20 years. With the investment volume of 1,8 billion euros, we are not only investing in Austria's security, but also in Austria as a business location. In doing so, we are securing and creating jobs at more than 220 companies. With national Pandur production, the added value in Austria is 70 percent." In addition to the delivery of state-of-the-art armored personnel carriers and flexible conversion kits for medical, command and anti-tank missions, the order provides for eight additional vehicle variants that will be newly introduced into the Austrian army. The "Pandur Evolution" vehicle family will be supplemented by the 120 mm mortar combat system, mobile air defense and electronic warfare variants. The procurement is being carried out as part of the "Reconstruction Plan 2032+", with which the Austrian armed forces are to be comprehensively modernized. The follow-on procurement will cover the medium-sized

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Federal Army: 160 new recruits sworn in

guest Author 20. February 2024 09:07

On Friday, February 16, 2024, the ceremonial swearing-in of 160 recruits, one of whom was a woman, of the 33rd Jäger Battalion took place in front of the castle in the market town of Rohrau. Colonel Rupert Hütter, commander of the 33rd Jäger Battalion, was delighted to welcome Defense Minister Klaudia Tanner to the ceremonial swearing-in of the young soldiers. "It was a very special pleasure for me to be able to attend this dignified swearing-in ceremony at this historic place. With the oath, our conscripts take responsibility for themselves and the Federal Army and are the basis of our army. Making basic military service and the militia more attractive is therefore not only part of our government program, but is essential for a modern and future-proof Federal Army. For the Federal Army, protecting the state of Austria takes priority, as does protecting its population, protecting our neutrality and, above all, protecting all of us. And the Federal Army is our security guarantee for this. I wish the sworn-in young soldier and the soldiers all the best for the future, an exciting period of service and lots of soldierly happiness,” said Defense Minister Klaudia Tanner. The 160 sworn-in recruits took their oath of allegiance in front of Rohrau Castle. Against the impressive backdrop of the late baroque castle in Joseph Haydn’s birthplace and in the presence of their relatives, the ceremony was an unforgettable experience for the young soldiers. They have successfully completed their basic training in recent weeks and are now ready to serve Austria and its people in a wide variety of roles. The swearing-in ceremony was accompanied by music from the Lower Austrian Military Band, which played a concert before the ceremony and rounded off the swearing-in ceremony with

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Federal Army: Ministry of Defense is investing again in Vienna

guest Author 19. February 2024 11:00

The Council of Ministers decided to hand over the military part of the "Meidlinger Barracks", also known as the Heckenast-Burian command building. As part of the efficient site use and development planned by the Federal Ministry of Defense in the area of ​​the Vienna site, four hectares of the barracks, which are no longer needed for military purposes, are to be sold to Bundesimmobiliengesellschaft mbH (BIG). The employees of the Federal Army were informed of this plan in advance and will move to new locations at the end of 2024. "With the proceeds from our barracks, we want to modernize other locations in Vienna. Our goal 'Mission Forward' will thus be consistently pursued and other construction projects of the Federal Army will be realized. New buildings and large-scale modernizations have now been possible in Vienna for more than ten years. Because only with well-equipped infrastructure can we create the basis for a more modern and operational Federal Army," said Defense Minister Klaudia Tanner. "With Federal Minister Tanner, the renewal of military properties in Vienna is gaining momentum for the first time in ten years. For example, we opened the new road for military facilities together with the Minister of Defense this year. Our Austrian Federal Army in Vienna is being modernized and this is an important step for our soldiers and employees," says the Viennese military commander, Brigadier Kurt Wagner. A total of 47,7 million euros, which will be made available as a result of this measure, will be used in future infrastructure planning as part of the "Reconstruction Plan 2032" and for the modernization of Austrian Federal Army properties. Among other things, the existing areas in Vienna, such as the accommodation buildings of the Maria Theresa Barracks, the modernization of the Army Hospital in the Van Swieten Barracks and the new building

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Medevac equipment: Hungary takes delivery of first Embraer C-390

Amely Mizzi 14. February 2024 14:36

The Hungarian Air Force has officially taken delivery of its first Embraer C-390 "Millenium". A test flight was previously carried out in Gavião Peixoto, Brazil. The new arrival is a first, as it is the first unit in the world to be equipped with an intensive care unit. Hungary also intends to use this aircraft as a so-called medevac machine. Embraer is delighted with Hungary's decision to buy this type of aircraft.

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