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Royal Aeronautical Society

Locality: Canberra, Australian Capital Territory

Address: Canberra Branch, RAES, c/o the Secretary, PO Box 648, Jamison Centre 2614 Canberra, ACT, Australia

Website: raes.org.au/index.php/about/division/canberra-branch

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25.01.2022 Fabulous brief tonight to Royal Aeronautical Society Canberra Branch from Royal Australian Air Force's WGCDR Martin Parker: amazing stories of our Hornets on #OpOKRA and #Typhoon with Royal Air Force. #AvGeek

25.01.2022 Like space? Want to support a super cool #Canberra kid going to International Science Camp #XLab in Germany? RAeS Canberra is proud to support The Australian National University science student Keira Joyce in her thirst for scientific knowledge. This Friday, Rotary Club of Canberra Weston Creek and Questacon are pitching in to host an amazing panel of space experts that will inform and inspire you. This panel is specially geared for the young and the young at heart alike. $1...0, includes Rotary International snacks! #SpaceGeek #AvGeek AIAA Sydney Section Engineers Australia Australian Space Agency Royal Australian Air Force Australian Centre for Space Engineering Research, UNSW Australian Research & Space Exploration - Space Australia https://www.trybooking.com/book/event?eid=506780 See more

24.01.2022 The Royal Aeronautical Society Canberra Branch had the privilege of hosting Dr. Billy Fredkrisson at Questacon last night as the International Eminent Speaker, in conjunction with Engineers Australia. Dr. Fredriksson provided a unique insight into Swedish Aeronautics: Industry, Research, Technologies and Innovation. The former Saab Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer highlighted the challenges and solutions to developing the multirole Gripen fighter aircraft; the impact of these types of advanced high technology projects on other industries; and what made it possible for a small country like Sweden to develop fighter aircraft.

24.01.2022 Got #AvGeek withdrawal symptoms from there being no face to face RAeS lectures? Well, here's one from the archives: Russ S on the SR-71 Blackbird, from June 2017! Royal Aeronautical Society Royal Australian Air Force United States Air Force Australian Youth Aerospace Association - AYAA AIAA - The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics

24.01.2022 Interested in a career in Aviation and Aerospace? Be inspired and learn from the leaders in industry sharing their insights and journeys in various fields of the industry through 3 interactive panel discussions. Whether you're a student, considering joining the industry, interested in Defence and Defence technologies, want to network with senior executives in the industry or simply want to learn more about leadership skills and how to succeed in your chosen field of aviation and aerospace - This event is for you and open to all!

23.01.2022 One day to go - Free Event @ Questacon - Book now, Limited spaces left!

23.01.2022 Another great day at #Avalon2019. We are here tomorrow, come and see us!

22.01.2022 Come along and see Australian Army Drone Racing Team battle it out with Royal Australian Air Force and the rest of the MAAA clubs! Featuring World Champions Thomas Bitmatta and Rudi Browning - the fastest racing in the world! FREE! Friday to Sunday, Phillip Oval, Woden, including massive hashtag#STEM Day Out on Friday (0930-1430h) open to all kids, of all ages. Featuring RAeS Cool Aeronautics!!!

21.01.2022 Here's an interesting application of aeronautical technology from Australian Army Drone Racing Team: #DroneRacing and cinematography! Amazing vision! https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=723379224904234&id=157664578142371

21.01.2022 Happening now- Ian Fleming Lecture and Dinner (The Great Air Race 1919 by Ms Lainie Anderson).

20.01.2022 December Event: End of year social gathering for RAeS Canberra Members, friends and aviation enthusiasts!

20.01.2022 Our Cool Aeronautics station has taken-off for its second awesome day at #Avalon2019. Come have a chat with us about all the cool aerospace stuffs.

20.01.2022 RAeS Free Monthly Lectures are back for 2020! 6:00 pm | Tuesday 11 February 2020 | UNSW ADFA Register at the link below to here from Industry leader Marilyn Andre speaking on: The Jet Age to the Classics - A fascinating story about operating the largest DC airline in the world.

20.01.2022 Join us tonight at UNSW ADFA (Building 32, Lecture theatre 6) at 18:00 to hear from Matt Bouttell, Manager of Industry Relations at Stakeholder Engagement Division at CASA talking all things aviation!

19.01.2022 Free trade day tickets to Avalon for aerospace students!

16.01.2022 Here's a great space activity in Canberra on 27 Nov 19! https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/a-night-with-the-stars-tick

14.01.2022 I am so looking forward to this!

14.01.2022 Did you know #DYK that Royal Aeronautical Society has presented the AVM Noble Prize to best undergrad Aero Eng student at UNSW Canberra at ADFA since it opened in 1987? A pleasure for me to meet this years recipient PLTOFF Samantha Mitchell at tonight's ADFA Prizes and Awards Night. Good luck in Amberley Samantha! Royal Australian Air Forcel AIAA Sydney Section AIAA - The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics Australian Youth Aerospace Association - AYAA Engineers Australia

13.01.2022 Teachers! Students! Pretty up your study spaces with one of our inspiring #STEM posters - there are 27 to choose from, available as free downloads or to purchase in print: http://bit.ly/CwSTEMPosters

13.01.2022 Dr Giorgia Longobardi has been named RAEng Engineers Trust Young #Engineer of the Year Dr Longobardi, co-founder and CEO of Cambridge GaN Devices Ltd (CGD),... a spin-out from the Department of Engineering, was picked as one of five young female #engineers by the Royal Academy of Engineering who have been outstandingly successful in their respective fields at an early stage of their careers. She received a 3,000 prize. cc. Gonville & Caius College, Cambridge

12.01.2022 Tonight the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS) Canberra Branch hosted Wing Commander Steve Henry, DD Surveillance of Space at RAAF and RAAF Liaison Officer for the Australian Space Agency. An incredibly fascinating and thought-provoking presentation that covered both land and air capability that is coordinated globally to progress space situational awareness and technology. We catered to one of our largest ever audiences which has undoubtedly put the RAeS CBR momentum in good stead for 2019! Each month RAeS CBR holds a lecture on current aviation and aerospace topics from highly distinguished and decorated leaders. Stay tuned for our next major event in March!

12.01.2022 Need an #AvGeek hit? Check out this lecture on the F14 Tomcat: https://youtu.be/SsUCixAeZ0A F-111 lineage, 6000 design configurations, amazing!

11.01.2022 RAeS Australia will be at Avalon Airshow next week from Tuesday to Sunday. Come and say Hi to the passionate aerospace professionals who will be available to chat to you regarding local events in your Capital city branch, membership, STEM activities and so much more! The Canberra team will be there - ask for Lea, Andrew, Kierin or Wendy! See you all at the largest aerospace event in Australia

11.01.2022 Members only event: A Conversation with the Chief of Air Force 06 Aug 20, Air Marshal Mel Hupfeld will talk about the RAAF as it approaches its centenary and engage in a Q&A. This event is limited to 100 participants - members only. Registration is available on the RAeS Australian Division website: www.raes.org.au/events A Zoom link will be sent separately to successful registrants. Royal Australian Air Force

11.01.2022 Don't forget to come along tonight to our annual end of year catch up at Capital Brewing!

11.01.2022 Last week, on Zoom, Canberra's own, LTCOL Keirin Joyce, described the current status of ADF UAS, and discussed the path to a highly autonomous future. Here's the recording! Vid edit credit to #RoguePerspectives, two cool Canberra STEM'ers with camera skills. ADF investment in unmanned aerial systems is increasing and is expected to exceed $20 billion over the next decade. The three services are seeking to exploit the advantages these systems and are seeking to expand their roles in supporting their operational capabilities. The UAS platforms range from the the smallest hand held devices to full-scale aircraft and each present challenges in their effective use and support. Australian Army Royal Australian Air Force Royal Australian Navy

10.01.2022 This an exciting initiative from Australian Youth Aerospace Association (AYAA) and Royal Aeronautical Society Australian Division: the Ray Stalker Award for young aeronautical persons, complimenting the now well known Lawrence Hargreaves Award presented every two years at the Avalon Airshow. Do you know an impressive young aero professional in Australia? Could their professional development do with a $5k boost? Nominate now! https://ayaa.com.au/RayStalkerAward

10.01.2022 Love what Google Wing is doing to blaze a trail for wholesale adoption of #drone technology! Here's some pics from a recent Royal Aeronautical Society Canberra Branch site visit hosted by Head of Global Flight Ops Phil Swinsburg and his amazing team of entrepreneurs! So much great tech being fused for an innovative result. #Gamechanger #AvGeek... This was a members only, exclusive event: a great reason to consider RAeS membership! Royal Australian Air Force Australian Army Australian Youth Aerospace Association - AYAA UNSW Canberra at ADFA See more

10.01.2022 RAeS August Monthly Lecture: Colonel James B Brown, Director Battlefield Aviation Program, speaks on the Future of Australian Army Aviation. Colonel Brown entered the Australian Army in 1991, becoming a pilot in 1993. He is a qualified Aerial Fire Support gunship pilot and was Officer Commanding 171 Operational Support Squadron before becoming Commanding Officer of 5 Aviation Regiment. He has also undertaken a number of training appointments, including as a Pilot Instructor... with the United States Army Aviation Training Centre and Commandant Australian Army Aviation Training Centre. As a staff officer, Colonel Brown worked on the Introduction to Operational Service of the Multi-Role Helicopter (MRH) 90, Assistant Chief of Staff and Director Aviation Capability Management in Headquarters Forces Command. Colonel Brown has significant operational experience including Bougainville, Solomon Islands, Sumatra, Iraq and Afghanistan. Like our Page; join the society - www.raes.org.au to get access to great lectures like this!

09.01.2022 Keen for some #AvGeek action this week in #Canberra? Try #DroneRacing Nationals at Philip Oval! https://www.facebook.com/audronenationals/videos/2263380663790780/

09.01.2022 RAeS in conjunction with Engineers Australia will be hosting Dr. Billy Fredrikkson, Former VP and Chief technology Officer, SAAB Aerospace at Questacon on March 12th as part of the International Eminent Speaker Program. Click the link below to register. Spaces are limited!!

04.01.2022 In October 2018, three spacecraft were launched to travel together to the planet Mercury. This was the BepiColombo mission, Europe and Japan’s first attempt to orbit the planet closest to our sun. Dr Sean Tuttle discusses the key challenges, of the space mission with us.

04.01.2022 We are ready for Cool Aeronautics at #Avalon2019. Come have a chat with us about all things aerospace.

04.01.2022 Eyes to the skies tomorrow at approx 10.30am. Aircraft flypast over Russell, Parliament House and along King’s Avenue for the official Chief of Air Force change... of command ceremony. The flypasts will feature the aircraft types that have been accepted into Air Force during the tenure of the outgoing Chief of Air Force, including EA-18G Growler, P-8A Poseidon, Dassault Falcon 7X, PC-21 and F-35A Joint Strike Fighter. Chief of Air Force, Air Marshal Leo Davies, AO CSC will officially hand over command of the Royal Australian Air Force to Air Marshal Mel Hupfeld, AO DSC at the formal Change of Command Ceremony and parade. Photo thanks to Royal Australian Air Force

02.01.2022 Last days to purchase tickets to the RAeS Ian Fleming Lecture at Royal Military College, Historic Duntroon House!