Deployments & Exercises

As a member of the Air Force you’ll become part of a team that plays an integral role in peacekeeping and humanitarian operations, both within Australia and around the world. Here are some examples of some recent Air Force deployments and exercises.

Operation ASTUTE

The Air Force is a part of Operation ASTUTE, the Australian Defence Force’s (ADF’s) continuing contribution to maintaining peace and stability in East Timor. The New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) is working alongside the ADF to assist with this mission. Together, the ADF and NZDF personnel form the International Stabilisation Force (ISF) in East Timor. The ISF remains in support, ready to respond to requests from the Government of Timor-Leste and the United Nations.

Operation TOWER

Operation TOWER is the Australian Defence Force's (ADF) contribution to the United Nations Integrated Mission in Timor-Leste (UNMIT), established in 2006 following civil unrest in the area. With representation from 13 countries, the UNMIT Military Liaison Group conducts daily monitoring of the security environment as well as providing military advice on the restoration and maintenance of security. ADF members are also employed as staff officers based at UNMIT headquarters in Dili.