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From: Coronet To: Undisclosed-Recipient@ Sent: Thursday, August 25, 2016 6:17 AM Subject: New Zealand contracts Boeing for Orion upgrade New Zealand contracts Boeing for Orion upgrade 25 August, 2016 Boeing has been contracted to upgrade the underwater intelligence, reconnaissance and surveillance capability of the Royal New Zealand Air Force’s (RNZAF) fleet of Lockheed Martin P-3K2 Orions. Wellington says in a statement that the contract is valued at NZ$36 million, and will replace ageing, less reliable systems on the Orions, allowing the country to re-instate its anti-submarine warfare capability. “Knowing what is happening underwater is integral to monitoring submarine activity,” says New Zealand’s defence minister Gerry Brownlee. “This is particularly important in the Asia-Pacific region which is home to two-thirds of the world’s submarines.” Boeing has teamed with local companies Safe Air, Beca and Marops to provide through-life support for the acquisition. The RNZAF’s Orions have been in service since 1966, with five aircraft originally delivered as P-3Bs, and subsequently upgraded in the 1980s to P-3K standard. A subsequent upgrade saw them designated as P-3K2s. New Zealand’s defence ministry is working through options to replace the Orions, which are expected to retire from service in the mid-2020s.

20140409ran8107930_032 An RAAF AP-3C Orion flies past ABFC Ocean Shield (OSCV 11) on a mission to drop sonobuoys to assist in the acoustic search in support of Operation SOUTHERN INDIAN OCEAN. Joint Task Force 658 has been established by the ADF to coordinate supporting military forces engaged in the search for missing Malaysia Airlines flight MH370. Under the name Operation SOUTHERN INDIAN OCEAN, ADF assets from the RAN and RAAF have joined the debris search, recovery, and investigation of the missing flight. (RAN photo by LSIS Bradley Darvill, Navy Imagery Unit – West) A larger, high-res version can be viewed or downloaded here: http://images.defence.gov.au/20140409ran8107930_032.jpg More Info: Australian Border Force Cutter (ABFC) Ocean Shield: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ABFC_Ocean_Shield https://www.border.gov.au/australian-border-force-abf/protecting/maritime/cutter-abfc-ocean-shield Australian Border Force https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Australian_Border_Force https://www.border.gov.au/australian-border-force-abf

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20140409ran8107930_032 An RAAF AP-3C Orion flies past Australian Border Force Cutter Ocean Shield (OSCV 11) on a mission to drop sonobuoys to assist in the acoustic search in support of Operation SOUTHERN INDIAN OCEAN. (RAN photo by LSIS Bradley Darvill, Navy Imagery Unit – West) A larger, high-res version can be viewed or downloaded here: http://images.defence.gov.au/20140409ran8107930_032.jpg ABFC Ocean Shield https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ABFC_Ocean_Shield

20141204rn00000_01 An RAAF AP-3C Orion flies past HMS Echo (H87). Joint Task Force 658 has been established by the ADF to coordinate the military forces engaged in the search for the missing Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370. Under the name Operation SOUTHERN INDIAN OCEAN, ADF assets from the RAN and RAAF have joined the search for debris, recovery, and investigation of the missing flight. (Royal Navy photo) A larger, high-res version can be viewed or downloaded here: http://images.defence.gov.au/20141204rn00000_01.jpg

20140331raaf8165233_068 AP-3C Orions sit on the tarmac at RAAF Base Pearce prior to missions in support of Operation SOUTHERN INDIAN OCEAN. The ADF is committed to the international effort supporting the Australian Maritime Safety Authority-led search operation for Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 in the southern Indian Ocean. The ADF is operating with a strong international military team that includes an RNZAF P-3K Orion, two U.S. Navy P-8A Poseidons, two PLAAF Ilyushin Il-76s, two JMSDF P-3C Orions, a Japan Coast Guard Gulfstream V, two RoKAF aircraft, and two RMAF C-130 Hercules. (RAAF photo by CPL David Gibbs, 28SQN AFID-EDN) A larger, high-res version can be viewed or downloaded here: http://images.defence.gov.au/20140331raaf8165233_068.jpg

20150122raaf8526964_0476 A No. 92 Wing AP-3C Orion soars through the clouds during a training sortie. (RAAF photo by CPL Shannon McCarthy, 28SQN AFID-AMB) A larger, high-res version can be viewed or downloaded here: http://images.defence.gov.au/20150122raaf8526964_0476.jpg ------------------------------------ An AP-3C Orion armed with Harpoon missiles. (RAAF photo) A larger, high-res version can be viewed or downloaded here: http://images.defence.gov.au/P3_HARPOONS.jpg ------------------------------------ AP-3C Orion (RAAF photo) A larger, high-res version can be viewed or downloaded here: http://images.defence.gov.au/P3.jpg ------------------------------------

20050804ran8165534_079 92 Wing AP-3C Orion flies over Darwin Harbour. 92 Wing deployed three AP-3C Orions there for Exercise Kakadu VII, a joint exercise off the coast of Darwin involving navies and air forces from Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Malaysia, Papua New Guinea, Indonesia, and India. (RAN photo by Leading Aircraftman Allan Cooper, HMAS COONAWARRA) A larger, high-res version can be viewed or downloaded here: http://images.defence.gov.au/20050804ran8165534_079.jpg

000-177-216_0026 A AP-3C Orion of 92 Wing releases flares during a trial of electronic warfare self-protection systems by ARDU. (RAAF photo by CPL Pete Gammie, 92 Wing Imagery Section) A larger, high-res version can be viewed or downloaded here: http://images.defence.gov.au/000-177-216_0026.jpg Aircraft Research and Development Unit https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aircraft_Research_and_Development_Unit_RAAF

20141004raaf8165233_0184 Four RAAF AP-3C Orions from No. 92 Wing fly in formation over Glenelg, South Australia. RAAF Base Edinburgh’s Number 92 Wing celebrated the 75th anniversary of the formation of Nos 10 and 11 Squadrons by holding a series of events on 3 and 4 October 2014. (RAAF photo by CPL David Gibbs, 28SQN AFID-EDN) A larger, high-res version can be viewed or downloaded here: http://images.defence.gov.au/20141004raaf8165233_0184.jpg --------------------------------------- 20141004raaf8165233_0284 Four RAAF AP-3C Orions from No. 92 Wing fly in formation over Glenelg, South Australia. RAAF Base Edinburgh’s Number 92 Wing celebrated the 75th anniversary of the formation of Nos 10 and 11 Squadrons by holding a series of events on 3 and 4 October 2014. (RAAF photo by CPL David Gibbs, 28SQN AFID-EDN) A larger, high-res version can be viewed or downloaded here: http://images.defence.gov.au/20141004raaf8165233_0284.jpg ---------------------------------------

20131003raaf8165233_0458 As a lead-up to the RAN’s 100th anniversary fly-past over Sydney harbour, three AP-3C Orions from RAAF base Edinburgh’s No. 92 Wing conducted a practice formation over the multi-national fleet in the Eastern Australian Exercise Area. The International Fleet Review from 3-11 October 2013 commemorated the centenary of the first entry of the Royal Australian Navy’s Fleet into Sydney on 4 October 1913. Approximately 40 warships from the RAN and navies from around the world as well as 17 tall ships participated in the event. The program included a tall ships parade, warship arrival, aerial fly pasts, ship open days, parades, harbour demonstrations, and a fireworks spectacular. (RAAF photo by CPL David Gibbs, 28SQN AFID-EDN) A larger, high-res version can be viewed or downloaded here: http://images.defence.gov.au/20131003raaf8165233_0458.jpg

20140331raaf8165233_101 A Republic of Korea Navy P-3C-III+ Orion prepares for another Operation SOUTHERN INDIAN OCEAN sortie in search of MH370 at RAAF Base Pearce. (RAAF photo by CPL David Gibbs, 28SQN AFID-EDN) A larger, high-res version can be viewed or downloaded here: http://images.defence.gov.au/20140331raaf8165233_101.jpg Lockheed P-3C-III+ Orion s/n 95-0905 c/n 185-5834 FMS BuNo 165101

20141013raaf8201782_015 As part of the dismantling process, trestles were positioned under each wing to support them whilst they were separated from the fuselage. (RAAF photo by SGT Mick Bott, 28SQN AFID-EDN) A larger, high-res version can be viewed or downloaded here: http://images.defence.gov.au/20141013raaf8201782_015.jpg ------------------------------------- 20141009raaf8201782_010 A partially-dismantled AP-3C Orion rests on the RAAF Base Edinburgh flightline. (RAAF photo by SGT Mick Bott, 28SQN AFID-EDN) A larger, high-res version can be viewed or downloaded here: http://images.defence.gov.au/20141009raaf8201782_010.jpg ------------------------------------- 20141017raaf8201782_038 The fuselage of Orion A9-663 is loaded onto a truck for transportation to a scrap metal recycling yard. (RAAF photo by SGT Mick Bott, 28SQN AFID-EDN) A larger, high-res version can be viewed or downloaded here: http://images.defence.gov.au/20141017raaf8201782_038.jpg ------------------------------------- 20141017raaf8201782_059 AP-3C Orion A9-663 departs RAAF Base Edinburgh for the last time on its way to a scrap metal yard. (RAAF photo by SGT Mick Bott, 28SQN AFID-EDN) A larger, high-res version can be viewed or downloaded here: http://images.defence.gov.au/20141017raaf8201782_059.jpg ------------------------------------- 20141020raaf8201782_009 AP-3C Orion A9-663 was broken down into small pieces so it could be put through the shredder for recycling. In October 2014, three RAAF AP-3C Orions that had been withdrawn from service were dismantled and recycled. (The other two were A9-755 and A9-758.) (RAAF photo by SGT Mick Bott, 28SQN AFID-EDN) A larger, high-res version can be viewed or downloaded here: http://images.defence.gov.au/20141020raaf8201782_009.jpg ------------------------------------- Lockheed P-3C-225-LO Orion; redesignated P-3W; upgraded for AP-3C s/n A9-663 FMS BuNo 162663 c/n 285D-5791 Although externally having most of the items associated with the AP-3C upgrade, it was, in fact, used as a trials aircraft for the development of new systems and was frequently absent from home base. Noted at Edinburgh on 4 October 2014 completely stripped ready for disposal. Transported to scrap yard on 17 October 2014. (Source: www.adf-gallery.com.au) P-3W (from Wikipedia): Designation used internally by the RAAF to distinguish the first ten P-3C aircraft procured in the P-3C Update 2 configuration (1978-79) from the second ten aircraft that were procured in the Update 2.5 configuration (1982-83). The older aircraft were designated as P-3C and the newer aircraft as P-3W. All were equipped with the British AQS-901 acoustics processor. Eventually, with various system upgrades to the mission systems, the two types merged into one and they are now all known as AP-3C.

20160421adf8160650_056 An RNZAF P-3K Orion prepares for a sortie in support of Exercise Bersama Shield 2016 at RMAF Base Butterworth, Malaysia. (ADF photo by CPL Steve Duncan, 1st Joint Public Affairs Unit) A larger, high-res version can be viewed or downloaded here: http://images.defence.gov.au/20160421adf8160650_056.jpg Lockheed P-3B Orion; upgraded to P-3K s/n NZ4202 c/n 185-5192 ======================== 000176816_0031 A U.S. Navy P-3C Orion lands at RAAF Base Townsville during Exercise Talisman Sabre 05. (ADF photo) A larger, high-res version can be viewed or downloaded here: http://images.defence.gov.au/000176816_0031.jpg Lockheed P-3C-110-LO Orion; upgraded to P-3C-IIIR, then to P-3C CDU (“Counter Drug Upgrade”) BuNo 156515 c/n 285A-5509

----- Forwarded Message ----- From: Coronet To: Undisclosed-Recipient@ Sent: Thursday, August 4, 2016 7:12 AM Subject: VX-1 Bids Farewell to the P-3C Orion VX-1 Bids Farewell to the P-3C Orion By Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Luis R. Chavez Jr., AIRTEVRON ONE (VX-1) 04-08-2016 Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (VX) 1 bid farewell to the command’s last P-3 as it departed for Davis-Monthan Air Force Base in Tucson, Arizona, July 20. The P-3C Orion is an anti-submarine warfare (ASW) and anti-surface warfare (ASuW) patrol aircraft. The P-3C’s mission is to provide surveillance across land and sea, and has proven to be a valuable asset for the Navy and VX-1. “The P-3C Orion has provided us, as operators, with a wealth of assets to complete any mission in any AOR,” said Aviation Warfare Systems Operator 2nd Class Sean Smith, aircrewman assigned to VX-1. “VX-1 continually led the operational test of new systems before they went to the fleet so I’m proud to have been a part of the legacy that is the P-3C Orion. I won’t soon forget my time onboard.” Naval Air Station Patuxent River was the first installation to receive the P-3 in 1962. VX-1 received their first P-3, P-3A (885), in 1963 thus making VX-1 the longest continuous operators of the P-3 in the Navy. P-3C Orion (124) is the final P-3 at VX-1 and will further the U.S. Navy’s initiative to replace the remaining P-3C aircraft with the P-8A Poseidon. “I’ve flown the P-3 for five years and I have enjoyed every minute of those five years. I was able to experience it all; from counter-narcotics missions over El Salvador to submarine tracking in Japan,” says Lt. Andrew Radcliffe, P-3 pilot at VX-1. “The transition to the P-8 was different and will be a challenging experience. Overall, it’s been an honor to fly the P-3 and I’m sad to see it go.” VX-1’s P-3C Orion (124) final flight was to Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, home to the 309th Aerospace Maintenance and Regeneration Group (309 AMARG). The 309 AMARG is the only aircraft “boneyard” and part reclamation installation for military and government aircraft. It houses more than 4,000 aircraft from the Army, Air Force, Coast Guard, Navy, Marine Corps and all other government organizations making it the largest aircraft boneyard in the world.

20160713ran8560098_077 Avionics Technicians from 11 Squadron load an AGM-84 Harpoon missile onto an AP-3C Orion aircraft at Marine Corps Base Hawaii during Exercise Rim of the Pacific 2016. (RAN photo by ABIS Kayla Hayes, Navy Imagery Unit - North) A larger, high-res version can be viewed or downloaded here: http://images.defence.gov.au/20160713ran8560098_077.jpg ------------------------------------ 20160713ran8560098_098 Avionics Technicians from 11 Squadron load an AGM-84 Harpoon missile onto an AP-3C Orion aircraft at Marine Corps Base Hawaii during RIMPAC 2016. (RAN photo by ABIS Kayla Hayes, Navy Imagery Unit - North) A larger, high-res version can be viewed or downloaded here: http://images.defence.gov.au/20160713ran8560098_098.jpg ---------------------------------- Although captioned as an AGM-84, they're clearly ATM-84J-1 training rounds. ----------------------------------

Hellenic Navy, Lockheed Martin, and HAI Launch Greece's P-3B Orion Modernization and Upgrade Program ATHENS, July 25, 2016 — The Hellenic Navy, Lockheed Martin, and Hellenic Aerospace Industry hosted a ceremony today at HAI’s facilities here to recognize the official launch of the Hellenic Navy P-3B maritime patrol aircraft modernization and upgrade program. On July 13, the first of two Hellenic Navy P-3B Orions were successfully transferred from Elefsis Air Base to HAI’s facilities at Tanagra, Greece, north of Athens. Attending today’s ceremony were leaders representing the Hellenic Defense Ministry, the Hellenic National Defense General Staff, the Hellenic Navy, the Hellenic Air Force, the GDDIA, the U.S. Embassy in Greece, Lockheed Martin, and HAI, as well as local authorities. In February 2016, the U.S. Navy awarded Lockheed Martin Aeronautics a not-to-exceed $141.9 million firm-fixed-price, undefinitized contract to modernize the P-3B aircraft for the government of Greece. “During the current difficult and critical times for Southeast Europe and the Mediterranean, the reconstitution of the operational capabilities of this program is a defense priority for the Ministry and the Hellenic Armed Forces,” said Dimitris Vitsas, the Alternate Minister of National Defense for Greece. “In addition, the government-to-government agreement between Greece and the United States guarantees absolute transparency, fair and reasonable program cost, the participation of the Hellenic Defense Industry, and provides unique operational capabilities for the Hellenic Armed Forces.” This contract provides for the reactivation of one Hellenic Navy P-3B aircraft and the procurement of software and hardware kits for the upgrade/modernization for a total of four Hellenic Navy P-3B aircraft. The Mid-Life Upgrade, or MLU, kits will provide an extension of service life by 15,000 flight hours. In addition, this contract provides for phased depot maintenance, a Greece indigenous mission integration and management system, new avionics, and other ancillary hardware and services. “The selection of P-3B and its upgrade is the most advantageous solution for the country. With the criterion of fulfilling the operational requirements of the Hellenic Navy, the P-3 with the MLU program through the government agreement of Greece and the USA offers the optimal combination of cost-effectiveness,” said Admiral Evangelos Apostolakis, chief of the Hellenic National Defense General Staff. “The Hellenic Navy was deprived the services of a maritime patrol aircraft. The launch of the modernization and upgrade works of the P-3B aircraft of the Hellenic Navy covers an operational requirement of vital importance and this is taking place with the largest possible Greek added value,” commented Vice Admiral George Giakoumakis, chief of the Hellenic Navy General Staff. The P-3 Orion is the standard for maritime patrol and reconnaissance and is used for homeland security, anti-piracy operations, humanitarian relief, search and rescue, intelligence gathering, antisubmarine warfare, and, recently, to assist in air traffic control and natural disaster relief support. “We are pleased that the Greek government and the Hellenic Navy have selected the P-3 Orion MLU to support its maritime patrol needs,” said Dennys Plessas, vice president of Business Development Initiatives at Lockheed Martin Aeronautics. “The P-3 MLU delivers capability and value to the Hellenic Navy. Greece’s domestic defense industry will absorb approximately 30 percent of the program’s value, driving significant industrial, economic, and technological advantages for the autonomous operation and support of this mission system.” In addition to the HAI facilities near Athens, in Schimatari, Greece, work on these P-3Bs will be performed in Marietta, Georgia; Greenville, South Carolina; and Baltimore, Maryland, in the United States. “With this program, HAI participates at a program of critically important technical and operational value,” said Zacharias Gkikas, chairman of the Board of Directors for HAI. “HAI welcomes the launch of the program. HAI’s management and employees will work effectively together for to deliver the best possible results to the Greek government and the Hellenic Navy.” Learn more about the P-3 Orion at http://lockheedmartin.com/us/products/p3.html About Lockheed Martin Headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that employs approximately 125,000 people worldwide and is principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration, and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products, and services. About Hellenic Aerospace Industry Hellenic Aerospace Industry S.A., established on 1975, is the leading aerospace company of Greece, having as a mission to deliver defense and aerospace services and products to the Hellenic State, as well as to a wide range of domestic and international customers of both military and civil markets.

Royal New Zealand Air Force holds bomb training Article, photos, and video: http://www.stuff.co.nz/auckland/81717896/Royal-New-Zealand-Air-Force-holds-bomb-training

NZ Air Force helps save two survivors from missing plane in Hawaii stuff.co.nz July 16 2016 A training exercise turned into a dramatic rescue for a Royal New Zealand Air Force crew who helped save two survivors from a plane crash. While in Hawaii, the RNZAF P-3K2 Orion was called in to help in the search for two people whose light aircraft disappeared off the radar about 25 miles northwest of Kona, the Big Island. The Orion was diverted to the search on Friday and the two missing people spent 22 hours in the ocean before they were found and winched to safety by a helicopter about 9.45am on Saturday. Commanding Officer of No 5 Squadron wing commander Daniel Hunt said it was great for the Orion crew to be able to help their U.S. colleagues. "The successful rescue of these two people is fantastic," he said. "We spend a good number of flying hours each year on such missions and sometimes we don't get the result that we and those at home hoping for good news would like." The Orion was due to resume RIMPAC activities on Sunday, operating from its U.S. base at Kaneohe Bay. ABC News reported that search crews were inspecting debris spotted in Hawaiian waters, which they believe could be from the missing plane.

U.S. P-3C Orion and Crew to Participate in Bulgarian Exercise Breeze 2016 Story Number: NNS160718-09 Release Date: 7/18/2016 10:02:00 AM From Patrol Squadron 4 Public Affairs COSTANTA, Romania (NNS) — A U.S. Navy P-3C Orion from VP-4 arrived in Constanta, Romania on July 11 to conduct two training flights as part of exercise Breeze 2016. Breeze 2016 is an annual Bulgarian naval exercise aimed at enhancing interoperability among participating naval units and staffs. U.S. and Black Sea allies Bulgaria, Romania, Turkey, and other NATO participants will exercise tactics, techniques, and procedures in order to enhance interoperability and combined capability to ensure security and stability in the Black Sea. Quote: “Increasing our anti-submarine warfare capabilities with NATO allies, like Bulgaria, is priority for our fleet and the Alliance. Training with Black Sea allies and partners represents an enduring mission for 6th Fleet and we are excited for the opportunity for the U.S. P-3C Orion to participate in exercise Breeze 2016.” – Capt. Bryan Durkee, Commodore, CTF 67 Quick Facts: Breeze 2016 exercise reflects contemporary challenges threatening maritime security. The exercise scenario is completely fictitious and is not intended to resemble a real situation. VP-4 is conducting naval operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe and Africa. U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S. 6th Fleet, headquartered in Naples, Italy, conducts the full spectrum of joint and naval operations, often in concert with allied, joint, and interagency partners in order to advance U.S. national interests and security and stability in Europe and Africa. ------------------------------------- VIRIN: 141115-N-IY142-309 A U.S. Navy P-3C Orion from the “Skinny Dragons” of VP-4 conducts a fly-by with USS Cole (DDG 67) on November 20, 2014. Cole, an Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer homeported in Norfolk, is conducting naval operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communications Specialist 2nd Class John Herman/Released) A larger, high-res version wasn’t available.