What is the Defence General Service Driver (DGSD) Conversion Instructor (Steady State) Course?

Aim of the Course Complimenting the Defence Systems Approach to Training (DSAT) principles, students will learn how to become effective trainers in this specialised area and learn how to assess in a controlled environment as per the recognised test standards and in accordance with Joint Service Publications. Facilitated by IDT(A). Entry Standards Regular and Reserve… Read More

What is the B (Car) Vehicle Inspection and Maintenance Op Course?

Aim of the Course The aim of the course is to train personnel to be competent and qualified in the maintenance of Category ‘B’ Vehicle Inspection programmes in accordance with first line assurance. Facilitated by IDT(A). Entry Standards Phase 3 personnel – minimum rank OR-3. Civil Servants employed as Instructional Staff are authorised to attend.… Read More

What is the Combat Support Boat (CSB) Trailer Operator Instructor Course?

Aim of the Course Complimenting the Defence Systems Approach to Training (DSAT) principles, students will learn how to become effective trainers in this specialised area and learn how to assess in a controlled environment as per the recognised test standards and in accordance with Joint Service Publications. Facilitated by IDT(A). Entry Standards Phase 3 personnel… Read More

What is the Vehicle WT/MLET (19 Tonne) Operator Course?

Aim of the Course The aim of the course is to train OSHKOSH 6×6 Transporter Drivers to be competent and qualified Modified Light Equipment Transporter (MLET) Operators. This course concentrates on driving with a laden trailer by day and by night both on-road and on prepared tracks including the practical trailer elements of loading, unloading,… Read More

What was Operation Brasstacks (1986-1987)?

Introduction Operation Brasstacks was a major combined arms military exercise of the Indian Armed Forces in Rajasthan state of India, that took place in 1986 until its execution in 1987. As part of a series of exercises to simulate the operational capabilities of the Indian armed forces, it was the major and largest mobilization of… Read More

What was the 1946 Rabat Vickers Wellington Crash?

Introduction The 1946 Rabat Vickers Wellington crash was a military aviation accident that occurred in Malta on 05 April 1946 when a Vickers Wellington bomber crashed during a training exercise in a residential area in Rabat. All four crew members on board the aircraft and 16 civilians on the ground were killed. The crash also… Read More