Labor welcomes the appointment of Air Marshal Mel Hupfeld, AO, DSC as Australia next Chief of Airforce.

Air Marshal Hupfeld’s deep operational and leadership experience, particularly as Chief Joint Operations, makes him the ideal person to lead Australia’s Air Force.
 
Labor also welcomes the promotion of Major General Greg Bilton, AM, CSC to Lieutenant General, and his appointment as the next Chief Joint Operations.
 
Labor would like to thank Air Marshal Leo Davies, AO, CSC, for his decades of service to his country. He leaves a fine legacy and we wish him all the best.