Airfield Defence Guard Roles

ADG Rifleman

Riflemen form the basic building block of the Airfield Defence Guard section. In general, all ADG's are trained to operate as riflemen. In an ADG section there are usually four riflemen. The primary weapon of the rifleman is the F88 Austeyr or the F88 Austeyr with a grenade launcher.

ADG Gunner

Airfield Defence Guard sections may have up to two gunners. Their primary weapon is either a F89 Minimi or MAG 58 machine gun. All ADG's are trained to operate both weapons. These weapons provide the majority of firepower for an ADG section.

ADG Sniper

An Airfield Defence Guard sniper is a highly trained airman capable of undertaking specialist tasks, such as surveillance and reporting, maintaining a very high standard of fieldcraft and marksmanship skills.

ADG Assault Pioneer

Airfield Defence Guard Assault Pioneers are cross-trained in basic engineering skills, including the construction of field defences, obstacles and the operation of plant equipment.

ADG Signallers

Airfield Defence Guard sections have at least one signaller. A signaller provides communications to enable highly dynamic command and control.

ADG Close Personal Protection Operator

As an Airfield Defence Guard (ADG) you may have the opportunity to become qualified as a Close Personal Protection Operator (CPPOP). CPPOP's ensure the protection of aircrew