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41-635: The Brunei Darussalam International Defence Exhibition and Conference ( BRIDEX ), originally Brunei Darussalam International Defence Exhibition , was a biennial defence and security exhibition and conference held in Negara Brunei Darussalam . Involving all three service branches of the Royal Brunei Armed Forces (RBAF), it started in 2007, and was launched by the Ministry of Defence (MinDef). The final BRIDEX event to take place
82-602: A Boeing CH-47SD/F Chinook from the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) was sent for static display within Hangar ;B of the airbase , and the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) sent a Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-29N from 19 Squadron . BRIDEX 2013 was the fourth and final iteration of this event. Originally scheduled to take place from 8 to 12 October 2013, it was deferred and took place from 3 to 7 December 2013. It
123-523: A Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-29N from 19 Squadron . On the morning of 20 July 2012 , having departing Royal Brunei Air Force Base, Rimba at 08:55, a RBAirF Bell 212 was due to return to the airbase later that same morning, but subsequently was found crashed with the loss of twelve of the fourteen onboard military personnel in Ulu Rampayoh , Mukim Labi . Investigations by the Supreme Board of Inquiry of
164-786: A United States Marine Corps (USMC) Bell Boeing MV-22B Osprey , and a Lockheed Martin KC-130J Super Hercules . On 24 February 2016 , eight Republic of Korea Air Force (RoKAF) KAI T-50B of the 53rd Air Demonstration Group, 'Black Eagles' made a planned refuelling stop at the airbase, and later on 24 June, the RBAirF revealed a 50th anniversary monument at the Air Movement Centre (AMC), Air Force Base, Rimba. Later that year on 16 November 2016, four Royal Air Force (RAF) Eurofighter Typhoon FGR4 multi-role combat fighter jets supported by an RAF Voyager tanker-transport visited
205-496: A fixed-wing military transport aircraft, namely the IPTN CN235-110M (construction number: N-033, registration: ATUDB 501, subsequently re-registered TUDB 501). This resulted in the official formation of No. 4 Squadron and No. 5 Squadron on 12 September 1997. Four fixed-wing training aircraft were acquired in 1998 , the tandem-seat turboprop Pilatus PC-7 Mk.II , originally operated by No. 3 Squadron. Security of
246-641: A parade was held at the Air Movement Centre (AMC), Rimba, in celebration of the RBAF / ABDB 55th anniversary. Of note was the introduction of Insitu Integrator into the RBAirF, a drone unmanned aerial system (UAS). The decommissioning ceremony of the RBAirF's Bolkow BO105 fleet was held at the AMC within the Air Force Base, Rimba, on 5 February 2022 . First introduced as a fleet of six helicopters into No. 2 Squadron, Air Wing in 1981 , administered and maintained by
287-412: A demonstration of their military skills to commemorate the opening of the then new BRIDEX International Conference Centre. Its third occurrence, BRIDEX 2011 took place from 6 to 9 July 2011. Following the previous event, exhibitors were again limited to approximately 250 companies, however, the 2011 event held special significance as it coincided with the golden anniversary of RBAF. During BRIDEX 2011,
328-580: A further hearing on 11 November 2019, which was then adjourned by three weeks until 2 December. On 8 February 2021 , local man Muhammad Firdaus bin Mohammad Salleh was given a custodial sentence of two years six months imprisonment plus three strokes of the cane after pleading guilty at the High Court . The damage caused to the main gates was assessed to be over BND 8,000. On 14 May 2020 , medical supplies donated by China to help combat
369-438: A mobility park and marina for live demonstrations of equipment and systems; chalets , restaurants and hospitality facilities. The conceptual design was conceived within three hours, and the construction was completed within nine months. The building complex was design by its principal architect , Ar. Masri Haji Mohd Taha, a British-trained Bruneian Chartered Architect. The first BRIDEX took place from 31 May to 2 June 2007 at
410-691: A training area for Exercise Setia Bersama (Loyal Together) 1/2019, the nationwide ten-day military exercise conducted by the Royal Brunei Armed Forces (RBAF / ABDB) in Brunei Darussalam. Military assets from various parts of the RBAF test and assess their level of preparedness at both operational and tactical levels, and cooperated with other agencies and 'grassroots' leaders from all districts of Brunei, and included all military camp bases. A month later, United States and Brunei joint exercise Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT)
451-897: Is currently home (or parent ) to the following units . All 1 Wing units are based at Rimba. Established 1 September 1983 ; 41 years ago ( 1983-09-01 ) , from the Air Defence Battery of the Royal Brunei Malay Regiment , it was subsequently reassigned to the Royal Brunei Air Force on 24 March 1995 ; 29 years ago ( 1995-03-24 ) , and renamed the Air Defence Squadron, and subsequently raised to wing status. As well as operational roles, 2 Wing also provides administrative and support functions. Created on 27 July 2016 ; 8 years ago ( 2016-07-27 ) , No. 3 Wing
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#1733085916844492-617: Is the military headquarters and main operating airbase of the Royal Brunei Air Force (RBAirF, originally Angkatan Tentera Udara Diraja Brunei - ATUDB; from 2005 to Tentera Udara Diraja Brunei - TUDB). It is located near the Bruneian village of Kampong Rimba , opposite, and sharing its main runway of 3,685 metres (12,090 feet ) with the Brunei International Airport (BIA), at Bandar Seri Begawan , in
533-450: Is to manage administrative issues and base maintenance in relating to the Royal Brunei Air Force operations , together with managing personnel welfare. Previously known as Training Wing, 7 Wing is responsible for the training, administration, and welfare management of all Royal Brunei Air Force personnel, and is also an establishment for Leadership courses to fulfil the needs of the RBAirF. Royal Brunei Air Force Base, Rimba displays
574-408: Is used in reference to a period of two years. In particular, it can refer to: Royal Brunei Air Force Base, Rimba Officially known as Royal Brunei Air Force Base, Rimba ( Malay : Pangkalan Tentera Udara Diraja Brunei, Rimba ), commonly known as Rimba Air Force Base ( Pangkalan Tentera Udara Rimba ), occasionally known as Rimba Airbase, and informally abbreviated Rimba AFB; it
615-588: The Brunei-Muara District of the sultanate of Brunei Darussalam . Aviation in the sultanate of Brunei Darussalam arose due to a government desire to provide medical services in the rural areas of its territory. In 1965 , two Sikorsky S55 helicopters were contracted from the Worldwide Helicopter Company to fly doctors by helicopter to remote areas, particularly those which were inaccessible by road . In 1966 , this service
656-684: The COVID-19 pandemic in Brunei arrived at Royal Brunei Air Force Base, Rimba, on board an Ilyushin IL-76 from the China's People's Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF). The Air Movements Centre (AMC) at Rimba processed the 128 boxes of medical equipment; which included laboratory and thermal screening equipment (testing kits and ventilator support equipment), personal protective equipment (PPE), and sanitising and disinfectant products. From 26 until 28 January 2021 ,
697-663: The Polish -manufactured Sikorsky S70i Blackhawk , unveiled by His Majesty the Sultan of Brunei . This new acquisition of the S70i fleet marked the end and retirement of the entire fleet of Bell 212 , which spanned forty years service in the RBAirF. BRIDEX 2013 again had participation from the United States of America, by sending a single USAF Boeing C-17 Globemaster III of the 545th Airlift Squadron from Joint Base Pearl Harbor–Hickam , Hawaii,
738-471: The Royal Brunei Air Force 's Fire Service Flight of No. 3 Wing RBAirF completed an Aviation Rescue Fire Fighting (ARFF) exercise at the Royal Brunei Air Force Base, Rimba. Aside from testing the competency and effectiveness of the firefighting crews and associated emergency services, its aim was also to refine and produce an updated Standard Operating Procedure (SOP). On 25 June 2021 ,
779-421: The Royal Brunei Armed Forces (RBAF) concluded that the crash was caused by human error whilst in flight; specifically 'unauthorised low-level flying' which resulted in a controlled flight into terrain (CFIT). At the time of the crash, believed to be approximately 10:15, the aircraft was being operated by three crew; also onboard were two trainers, one staff, and eight officer cadets . On 30 September 2013,
820-647: The Royal Brunei Navy (RBN) celebrated its 46th anniversary at the Muara Naval Base , in which twenty-four warships from ten countries were invited. Notably, this was the first time the USA attended BRIDEX, which was co-located at Royal Brunei Air Force Base, Rimba ; the United States Air Force (USAF) sent General Dynamics F-16s from Misawa Air Base , Japan to conduct aerial demonstrations. Furthermore,
861-710: The Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers (REME) from the United Kingdom until 1993, this ended 41 years' service of the type as latterly operated by No. 1 Wing , Operations Group. From 24 until 26 January 2023 at Royal Brunei Air Force Base, Rimba, Major (U) Muhammad Isyhak bin Haji Ismail, Acting Commanding Officer of No. 2 Wing RBAirF , took part in a three-day Air Domain Awareness Subject Matter Expert Exchange via video-conference to
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#1733085916844902-465: The United States Air Force (USAF) made their first ever participation in the event, with General Dynamics F-16s from Misawa Air Base , Japan, conducting aerial demonstrations over Royal Brunei Air Force Base, Rimba. Additionally, the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) sent a Boeing CH-47SD/F Chinook for static display within Hangar B of the airbase , and the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF, Tentera Udara Diraja Malaysia , TUDM) sent
943-616: The close air support (CAS) role. In 1982 , No. 3 Squadron was established to operate a pair of SIAI Marchetti SF260W fixed-wing training aircraft . In 1984 , as a result of the independence of Brunei Darussalam from the United Kingdom (UK), the Air Wing came under the official command of Command Task Force, Royal Brunei Armed Forces (RBAF). On 1 October 1991 , the Air Wing, Royal Brunei Armed Forces became an independent service ( air force ) of Royal Brunei Armed Forces, and
984-426: The 545th Airlift Squadron from Joint Base Pearl Harbor–Hickam , Hawaii, a United States Marine Corps (USMC) Bell Boeing MV-22B Osprey , and a Lockheed Martin KC-130J Super Hercules . [REDACTED] Media related to Brunei Darussalam International Defence Exhibition at Wikimedia Commons biennial Biennial means (an event) lasting for two years or occurring every two years. The related term biennium
1025-415: The AMC is to provide arrivals and departure facilities for all Royal Brunei Armed Forces (RBAF) personnel transiting to and from Brunei, along with other nations forces, and will also be used for officials using non-commercial flights. The fourth Brunei Darussalam International Defence Exhibition (BRIDEX) meet in 2013 seen the introduction of the newer Blackhawk variant into the Royal Brunei Air Force,
1066-534: The International Convention Centre, established and organised by the Ministry of Defence, Brunei Darussalam. The event received the participation of 108 companies from sixteen countries, and 11,000 members of the public visited the event during the three-day period. The second BRIDEX took place from 12 to 15 August 2009. The Ministry of Defence had appointed Royal Brunei Technical Services (RBTS),
1107-546: The Ministry of Defence signed a contract to purchase four new Airbus C295MW tactical transport fixed-wing aircraft from Airbus Defence and Space to replace its ageing CN235-110M . Produced at the Airbus factory in Seville, Spain, the first aircraft was handed over to the RBAirF in Seville late December 2023, and the first two aircraft (TUDB 502 and TUDB 503 ) arrived at Rimba on 24 January 2024. Royal Brunei Air Force Base, Rimba
1148-814: The Pacific Integrated Air and Missile Defence (IAMD) Centre. On 31 May 2023, Royal Brunei Air Force Base, Rimba was again the host for the grand parade, celebrating the 62nd anniversary of the Royal Brunei Armed Forces. During mid-2023, 606 Squadron of the Royal Auxiliary Air Force (RAuxAF) was deployed from its home base RAF Benson in England to assist the move of Brunei-based Pumas of 230 'Tiger' Squadron from temporary home base in Royal Brunei Air Force Base, Rimba. The flight effectively relocated to its British Forces Brunei permanent home base at Medicina Lines on 1 June 2023. In December 2022,
1189-830: The RBAirF at Rimba was enhanced on 4 January 1999 , with the formation of an Air Regiment and a Base Defence Squadron, along with the introduction of the French-made Mistral missile system operated by No. 38 Squadron. Following the change on 1 January 2005 of the official Malay name of the Royal Brunei Air Force to Tentera Udara Diraja Brunei (TUDB), the first of the three ordered Sikorsky S-92 helecopters by Brunei Shell Petroleum (BSP) arrived at Royal Brunei Air Force Base, Rimba, on 25 February 2007 , before being transferred to their scheduled home base at Anduki Airfield (WBAK). These aircraft were transported by an Antonov An-124 from Bradley International Airport , Windsor Locks , Connecticut, USA. During BRIDEX 2011 ,
1230-486: The airbase. On 18 July 2017 , an RAF A400M Atlas C1 from No. 70 Squadron RAF visited the airbase, and later from 27 until 29 July 2017, a Boeing KC-767J tanker-transport from the 404th Tactical Airlift Tanker Squadron (第404飛行隊) of the Japan Air Self-Defence Force (JASDF) made a goodwill visit to the base. On 24 September 2019 , Royal Brunei Air Force Base, Rimba was one of the locations used as
1271-530: The impact caused the main gate to fall, which then damaged two cars parked nearby. Muhammad Firdaus failed to enter a plea to the charge of 'committing an act endangering the lives of the public' when appearing at the Magistrates' Court on 4 November 2019. The defendant could face a fine and up to three years imprisonment if convicted ; his case was referred to the Deputy Public Prosecutor for
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1312-482: The newly completed Air Movement Centre (AMC) within the airbase was officially handed over to the RBAirF; during the ceremony, the main contractor LSL Sdn Bhd presented a mock key (via a formal chain of Bruneian officials and government ministers) to the then Commander of the Royal Brunei Air Force, Brigadier General Wardi Abdul Latip . Designed by Arkitek KHA, construction of the new AMC began on 29 April 2013, and cost approximately B$ 3.9 million. The main purpose of
1353-506: The solely authorised procurement agency of sensitive and strategic goods for the country, as the organisers of the event, with an increase in exhibitors (approximately 250 companies from twenty-five countries) showcasing their products. There were also rises in the number of visitors from previous event (14,000). On the opening day, Wednesday 12, personnel from the Special Task Force of the Royal Brunei Armed Forces (RBAF) carried out
1394-517: Was again held at the BRIDEX International Conference Centre, and co-located at Royal Brunei Air Force Base, Rimba . Notably, BRIDEX 2013 seen the introduction of a newer Blackhawk helicopter variant into the Royal Brunei Air Force (RBAirF), the Polish -manufactured Sikorsky S70i Blackhawk , unveiled by His Majesty the Sultan of Brunei . The USA again had participation, sending a single USAF Boeing C-17 Globemaster III of
1435-764: Was established to give support and assistance to Operational Group in achieving its mission and responsibilities. 4 Wing is commonly known as Supply Headquarters, and is directly responsible to the Support Group Commander. Commanded by Lieutenant Colonel (U) Pengiran Mohamed Khairul Arifin bin Pengiran Haji Mohamad Salleh, 5 Wing is the Maintenance Wing for the entire Royal Brunei Air Force, tasked with all operational and training requirements along with maintenance deadlines and handling aircraft maintenance related matters. 6 Wing's main role
1476-699: Was from 3 to 7 December 2013. The Ministry of Defence appointed Royal Brunei Technical Services (RBTS) as organisers of the event. In 2009, the BRIDEX International Conference Centre, Jerudong was purpose-built for BRIDEX events on a 26 acres (11 hectares ) site near the Royal Brunei Polo and Riding Club, five minutes from the Empire Hotel and Country Club. Exhibitors and visitors benefit from 10,000 square metres (110,000 square feet ) of modern air-conditioned exhibition halls; 5,000 square metres (54,000 square feet) adjoining apron space for static displays;
1517-451: Was held at the base on 22 October 2019 . Also noted during CARAT 2019, a USAF Boeing P-8A Poseidon operated by Patrol Squadron (VP) 10 was present at the airbase. On 2 November 2019 at 16:55, the main gate of Royal Brunei Air Force Base, Rimba was damaged when a man in a hijacked car used it to ram into the main gate "a few times". The car, with a young boy inside, was hijacked by 24 year old Muhammad Firdaus bin Mohammad Salleh, and
1558-545: Was later procured to replace a hull loss . In 1970 , prior to Rimba Air Force Base, the military Air Wing of Brunei then started to operate a pair of Bell 205 helicopters from Berakas Garrison , forming No. 1 Squadron. These were subsequently replaced in 1974 by Bell 212 helicopters. No. 2 Squadron was formed in 1981 , equipped with six German Bolkow BO105-CBS helicopters (construction numbers and registration: S-408 / 123 , S-409 / 124 , S-410 / 125 , S-411 / 126 , S-412 / 127 , and S-581 / 100 ) operating in
1599-404: Was officially named the Air Wing, and the same year, deliveries of the first of five Bell 206 Jet Ranger helicopters (four 206A, and subsequently two 206B-3; construction numbers and registration: 579 / AMDB-103 , 580 / AMDB-104 , 110 / AMDB-107 , 325 / AMDB-109 , 2896 / AMDB-121 [reassigned TUDB-305], and 2898 / AMDB-122 [reassigned TUDB-306]) arrived to enter service. A sixth airframe
1640-523: Was officially named the Royal Brunei Air Force (RBAirF), or Angkatan Tentera Udara Diraja Brunei (ATUDB) in Malay . It was also operating from Penanjong Garrison during this period. In 1996 at Penanjong Garrison , the sultan Presented Royal and Service Colours to the Royal Brunei Air Force. At the now established airbase of Royal Brunei Air Force Base, Rimba, 1997 saw the arrival of Sikorsky S70A-14 Blackhawk helicopters, and more significantly,
1681-669: Was taken over by three British pilots from the Royal Air Force (RAF), operating three RAF Westland Whirlwind helicopters, thereby signifying the start of military aviation in Brunei, officially becoming a helicopter platoon . In 1967 , the Whirlwinds were replaced by a pair of Westland Wessex Mk54 (Bruneian export version of the RAF HC2 variant; construction numbers and registration : wa563 (built 1966) / AMDB-106 , and wa695 (1969) / AMDB-101 ). Three years later, in 1969 , it