An Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) used as part of normal security operations had a forced landing in Dili on 03 May 07 due to technical faults.

The UAV hit the side of a house during the landing and no one was injured. ISF engineers visited the area and assessed the damage in order to make appropriate repairs to the house.

The area was repaired with a yellow translucent plastic pannel, allowing light into the house and providing a better enviroment for the residents.

Operation Astute is the Australian Government’s response to a request from the Government of Timor-Leste to assist in restoring peace to their country.

The Australian Defence Force (ADF) has deployed to Timor-Leste with a mission to assist the Government and the United Nations to bring stability, security and confidence to the Timorese to allow them to resolve their differences democratically and peacefully.

There are approximately 1000 ADF personnel currently serving in Timor-Leste. This force will remain in Timor-Leste continuing to provide a robust response capability to support the Government of Timor-Leste and the United Nations Police force.

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