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History and Traditions
A poppy being placed on the roll of honour at the Australian War Memorial in Canberra.

Our History

Learn more about our history and the people who made it.

The Ryan STM-S2 is a part of the Royal Australian Air Force’s Temora Historic Flight.

Historic Aircraft

In 2019, Defence entered into an agreement with the Temora Aviation Museum to transfer ownership of 11 historically significant aircraft to the Royal Australian Air Force.
 
Personnel on RAAF Base Wagga's parade ground in the 1950s.

Our People in the Past

A look at some of the people that have made the Air Force what it is today.

Chief of Air Force welcome reception at the RAAF Museum, Point Cook,

History and Heritage Branch

Links to guides and fact sheets available from institutions such as the Australian War Memorial, National Archives of Australia and National Library of Australia that will help with ensuring your research is effective.

Corporal Margaret-Rose Nansen, a Personnel Capability Specialist, in her workplace at No. 33 Squadron.

Reserves' History

Discover the rich history of our Air Force Reserve.