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News and events

News and events

News

Air Force personnel conduct an interview with the Contingent Commander of Exercise Cope North.

Royal Australian Air Force news

 16 June 2020
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Five KC-30A Multi Role Tanker Transport aircraft from No 33 SQN on taxiway Alpha at RAAF Base Amberley.

No. 33 Squadron ‘elephant walk’ with five KC-30A Multi-Role Tanker Transports

 9 December 2019
In a world first, No. 33 Squadron (33SQN) has conducted an ‘elephant walk’ with five KC-30A Multi-Role Tanker Transports (MRTTs) at RAAF Base Amberley. An elephant...
Although it may be a few weeks until the festive season begins, the RAAF Amberley Christmas Treat team has already started wrapping gifts.

Wrapping up 2019 at Amberley

 8 December 2019
Although it may be a few weeks until the festive season begins, the RAAF Base Amberley Christmas Treat team has already started wrapping gifts. Christmas...
Family history of successful careers in the Air Force and interest in innovative concepts motivated Flying Officer (FLGOFF) Josh Vicino to become an avionics design engineer through the Undergraduate Sponsorship Scheme in 2015.

Life in the RAAF - FLGOFF Josh Vicino

 4 December 2019
Family history of successful careers in the Air Force and interest in innovative concepts motivated Flying Officer (FLGOFF) Josh Vicino to become an avionics design...
To the women and men of Air Command, and the families and friends that support them, we thank you for your continuing commitment and service in the protection and defence of our nation.

Air Commander Australia - End-of-year message

 1 December 2019
To the women and men of Air Command, and the families and friends that support them. Firstly, we thank you for your continuing commitment and service in the...
Becoming a ground defence officer is no easy feat and after almost three years of training, Flying Officer (FLGOFF) Anthony Tapii from No. 3 Security Forces Squadron (3SECFOR) at RAAF Edinburgh is quickly forging ahead with his career.

Life in the RAAF - FLGOFF Anthony Tapii

 28 November 2019
Becoming a ground defence officer is no easy feat and after almost three years of training, Flying Officer (FLGOFF) Anthony Tapii from No. 3 Security Forces Squadron (...

Events

Air Force 100

 31 March 2021

On 31 March 2021, the Royal Australian Air Force will mark 100 years as an independent service.
Air Force Regional Compliance Officer, CPL Joey Hull from the Air Force Ranges Squadron reflects on National Reconciliation Week.

National Reconciliation Week 2020

 26 May 2020
National Reconciliation Week (NRW) celebrates respectful relationships between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians and non-Indigenous Australians. NRW is...
No. 4 Squadron Combat Controllers set up an antenna.

Firing of pyrotechnics at Salt Ash Air Weapons Range

 7 May 2020
No. 4SQN will be conducting survival training, which may include the firing of flares that can reach heights of up to 500 metres.   All pyrotechnic...
Anzac Day 2020 - The Eternal Flame at the Australian War Memorial.

Anzac Day 2020

 24 April 2020
 The Anzac spirit lives in the heart and minds of all Australians as we acknowledge the courage and sacrifice of those who contributed so much in shaping the...
At 10000ft and still beneath the Finisterre Ranges a 38 Squadron Caribou A4-275 cruises by clouds with rocks in them, during a training mission in Papua New Guinea.

Caribou anniversary at RAAF Amberley Aviation Heritage Centre

 12 March 2020
The first three Canadian De Havilland DH-4C Caribous arrived in Australia almost 56 years ago to the day, on March 12 1964. Just over a year later, destined for a...
The Air Force Roulettes perform their aerobatic display.

Australian Defence Force participation in Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix

 10 March 2020
The Australian Defence Force is proud to support this year’s Formula 1® Australian Grand Prix with aerial and ground displays by Air Force, Army, Navy, Defence Force...