Up to six Pilatus PC-21 aircraft from the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Roulettes, based at RAAF Base East Sale Victoria, will conduct a flypast over the Royal Melbourne Show at 12:40 on Thursday 25 September 2025. 

This will be followed by a flying display at 12:55pm over RAAF Base Point Cook as part of the RAAF Museum Interactive Flying Display.

Media Note

Bookings are essential to visit RAAF Base Point Cook and the RAAF Museum. Details about opening hours, how to register and entry requirements can be found on the RAAF Museum website https://www.airforce.gov.au/community/visit-and-learn/raaf-museum.

The flying activity schedule is subject to change, including short notice cancellation, due to variables such as air traffic control, weather and other aviation considerations. Keep an eye on Roulettes socials on the day.

Safety, noise management and the environment are vital considerations in the planning and conduct of Defence flying activities. Participating aircraft will operate with a view to minimising the impact on the local communities.

Further information about the Air Force Roulettes is available Air Force Roulettes | Air Force.

Recent imagery of the Air Force Roulettes is available here: http://images.defence.gov.au/S20252172 

Media Contacts

Defence Media : media@defence.gov.au


For more information, visit the Defence Aircraft Noise website or call 1300 DEFENCE (1300 333 362).

Flying schedule

  • 12:40pm - Flypast for Royal Melbourne Show
  • 12:55pm - Flying display over RAAF Base Point Cook