Air Force to support the Battle of Britain Commemorative Service - 2024

The Royal Australian Air Force is proud to be supporting the Battle of Britain commemorative service in Hobart, hosted by the Royal Australian Air Force Association – Tasmania Division.

This year marks 84 years since the Battle of Britain campaign, which took place during World War 2 between 10 July 1940 and 31 October 1940. More than 30 Australians flew combat operations during the campaign, 10 of whom were killed in action.

The Air Force Roulettes are planning to conduct a number of flypasts over central Hobart, on Saturday 14 Sept (at approx. 3pm) and the commemorative service at Hobart Cenotaph on Sunday 15 Sept (approx.11.30am).

A P-8A Poseidon and two Hawk 127 lead-in fighters are scheduled to conduct flypasts over the Sunday commemorative service at 11.00am and 11.30am, respectively.

Media note:

Media who are interested in interviewing Royal Australian Air Force personnel participating in the commemorative service should contact Robert Hogan on the details below

All flying is subject to change, including short notice cancellation, due to variables such as air traffic control, weather and operational requirements.

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

Further information regarding the Battle of Britain is available through the Australian War Memorial.

Details of participating aircraft can be found here:
P-8A Poseidon | Royal Australian Air Force
Hawk 127 | Royal Australian Air Force
Air Force Roulettes | Air Force

Media Contact:

Regional Manager Public Affairs VIC/TAS - Robert Hogan
0477 706 009
robert.hogan3@defence.gov.au

Defence Media media@defence.gov.au

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