The Australian Defence Force is showcasing its capabilities and career opportunities through displays, demonstrations and performances at the 2025 Repco Bathurst 1000.

The skies will be electric with flying displays by a Royal Australian Air Force F-35A Lightning II and the Air Force Roulettes team.

Ground displays will include performances by the Australian Army Band-Sydney, Team Army personnel and vehicles, and static displays by a Royal Australian Navy EC-135 helicopter and Army’s 5th Brigade. There will also be an Air Force Balloon and ADF Careers stand.

Mount Panorama, New South Wales

Further information about the F-35A Lightning II, No 100 Squadron and Air Force’s Roulettes and Hot Air Balloon can be found at:

https://www.airforce.gov.au/aircraft/f-35a-lightning-ii

https://www.airforce.gov.au/community/event-participation/air-force-heritage-aircraft-fleet

https://www.airforce.gov.au/community/event-participation/air-force-roulettes

https://images.airforce.gov.au/Home/SearchQuery=20241012ran8607992_0053

Following Bathurst 1000, imagery can be found at: http://images.defence.gov.au/S20252547 

Media note
Interviews with Australian Defence Force members at the event can be arranged.  

Low-level flying activities are conducted within strict safety and operational guidelines.

Drone flying is prohibited prior to and during the flypasts and flying displays because of the dangers to low-flying aircraft.

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

Noise reduction and the environment are vital considerations in the planning and conduct of military flying. Information on aircraft noise and current flying activities is available at http://www.defence.gov.au/aircraftnoise or by calling 1300 DEFENCE (1300 333 362).

Media Contacts
Defence Media: media@defence.gov.au 

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