F-35A Lightning II Flypast overhead Australian War Memorial

A single Royal Australian Air Force F-35A Lightning II aircraft from No. 2 Operational Conversion Unit will conduct a flypast over the Australian War Memorial, Canberra, ACT in support of the Bomber Command Commemorative Service.

Media note

All display activities are conducted within strict safety and operational guidelines.

Residents are advised this activity will be conducted on Sunday 01 June 2025 at approximately 11.00am.

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 www.defence.gov.au/aircraftnoise or by calling 1300 DEFENCE (1300 333 362).

Further information about the F-35A Lightning II can be found at 
F-35A Lightning II | Royal Australian Air Force

Media Contacts 
Event contact: Regional Manager Public Affairs NSW/ACT Mr Ben Wickham
0400 003 792 benjamin.wickham@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).