F/A-18F Super Hornet Flying Display Rehearsal

No. 1 Squadron, based at RAAF Base Amberley in Queensland, will be conducting flying display rehearsals over RAAF Base Amberley between Tuesday 29 and Thursday 31 October 2024, in support of the No. 1 Squadron family day held on Thursday 31 October 2024.

These display rehearsals may see flares deployed from the aircraft during low level aerobatic manoeuvres.

Media note

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.

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.

Members of the public can access further information regarding aircraft noise at https://www.defence.gov.au/aircraftnoise/, or by calling 1800 033 200.

Further information about F/A-18F Super Hornet can be found at: https://www.airforce.gov.au/aircraft/18f-super-hornet.

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

  • Practice display - 29 October @ 1:30pm
  • Spare practice display - 30 October @ 1:30pm
  • Family day display - 31 October @ 11:30am