Up to three F/A-18F Super Hornet aircraft from No. 1 Squadron, based at RAAF Base Amberley will conduct aircrew familiarisation and diversion training flights in and around the Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport.

Familiarisation flights and aircraft diversions are an important part of training for aircrew.

Media are asked to assist by alerting local residents to the potential for noise during the training period.

Further information about the F/A-18/F Super Hornets is available here: F/A-18F Super Hornet | Air Force 

Recent imagery of the F/A-18/F Super Hornets is available here: http://images.defence.gov.au/S20253877 All low-level flying activities are conducted within strict safety and operational guidelines.

Flying is subject to change due to variables such as air traffic control requirements, weather, and other aviation considerations.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).

Media Contacts

Defence Media: media@defence.gov.au

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