A C-130J from Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Base Richmond will conduct a flypast for the Air Force Association NSW RAAF 105th Birthday Ceremony over the Sydney Cenotaph in Martin Place, Sydney, NSW. 

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). Air Force appreciates the support from local communities.

Media Note

Defence is unable to facilitate interviews in connection with this activity.

Information about the C-130J Hercules can be found at: https://www.airforce.gov.au/aircraft/c-130j-hercules 

Imagery of the C-130J Hercules is available at:  https://images.defence.gov.au/assets/c-130j-hercules 

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

  • A C-130J will conduct a flypast for the Air Force Association NSW RAAF 105th Birthday Ceremony over the Sydney Cenotaph in Martin Place at 11am on 29 March 2026