As part of the No. 285 Australian Defence Force Pilots’ Course Graduation Parade and Family Day, a Pilatus PC-21 aircraft from No. 2 Flying Training School and a Hawk 127 lead-in fighter aircraft from No. 79 Squadron will perform precision flypasts and aerial 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 the Pilatus PC-21 and Hawk 127 lead-in fighter can be found at Aviation training | Royal Australian Air Force. 

Imagery of both aircraft can be found on the Defence Image Gallery: https://images.defence.gov.au.