Air

RAAF welcomes back No. 80 Squadron in official reformation ceremony

April 30 2024

The Royal Australian Air Force has officially welcomed No. 80 Squadron back into service during a joint reformation ceremony in the United States. ...

We know what’s in, but what’s out? Assessing the reprioritisations and the ‘cuts’ of the IIP and NDS (Part 3)

In a major departure from traditional Australian air power, both the National Defence Strategy and Integrated Investment Program have called on the Royal Australian Air Force...

April 29 2024

Singapore, Australia begin airdrop and parachute operations

The Australian Defence Force has announced the start of airdrop and parachute operations with the Republic of Singapore Air Force.

April 29 2024

4 crew from missing WWII RAAF bomber located

The crash site of the 100 Squadron Beaufort aircraft was discovered in 2020, with divers returning to reach the aircraft.

April 10 2024

ADF launches day and night missions during Exercise Diamond Shield 24

The Australian Defence Force has launched day and night air defence missions as part of live training during Exercise Diamond Shield 24.

April 04 2024

USAF to integrate autonomous systems into F-16 aircraft

The US military is about to begin integrating autonomous test systems into three F-16 Fighting Falcon multi-role fighter jets to expand future autonomy and payload...

April 04 2024

Wedgetail E-7A aircraft winging its way home after Ukraine support mission

A Royal Australian Air Force E-7A Wedgetail aircraft is headed back home after conducting a six-month deployment in Europe.

April 02 2024

Is America’s secretive ‘Great White Bat’ UAV the answer to Australia’s long-range strike malaise?

It is no secret that Australia is at a distinct disadvantage when it comes to delivering long-range firepower. With the Royal Australian Air Force at a distinct disadvantage...

March 27 2024

B-21 Raider recognised with Grand Laureate award for outstanding defence achievement

The B-21 Raider strategic bomber has been recognised with a Grand Laureate award for outstanding achievement in the international defence industry.

March 26 2024

Construction officially underway on MQ-28 Ghost Bat production facility

Construction is officially underway on a new production facility to support the manufacture of the MQ-28 Ghost Bat uncrewed aerial vehicle, Australia’s first military...

March 26 2024