Air Force 100

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On 31 March 2021, the Royal Australian Air Force will mark 100 years of service to Australia.

Our Journey

From our modest beginnings in 1921, Air Force has grown into a potent, world class Air Force which Australia relies upon in both conflict and peace. The men and women of the Royal Australian Air Force have achieved great success in serving Australia and its national interests over the past 100 years.

Our Journey

Our People

We've launched the series 'Our Air Force, Our People' to share the stories of some of our extraordinary men and women and what the Centenary means to them. These stories will demonstrate the diversity of our current force and the excellence and passion that Air Force members demonstrate every day across Australia and around the world.

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Presentation of the new Queens Colours to the Royal Australian Air Force by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

31 Mar 2021 to 31 Mar 2021

Queen's Colour Presentation Parade

On 31 March 2021, the Royal Australian Air Force will mark 100 years of service to Australia.

26 Nov 2021 to 28 Nov 2021

Australian International Airshow 2021

AVALON 2021 will be held from Tuesday 23 November to Sunday 28 November, 2021.

21 Nov 2021 to 21 Nov 2021

Air Force Centenary Memorial Dedication

A Royal Australian Air Force Centenary Memorial will be dedicated at RAAF Base Point Cook in November 2021.

25 Apr 2021 to 25 Apr 2021

ANZAC Day 2021

ANZAC Day ceremonies and events will include a special mention of the Air Force Centenary.

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30 Mar 2021 to 30 Mar 2021

Centenary Commemorative Service

The Air Force birthday is traditionally an opportunity to reflect on our past and consider our future, and this is never truer than in our Centenary year. Air Force has a rich history, a fabric woven from many examples of bravery and valour

Science of Flight

Ever wondered how a plane takes off and stays in the air? Discover the science of flight by creating your very own flying aircraft.

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27 Nov 2020

Our Air Force, Our People - Squadron Leader Ajitha Sugnanam

When Squadron Leader Ajitha Sugnanam joined the Royal Australian Air Force as a dentist, it allowed her to achieve her dream helping people in need in remote locations.

20 Nov 2020

Our Air Force, Our People - Squadron Leader Stephen Lampard

A keen golfer and a model train hobbyist, Stephen Lampard calls South East Queensland his home as he heads toward retirement from his 50 plus year career in Military aviation.

18 Nov 2020

Indigenous Elder RAAF Uncle Harry Allie

Being the first in a significant personal or career role is something most of us aspire to, but the first Indigenous Elder in the Australian Defence Force had no such goal.

11 Nov 2020

Our Air Force, Our People - Wing Commander Greg Williams

In the modern world it is unusual for an employee to spend fifty years working for one organisation, but Rockhampton born Greg Williams has done just that.

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Our Journey

Our People

Events

Queen's Colour Presentation Parade

Australian International Airshow 2021

Air Force Centenary Memorial Dedication

ANZAC Day 2021

Centenary Commemorative Service

Science of Flight

News

Our Air Force, Our People - Squadron Leader Ajitha Sugnanam

Our Air Force, Our People - Squadron Leader Stephen Lampard

Indigenous Elder RAAF Uncle Harry Allie

Our Air Force, Our People - Wing Commander Greg Williams

Air Force 2021 Shop

CENTENARY OF AIR FORCE OFFICIAL ONLINE SHOP

By purchasing any of these products you are supporting the restoration and preservation of historic RAAF aircraft.

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