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The origins of the Royal Australian Air Force extend back to the early days of aviation, and we have made important contributions to defence and peacekeeping initiatives across the globe ever since.

1920-1929

Formation of the Australian Air Force

First Air Force Non Technical Training course 

First around Australia aerial survey flight

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Display Date
15 Jun 1928

Air Force Cross awarded to Charles Kingsford Smith and Charles Ulm

Charles Kingsford Smith crosses the Pacific Ocean.

Charles Kingsford Smith’s Fokker Tri-motor “Southern Cross” Aircraft
15 Jun 1928

Air Force Cross awarded to Charles Kingsford Smith and Charles Ulm

In recognition of their achievement in crossing the Pacific Ocean by air in the tri-motor Southern Cross, Charles Kingsford Smith and Charles Ulm were awarded the Air Force Cross and appointed to honorary rank in the Air Force, following a precedent set with Bert Hinkler earlier in the year.

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Charles Kingsford Smith’s Fokker Tri-motor “Southern Cross” Aircraft
Pacific Ocean crossing by Charles Kingsford Smith and Charles Ulm
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