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.
1990-1999
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Air Force launches its first Hot Air Balloon
Peacekeeping Somalia
Introduction of the Warrant Officer of the Air Force
Bougainville conflict
East Timor independence
Hot Air Balloons Introduced
The Air Force’s first hot-air balloon made its maiden flight over Canberra. Crew for the balloon is drawn from Reservists of No 28 Squadron (City of Canberra).
Hot Air Balloons Introduced
The Air Force’s first hot-air balloon made its maiden flight over Canberra. Obtained in response to a growing number of requests for Air Force participation in public events, it allows members of the public to learn about the principles of flight. This balloon had an envelope capacity of 77,000 cubic feet. It was dark and light blue in four vertical sections with the Air Force Roundel on one side and the Air Force Crest on the other.
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