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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.

2000-2009

Air Force begins commitment to the Middle East Area of Operations 

Major role in support of the aftermath of the Bali bombings and tsunamis  

Operation SLIPPER

Air Vice-Marshal Julie Hammer - first female two star for Australian Defence Force

Air Chief Marshal Sir Angus Houston, AK, AC, AFC, serves as the Chief of Defence Force

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26 Nov 2009

Introduction of the Wedgetail

No 2 Squadron took delivery of the first two Boeing Wedgetail Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) aircraft at RAAF Base Williamtown, NSW.

Official arrival of the first two Boeing Wedgetail aircraft
26 Nov 2009

Introduction of the Wedgetail

No 2 Squadron took delivery of the first two Boeing Wedgetail Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) aircraft at RAAF Base Williamtown, NSW. Under the project, the Air Force would receive six airframes at a cost of A$3.4 billion, to herald a new era of aerial surveillance for the Australian Defence Force.

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Official arrival of the first two Boeing Wedgetail aircraft
Official arrival of the first two Boeing Wedgetail aircraft
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