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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.

2010-2019

Air Force introduced new aircraft to the fleet to enhance capability  

Goodbye F-111 

First Indigenous elder of the RAAF 

General purpose uniforms (GPU)

Extensive humanitarian assistance by Air Force through disasters such as floods in Pakistan, MRH370 search, Bushfires and COVID-19 response

KC-30A MRTT and E-7A Wedgetail conduct Air to Air refuelling testing in the airspace near RAAF Williamtown
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17 Mar 2015

A new era in flying technology

Air Force’s first F-35A Joint Strike Fighter pilot, Squadron Leader Andrew Jackson, made his maiden flight in the aircraft at Elgin Air Force Base, Florida, USA.

F-35 Lightning
17 Mar 2015

A new era in flying technology

Air Force’s first F-35A Joint Strike Fighter pilot, Squadron Leader Andrew Jackson, made his maiden flight in the aircraft at Elgin Air Force Base, Florida, USA. He is the first of a new generation of Air Force pilots who will fly the fifth generation fighter. 

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Australia's first F-35 Lightning in flight
Australia's first F-35 Lightning in flight
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