08 May 2026 Air Force News 31 Squadron farewells last known WWII veteran The death of Beaufighter navigator Ron Leckie, at 104, closes an important chapter in the squadron's history. 08 May 2026 Navy, Army, Air Force News Australia showcases sovereign defence capability Defence and the Australian Submarine Agency are a unified Australian presence at the Sea-Air-Space 2026 Conference. 08 May 2026 Air Force News Three careers, 135 years of service Three Royal Australian Air Force aviators are recognised for reaching 45 years of dedicated service each. 08 May 2026 Air Force News Drone aviators excel at international tournament An Air Force drone racing team showcases its skill and technical mastery at an international military tournament. Media releases Media release 07 May 2026 Exercise Pitch Black returns in 2026 Media release 04 May 2026 Project of Concern Summit on Offshore Patrol Vessel project Statement 30 Apr 2026 Joint Communiqué of the Eighth Annual Joint Heads of Pacific Security Meeting Media release 28 Apr 2026 Two missing First World War soldiers identified Media release 28 Apr 2026 Pacific Heads of Security advancing collective action Media release 25 Apr 2026 Anzac Day 2026