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Leading Aircraftman Joseph Swain is on deployment alongside Australian Army personnel in Vanuatu installing off-grid solar panel systems to power radios in remote locations  Photo: Corporal Olivia Cameron
09 Jun 2021
Air Force
News

Different uniforms, same language

Leading Aircraftman Joseph Swain might be wearing a different uniform to that of his deployed team, but he speaks the same language.

People & service
Musician Will Madden plays the Last post at the 79th Anniversary Commemoration Ceremony of Bomber Command held at the Air Force Memorial, Torrens Parade Ground in Adelaide. Photo: Sergeant Murray Staff
09 Jun 2021
Air Force
News

Brave crews remembered

The dedication and bravery of the RAAF aviators who formed the Australian contingent in the RAAF’s Bomber Command has been acknowledged 79 years on.

Commemoration & history
An F-35A Lightning II aircraft from RAAF Base Williamtown, thrills the crowds with an aerial handling display at the Central Coast Airshow, NSW. Photo: Corporal Craig Barrett
09 Jun 2021
Navy, Air Force
News

F-35A’s first working display

The ADF’s newest strike aircraft has successfully conducted its first public working display, in the skies over the NSW Central Coast. 

Capability & technology
Commanding Officer No. 35 Squadron Wing Commander Scott Egan presents the curator of the Torres Strait Heritage Museum, Vanessa Seekee, with a replica 3.7-inch shell. Photo: Corporal Brett Sherriff
08 Jun 2021
Air Force
News

Island's WWII history is honoured

During May, No. 35 Squadron delivered a piece of history to what was the most northern Air Force base in Australia during World War II. 

Community engagement
Senior Australian Defence Force Officer of RAAF Base Tindal Wing Commander Shane Smith, right, with Air Base Executive Officer, Squadron Leader Lauren Guest and the F-35A Lightning II at Tindal. Photo: Leading Aircraftman Stewart Gould
08 Jun 2021
Air Force
News

First F-35A touches down at Tindal

On May 20, a lone F-35A Lightning II touched down at RAAF Base Tindal for the first time.

Capability & technology
An F-35A Lightning II takes off with its payload of GBU-12 bombs from RAAF Base Darwin during Exercise Arnhem Thunder 21. Photo: Leading Aircraftman Stewart Gould
07 Jun 2021
Air Force
News

F-35A makes history on Exercise Arnhem Thunder

For the first time, Air Force F-35A Lightning II aircraft have taken to the skies with a full complement of weapons.

Capability & technology
No. 11 Squadron personnel in front of an Air Force P-8A Poseidon aircraft at Kadena Air Base in Okinawa, Japan during Operation Argos.
30 May 2021
Air Force
News

Mission to enforce UN sanctions

An Air Force P-8A Poseidon deployed to Kadena Air Base in Okinawa, Japan, for Operation Argos.

Alliances & relationships
Founder of Wounded Heroes Australia Jim Shapcott, left, with Chief of Joint Operations Lieutenant General Greg Bilton cutting the ribbon to open Wounded Heroes Australia Veterans Lounge at Alderley, Brisbane. Photo: Corporal Nicole Dorrett
28 May 2021
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Lounge a safe place for support

Veterans, serving members, transitioning members and their families are encouraged to come together over a coffee at the Wounded Heroes Veterans…

People & service
The circular space at the heart of the yarning circle at RAAF Base Williams in Laverton, Victoria, was designed to break down hierarchies and encourage respectful interactions.
28 May 2021
Air Force
News

Yarning circle a first for Air Force in Victoria

RAAF Base Williams at Laverton is the first Air Force base in Victoria to feature an Indigenous yarning circle.

Community engagement
Flying Officer Ayah Khalid, left, with Leadership Reaction Course team member Flying Officer Clayton Wilson during a course at Officer Training School at RAAF Base East Sale. Photo: Flight Sergeant Scott Robbins
28 May 2021
Air Force
News

Finding a home in the Air Force

Flying Officer Ayah Khalid has lived in three countries, but has found her home in Air Force.

People & service
Commander Headquarters 1 Division and Deployable Joint Force Headquarters Major General Jake Ellwood addresses personnel at Exercise Polygon Wood.
27 May 2021
Navy, Army, Air Force
News

Joint force hits the mark during exercise

Soldiers, sailors and aviators were put through the paces during Exercise Polygon Wood at Gallipoli Barracks.

Capability & technology
Frank Winnell and Commanding Officer No. 31 Squadron Wing Commander Nick Pausina with the gifted Darcy Doyle print at RAAF Base Wagga.
27 May 2021
Air Force
News

Old friend shows his gratitude

RAAF Base Wagga welcomed back an old friend who was evacuated from his house during the 2019-20 bushfires.

People & service
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