A ceremonial handover at Royal Australian Air Force Base Glenbrook, NSW, on April 22 marked a significant leadership transition, with the role of Air Commander Australia (ACAUST) passing to Air Vice-Marshal Harvey Reynolds.

Air Vice-Marshal Reynolds assumes the position of ACAUST from Air Vice-Marshal Glen Braz, who has led Air Command through a period of sustained operational tempo and evolving strategic demands.

The change of command ceremony recognised the achievements of the outgoing commander and the responsibility entrusted to the incoming leader. As ACAUST, Air Vice-Marshal Reynolds will oversee the generation and delivery of air power capabilities, ensuring the Air Force remains ready to respond to emerging challenges.

Air Vice-Marshal Reynolds expressed his enthusiasm for returning to Air Command and working closely with personnel across the force. 

“The key to Air Power is the capability generated by our world-class aviators. Returning to Air Command to work with aviators to meet the challenges we’re currently facing represents an opportunity which I do not take for granted,” Air Vice-Marshal Reynolds said. 

“I can’t wait to get back to working with aviators generating air power. They are the reason I still serve.”

Air Vice-Marshal Braz said “the opportunity to see and admire the amazing work of those within Air Command and the privilege to lead a great team of aviators” was a highlight of his time in the role.

He told his successor: “Trusting your people and listening to their advice has helped me enormously.”