Exercises and training
News about how the Royal Australian Air Force prepares and practices military capability.
Multination refuellers based at RAAF Base Amberley provide air-to-air refuelling during Exercise Pitch Black.
By SQNLDR Tina Turner
3 min read
CAF speaks on how Exercise Pitch Black prepares Air Force to respond to emerging challenges at short notice.
By FLTLT Jody Blakeley
5 min read
Australia and Japan strengthen airborne early warning and control capabilities during Exercise Pitch Black.
By FLTLT Kat Thomasson
4 min read
The Indian Air Force’s most advanced multirole fighter makes history with its debut at Exercise Pitch Black.
By FLGOFF Nicolle Mistry
3 min read
Sweden and Finland make the long-haul trek to the Top End for this year's Exercise Pitch Black.
By FLTLT Holly Ryan
3 min read
Air forces from Australia, Spain and the United States practise tactical airlifts to deliver time-critical resources.
By FLTLT Holly Ryan
3 min read
RAAF conducts a tanker-to-tanker air-to-air refuelling for the first time with a multinational unit.
By SQNLDR Tina Turner
2 min read
RAAF and RNZAF security forces work side by side to patrol and protect aircraft during Exercise Pitch Black.
By FLGOFF Nicolle Mistry
2 min read
114MCRU collaborates with international partners to monitor, coordinate and control aircraft.
By FLGOFF Nicolle Mistry
3 min read
ADF firefighters use live-fire training to prepare for real-world emergencies.
By FLTLT Natasha Silver
3 min read
Royal Australian Air Force personnel exchange natural disaster response skills in Sibolga, Indonesia.
By SBLT Michael Edwards
2 min read
Exercise Diamond Storm highlights the command and control behind modern air operations.
By FLGOFF Nicolle Mistry and FLTLT Jody Blakeley
4 min read