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News about the Royal Australian Air Force's people, events, community relations and heritage.

Women shaping engineering

FLTLT Sarah Welsh proves that engineering is not just about machines, but about making a difference.

By FLTLT Felicity Abraham 16 Jul 26 3 min read

A military woman sits at a table with two others (unseen) taking notes.

Leaders who walk the walk

Public engagement

Senior Air Force leaders set a visible example of how to overcome hardships and prepare for success.

By Tastri Murdoch 16 Jul 26 5 min read

Several men on a running trail in the mountains.

CT-4A closes a chapter

Public engagement

Five decades after its introduction into service, Air Force's CT-4A trainer aircraft completes its final flight.

By FLTLT Holly Ryan 6 Jul 26 3 min read

No. 100 Squadron Commanding Officer Richard Brougham (left) and Wing Commander David Chapplin farewell the CT-4A at RAAF Base Point Cook, Victoria.

US test pilots fly down under

RAAF hosts US Air Force Test Pilot School in Australia for the first time in many years.

By FLTLT Jody Blakeley 25 Jun 26 2 min read

Group photo of pilot students and instructors on the tarmac in front of aircraft.

Sweating for a worthy cause

Public engagement

RAAF Base Glenbrook personnel take on physical challenges to raise funds for the KARI Foundation.

By Laura Monaghan 25 Jun 26 3 min read

A military member uses a rowing machine.

Four paws on duty

Quinley the Labrador helps provide comfort and maintain morale at Gallipoli Barracks.

By CAPT Elisha Crowther 25 Jun 26 3 min read

A dog places its head in the lap of a military member and receives pats.

Tankette goes to war on cancer

Public engagement

Two RAAF officers gear up to drive over 3185km in a $900 Corolla to raise funds for cancer research.

By CPL Luke Bellman 25 Jun 26 3 min read

Military personnel stand with three modified vehicles, a flag and a large black bird.

‘Paying it back’ an honour

WGCDR Mark Jobson receives a Conspicuous Service Medal in the 2026 King's Birthday honours.

By CAPT Jordan Grantham 25 Jun 26 2 min read

A military member works at his desk.

Aviator doubles up on awards

WGCDR Susan Yates marks 40 years of service and receives a King's Birthday honour in the same week.

By FLTLT Claire Burnet 25 Jun 26 3 min read

A woman in military uniform stands outside.

They flew, we remember

Air Force marks 85 years since RAAF squadrons began WWII operations with Bomber Command.

By FLGOFF Alexandra DeValentin 25 Jun 26 3 min read

Armed military personnel stand in formation with civilians.

Performing above orderly duties

CSG Aviator of the Year 2025 receives prestigious title, trophy and a bronze commendation.

By FLTLT Kat Thomasson 11 Jun 26 3 min read

A man in Air Force uniform accepts a trophy from a man in Army uniform.

Turning the Triton from unknown to operational

Enabled Australian pilots to qualify rapidly as aircraft captains on the MQ-4C Triton.

By WO2 Max Bree and CPL Chris Tsakisiris 11 Jun 26 3 min read

With more than seven years’ experience in Navy helicopters and about 23 years flying RAAF maritime patrol aircraft, it has been relatively straightforward for FLTLT Nicholas Chapman to transfer skills from one aircraft type to another.But that all changed when he became a pilot training and standards officer for the newly acquired MQ-4C Triton.