Air Force

Small ships give big honour to WWII veteran
Former World War II Women’s Auxiliary Australian Air Force telephonist Thelma Zimmerman has received a medallion for her support of the United States...

Quartet lead the way close to home
Air Force members posted to Victoria’s RAAF Williams and RAAF Base Point Cook made a contribution to fighting COVID-19 in their own backyard.

Indigenous artist finds common ground
Walbunja woman and artist Katrina Stewart's painting will appear on the cover of the Air Force Indigenous Affairs Action Plan.

Retiring warrant officer a pace-setter
After 38 years of service in the Air Force, Warrant Officer Jen Riches has put down her pace stick.

Mission from space opens opportunities
The first operational test for the newly built range operations centre at the Woomera Test Range was a successful mission from space.

Keeping Australia safe through Christmas
Corporal Jacob Hutcheon, of No 2 Security Forces at RAAF Base Amberley in Queensland, is on Operation COVID-19 Assist at Sydney Airport.

Dogs recognised for their service
Ten military working dogs were presented with their Canine Service Medals at RAAF Base Pearce on December 8.

New challenges on offer each day
A recruiting slogan first inspired Sergeant David Hutton to join the ADF.

Officer graduates support charity
A group of trainee Air Force officers marked their graduation day by collecting donations for the Cancer Council at the front gate of RAAF Base Wagga.

Innovation keeps trainee pilots on course
Staff at No. 1 Flying Training School kept pilots in training during the COVID-19 pandemic with five key initiatives.

Little Telethon Stars visit base
Western Australia’s 2020 Little Telethon Stars were invited by RAAF Base Pearce personnel for a behind-the-scenes tour of the base.

Mother and daughter speak same language
Mother and daughter find themselves on the same Operational Health Support Course.