Air Force

Lightning cooperation spans ocean
Air Force participated in Exercises Lightning Spear and Lightning Ferry in the United States.

A half-century of service and achievement
A boyhood love of model trains and aircraft sparked Squadron Leader Stephen Lampard's long career with Air Force.

Second Hercules fitted with in-flight internet
A high-speed SATCOM system has been installed on a second Air Force C-130J Hercules, providing in-flight internet connection.

Flags fly again after historic mast restored
The 14-metre historic timber flag mast at RAAF Base Point Cook has been rebuilt by a heritage specialist in the lead-up to Air Force’s centenary next...

Busy year on COVID frontline
Leading Aircraftwoman Hayley Daniel has deployed from one end of the country to the other serving on Operations Pincer and COVID-19 Assist this year.

Project recognises Indigenous veterans
Personnel at RAAF Base Edinburgh have been able to identify almost 30 Indigenous South Australian veterans in a project that aims to recognise their...

Indigenous community flying high for NAIDOC Week
A didgeridoo competition at the mess and flights for members of the local Indigenous community were among the activities held to celebrate NAIDOC...

Decontamination skills tested during exercise
Air Force personnel put their chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear defence capability to the test during Exercise Toxic Safari.

NAIDOC Week celebrates 'rich culture'
Warrant Officer Stephen Weaver said NAIDOC Week provided an opportunity to celebrate the rich culture of Indigenous people.

Ancient artefacts on display at RAAF base
Traditional Indigenous artefacts were on display at RAAF Base Williamtown to celebrate NAIDOC Week.

Photo sets challenge to find families
The challenge has been set to find the families of a World War II Wellington Bomber crew after the gifting of a photograph.

Display honours Indigenous airman
From Stolen Generation to serving his country, former Leading Aircraftman George Tongerie has been honoured at RAAF Base Edinburgh.