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A first for F-35A maintenance
An F-35A aircraft has been inducted into BAE Systems Australia’s maintenance depot as part of the next major milestone in the Joint Strike Fighter...

RAAF Base Williamtown turns 80
A small celebration was held at Fighter World Aviation Museum to mark the 80th anniversary of RAAF Base Williamtown.

RAAF accepts 30th F-35A Lightning II
The Joint Strike Fighter team has officially accepted Australia’s 30th F-35A Lightning II, strengthening the air-combat capability of RAAF.

There's no place like home base
No. 3 Squadron has put its personnel and systems to the test by conducting a simulated deployment at RAAF Base Williamtown.

Wing commander passes the torch
Wing Commander Darren Clare completed his last mission in an F-35A Lightning II as Commanding Officer of No.3 Squadron.

Lightning Storm over the east coast
A key aerial combat training activity integrating people and systems has successfully wrapped up.

Ejection seat maintenance lands close to home
Air Commodore Tim Alsop has visited the Martin Baker Australia ejection seat maintenance facility at the Williamtown Aerospace Centre.

'Meeting in the middle' high above NSW coast
A KC-30A multi-role tanker transport and a pair of F-35A Lightning II aircraft have been conducting air-to-air refuelling training.

Soaring ahead with a passion for flight
As Air Force approaches its centenary, members such as Flight Lieutenant Matt Holecek reflect on their amazing career paths.

Peek under the hood a technical triumph
A purpose-built trailer has been used to remove the engine from an F-35A Lightning II.

Training goes next level
New advanced pilot training is being realised as Australia's F-35A aircraft land at RAAF Base Williamtown.

Lap of honour for hometown Hornets
RAAF F/A-18A/B Hornets based at Williamtown have marked the end of an era.