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Aircraft A21-02 flown by Group Captain Jason Easthope, Chief of Staff, Air Combat Group taxis through a farewell water canon at RAAF Base Williamtown. Photo: Corporal Craig Barrett
1 December 2021
Air Force Chief of Air Force

Combat support unit reflects fondly on Hornets

The retirement of the Classic Hornet will be felt by many members who have supported flying operations over the years.
Aircraft A21-02 flown by Group Captain Jason Easthope, Chief of Staff, Air Combat Group puts on the last handling display for a RAAF F/A-18 Hornet at RAAF Base Williamtown. Photo: Corporal Craig Barrett
29 November 2021
Air Force Chief of Air Force

Hornets farewelled after more than 35 years of service

Air Force has farewelled the F/A-18A/B Hornets after more than 35 years of service, with an end of era event at RAAF Base Williamtown.
An Air Force F/A-18A Hornet takes off from RAAF Base Williamtown. Photo: Sergeant David Gibbs
28 April 2021
Air Force

Maintaining pride in Hornet work

Air Force Hornet maintainers have played a vital role in the life cycle of the F/A-18A/B aircraft, which they are preparing to farewell.
The Royal Australian Air Force balloon lifts off for an early morning flight before the Tumut Valley Air Show. Photo: Corporal Kylie Gibson
5 November 2019
Air Force

Air Force showcases capability at air show

Air Force showcased its capability and supported the regional community at the Tumut Valley Air Show.
RAAF Base Williamtown personnel involved in the flying and maintenance of the F/A-18A/B Hornet gather to celebrate 400,000 flying hours. Photo: Corporal Craig Barrett
27 August 2019
Air Force History

400,000 and counting

Marking a long and distinguished operational history, the F/A-18A/B Hornet reached a milestone of 400,000 flying hours.

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