Chief of Air Force

Helping restore air capability of a close neighbour
Australia is lending a helping hand getting Papua New Guinea’s Defence Force's air arm back on its feet after many years out of the skies.

Air Force refuels Japanese aircraft for the first time
For the first time, the Royal Australian Air Force has conducted air-to-air refuelling flight testing with the Japan Air Self-Defense Force.

Amazing careers await newest ADF pilots
The Australian Defence Force's newest pilots received their wings and graduated from No. 2 Flying Training School on April 8.

Air Commander Australia change of hands
Air Force has welcomed Air Vice-Marshal Darren Goldie as the new Air Commander Australia, who was formally appointed during the change of command...

Aviators recognised at Air Force awards
The Air Force Proficiency and Leadership Awards were held at RAAF Base Point Cook, the birthplace of the Australian Flying Corps and the Royal Aust

Air and Space Power conference concludes
This year's Air and Space Power Conference drew national and international leaders and experts from military, academia and aerospace industry.

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.

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.

Air Force chief flies like an eagle
Japan and Australia’s defence cooperation was evident when the Chief of Air Force took to the air in a Japanese fighter jet.

Chief looking forward to Japanese air combat exercise
The Chief of Air Force greeted participants of Exercise Bushido Guardian 2019 with a confident “konnichiwa” in Japan.

Air Marshal Mel Hupfeld to be next Chief of Air Force
Chief of Joint Operations Air Marshal Mel Hupfeld will fly back into the Air Force fold as Chief of Air Force.