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Australia’s air surveillance capabilities surge via new fleet milestones

Australia’s air surveillance and reconnaissance capacity has received a major boost, with the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) confirming key milestones across three pivotal aircraft fleets.

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Sep 23, 2026 · byAir Force Technology

RAAF Declares Initial Operational Capability for MQ-4C Triton and MC-55A Peregrine

Australia’s long-range ISR and airborne electronic warfare capabilities reached a major milestone as the MQ-4C Triton and the MC-55A Peregrine achieved IOC. The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) has declared Initial Operational Capability (IOC) for its MQ-4C Triton unmanned aircraft and MC-55A Peregrine Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance and Electronic Warfare (ISREW) aircraft. The announcement, arrived on […]

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Sep 22, 2026 · byThe Aviationist

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RAAF Super Hornets Gain New Long-Range Strike Capability

Aviation News – Australia has declared initial operational capability (IOC) for two long-range strike weapons carried by its F/A-18F Super Hornets, expanding the Royal Australian...

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Sep 13, 2026 · byAviation News EU

Australia Achieves Initial Operational Capability With LRASM and JASSM-ER Missiles

New official visuals show RAAF F/A-18F Super Hornets releasing AGM-158B JASSM-ERs and a P-8A Poseidon striking a target ship with an AGM-158C LRASM during live-fire tests in 2025 and 2026. The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) has achieved an Initial Operational Capability (IOC) for the AGM-158C Long Range Anti-Ship Missile (LRASM) and the AGM-158B Joint […]

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Sep 13, 2026 · byThe Aviationist

Australian Defence Force, RAAF roll out low carbon fuel blends nationwide

The Australian Defence Force (ADF) has begun rolling out low carbon liquid fuel (LCLF) blends across its network,… The post Australian Defence Force, RAAF roll out low carbon fuel blends nationwide appeared first on AeroTime .

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Aug 25, 2026 · byAeroTime

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RAAF KC-30A Tankers Fuel Multinational Air Fleet During Exercise Pitch Black 2026

AviationNews – Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) KC-30A Multi-Role Tanker Transports and allied refuelers successfully completed 108 operational sorties during Exercise Pitch Black 2026. Flying...

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Aug 11, 2026 · byAviation News EU

Finland and Sweden make first-ever appearance to RAAF’s Exercise Pitch Black

Finland and Sweden sent official delegations to Exercise Pitch Black 26 for the first time, marking the two… The post Finland and Sweden make first-ever appearance to RAAF’s Exercise Pitch Black appeared first on AeroTime .

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Aug 6, 2026 · byAeroTime

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International Air Forces Peak Operations at Exercise Pitch Black 2026 in Darwin

AviationNews – The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) has escalated operational intensity during Exercise Pitch Black 2026, bringing together 21 participating nations over northern Australia....

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Aug 5, 2026 · byAviation News EU

Australian F-35As, South Korean KF-16s fly together to mark 75-year friendship

The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) and the Republic of Korea Air Force flew together in tight formation… The post Australian F-35As, South Korean KF-16s fly together to mark 75-year friendship appeared first on AeroTime .

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Jul 23, 2026 · byAeroTime

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Trilateral ‘Exercise Southern Cross’ Launched to Master F-35A Interoperability

AviationNews – The air forces of Australia (RAAF), the United States (PACAF), and Japan (JASDF) have officially launched the inaugural Exercise Southern Cross 26 in...

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Jul 14, 2026 · byAviation News EU

RAAF P-8A Poseidons complete Operation Gateway rotation as mission turns 45

The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) has completed this year’s first rotation of Operation Gateway, with three P-8A… The post RAAF P-8A Poseidons complete Operation Gateway rotation as mission turns 45 appeared first on AeroTime .

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Jul 13, 2026 · byAeroTime

RAAF retires Australian-built CT4A trainer after nearly 50 years of service

The Royal Australian Air Force’s (RAAF) CT4A trainer aircraft has completed its final flight after nearly five decades… The post RAAF retires Australian-built CT4A trainer after nearly 50 years of service appeared first on AeroTime .

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Jul 9, 2026 · byAeroTime

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Royal Australian Air Force Bids Final Farewell to Iconic CT4A Trainer Aircraft at Point Cook

AviationNews – The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) has officially retired the iconic CT4A trainer aircraft, concluding nearly five decades of aviation history with a...

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Jul 8, 2026 · byAviation News EU

Why RAAF F-35 Pilots Earning $180,000 Are Quitting For US Airlines On The E-3 Visa

The unique career option for Australia's veterans.

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Jun 28, 2026 · bySimple Flying

B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber Takes Part in RAAF’s Exercise Diamond Storm

A U.S. Air Force B-2A Spirit stealth bomber was integrated in Exercise Diamond Storm, part of the Royal Australian Air Force’s Air Warfare Instructor Course. A U.S. Air Force B-2A Spirit stealth bomber recently took part in a Bomber Task Force mission at Royal Australian Air Force Base Amberley, Queensland, Australia. The aircraft, Spirit of […]

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Jun 26, 2026 · byThe Aviationist

RAAF deploys P-8A Poseidon and E-7A Wedgetail to RIMPAC 26 exercise in Hawaii

The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) announced that it is deploying P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft and E-7A… The post RAAF deploys P-8A Poseidon and E-7A Wedgetail to RIMPAC 26 exercise in Hawaii appeared first on AeroTime .

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Jun 24, 2026 · byAeroTime

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Australia and United States Deepen Air Power Integration with Joint Test Flight Program

AviationNews – The Royal Australian Air Force and the United States Air Force Test Pilot School have launched joint flight test evaluations using the Pilatus...

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Jun 22, 2026 · byAviation News EU

Australia and US strengthen air power ties with Test Pilot School exchange

The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) has hosted the United States Air Force (USAF) Test Pilot School for… The post Australia and US strengthen air power ties with Test Pilot School exchange appeared first on AeroTime .

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Jun 22, 2026 · byAeroTime

The Top 5 Highest Paid Royal Australian Air Force Pilot Ranks & Their Average 2026 Salaries

From Group Captain to Air Chief Marshal, discover the five highest-paid Royal Australian Air Force pilot ranks and their estimated 2026 salaries.

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Jun 21, 2026 · bySimple Flying

RAAF and US Air Force conduct first joint F-35A weapons integration flight test

The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) has announced the completion of its first joint Weapon Fill Measurement Vehicle… The post RAAF and US Air Force conduct first joint F-35A weapons integration flight test appeared first on AeroTime .

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Jun 19, 2026 · byAeroTime

RAAF C-27J Spartan deploys to Cook Islands for Pacific surveillance mission

A Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) C-27J Spartan conducted aerial surveillance missions over waters near the Cook Islands… The post RAAF C-27J Spartan deploys to Cook Islands for Pacific surveillance mission appeared first on AeroTime .

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Jun 9, 2026 · byAeroTime