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Initial operational capability (IOC) for the Lead-In Fighter Capability Assurance Program (AIR 5438 Phase 1A) for the RAAF's Hawk 127 has been recognised at a ceremony at RAAF Base Williamtown. Each upgraded Hawk 127 lead-in fighter provides new training capabilities including simulated radar, electronic … [Read more...]
The government has approved a $582.5 million upgrade of the RAAF's six E-7A Wedgetail airborne early warning and control (AEW&C) aircraft, Defence Minister Senator Marise Payne and Defence Industry Minister Christopher Pyne jointly announced on Wednesday. Under Project AIR 5077 Phase 5A, over a … [Read more...]
Defence has announced that the release of a request for tender (RFT) for the procurement of Electronic Warfare Training Services (EWTS) has been rescheduled for sometime between mid-August and late September. The release of the RFT had previously been rescheduled and was expected to be issued this month. And … [Read more...]
The Royal Australian Air Force’s sixth C-27J Spartan battlefield airlifter (serial A34-007) arrived at RAAF Base Richmond on June 25, having completed its delivery flight from the US. Meanwhile, C-27J, C-130J Hercules and B300 King Air aircraft, as well as MRH 90 multirole helicopters, have been supporting … [Read more...]
Boeing has signed a sustainment services contract to support the Royal Australian Air Force’s fleet of eight C-17A Globemaster III heavy transport aircraft. The $70 million contract between Boeing Defence Australia and Defence’s Capability Acquisition and Sustainment Group (CASG) supplements Australia’s … [Read more...]