Adam Thorn

The ‘drop-in’ fuel used on the Multi-Role Tanker Transport aircraft came ahead of its use on a mission for Exercise Talisman Sabre 2025.

Unlike standard international deliveries, which often involve multiple handovers at intermediary hubs, the ‘Sky Courier Express’ model moves parcels like passengers with minimal stops.

The incident saw divers dispatched to try and rescue the drowned devices, though 191 eventually remained sunk, the ATSB has revealed.

Katie Cooper, who recently left her position leading Metro Tasmania, will succeed Shane O’Hare, who announced his own departure in April.

The defence prime said the news meant all major risks had now been identified and resolved, and its system interfaces were sufficiently mature.

Out of the 10 successful graduates completing the Introductory Fighter Course (IFC), five will now go on to complete a conversion course to the F-35A, two to the Super Hornet, and another two to the Growler.