Defence
Profile: KC-30A Multi-Role Tanker Transport
Defence

The KC-30A Multi-Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) serves as an air-to-air refuelling aircraft, which doubles up to provide the RAAF with strategic airlift capabilities. It was first flown by the RAAF in September 2011. The RAAF currently has six KC-30A aircraft operated by No. 33 Squadron, based at Amberley. Since 2014, one additional KC-30A has been

The RAAF’s full fleet – profiled
Defence

Australian Aviation decided to profile every aircraft of the RAAF's fleet, circa 2022, and pay a special farewell to the Classic Hornet.

In Conversation: The retirement of the Classic Hornet
Defence

To honour the retirement of this iconic aircraft, Australian Aviation sat down with Commanding Officer of No. 77 Squadron Wing Commander Tim Ireland, as well as Officer Commanding No. 81 Wing Group Captain Matt McCormack.

Audio: Meeting the RAAF’s balloon pilot
Defence

Squadron Leader Samuel Wright is the RAAF’s only permanent Air Force balloon pilot. Here, he answers all the questions you were too scared to ask about ballooning.

Are bird-sized drones the next-gen of defence aircraft?
Defence

Drones are already marking their legacy, but as they keep getting smaller, can they provide the same capability? Bella Richards explores.

The race to hypersonic
Defence

As China edges closer to mastering untrackable, un-interceptable missiles, Australia is leading the fightback to master the technology. 

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