The P-8 Poseidon is a maritime patrol aircraft used for various roles, including reconnaissance and search and rescue. The Boeing-built aircraft is a military variant initially based on Boeing’s workhorse narrow-body 737 Next Generation.
The last model to roll off the production line was a 747-8 Freighter variant and marked the 1,574th Jumbo Jet built. Production of the ‘Queen of the Skies’ began in 1967 and spanned a remarkable 54 years.
Qantas and Jetstar ended 2022 with 61 per cent of the domestic market, while Virgin drew 33.6 per cent of all passengers and Rex 5.3 per cent.
RAAF crew trained alongside counterparts from the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) last month, engaging in both air and ground-based activities, designed to bolster bilateral defence ties.
The Skylark I-LEX drone can beam back high-resolution video in real-time and is designed to be used for “in-theatre” operations by troops on the move.
The British headquartered company’s CEO, Steve Wadey, said the acquisition further strengthens its long-term strategic partnership with the ADF.