Royal Australian Air ForceThis National Reconciliation Week we're proud to launch the Share Your Heritage Series featuring some of our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander aviators.
As Air Marshal Mel Hupfeld, Chief of Air Force puts it in this opening segment:
"Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders have served this nation, this country - they've protected and cared for it for the millennia. So it's important for us to recognise that and make use of the experiences, skills and the culture.
"It's an opportunity to showcase the rich layers of diversity we have within Air Force. We're more effective, we're more balanced, we understand better and we can deliver capabilities far more effectively when we can look at that rich diversity and inclusiveness across the whole of our organisation.
Share Your Heritage | Series introduction by Air Marshal Mel Hupfeld, AO, DSC, Chief of Air ForceRoyal Australian Air Force2022-05-27 | This National Reconciliation Week we're proud to launch the Share Your Heritage Series featuring some of our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander aviators.
As Air Marshal Mel Hupfeld, Chief of Air Force puts it in this opening segment:
"Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders have served this nation, this country - they've protected and cared for it for the millennia. So it's important for us to recognise that and make use of the experiences, skills and the culture.
"It's an opportunity to showcase the rich layers of diversity we have within Air Force. We're more effective, we're more balanced, we understand better and we can deliver capabilities far more effectively when we can look at that rich diversity and inclusiveness across the whole of our organisation.
"It makes our Air Force better."
#AusAirForce #ShareYourHeritage #NRW2022 #BeBraveMakeChangeExercise Red Flag Alaska 24-3 | ThrowbackRoyal Australian Air Force2024-10-18 | Global Impact: How Air Force’s Alaska Training Strengthens Indo-Pacific Operations
Check out our latest video 🎥 showcasing how exercises like Red Flag Alaska strengthen our partnerships and enhance our ability to operate across the Indo-Pacific region.
The training our aviators undergo in the challenging Alaskan environment has lasting impacts, preparing us to respond swiftly and effectively in diverse locations.
Watch now and see how our readiness in Alaska extends far beyond the cold!
Connect with the Royal Australian Air Force: Facebook: facebook.com/AusAirForce/ Instagram: instagram.com/ausairforce/ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ausairforce/ Twitter: twitter.com/AusAirForce Website: https://www.airforce.gov.au/Exercise Rajawali AUSINDO | End of ExerciseRoyal Australian Air Force2024-09-30 | Exercise Rajawali AUSINDO has come to an end after a week of air mobility training in Yogyakarta, 🇮🇩. Aviators from the TNI Angkatan Udara - Indonesian Air Force's 31st Air Squadron and #AusAirForce's No. 37 Squadron conducted an airdrop mission assisted by @AustralianArmyHQ personnel from 176 Air Dispatch Squadron.
This is the first time the two C-130J model Hercules from each nation have flown together. Personnel engaged with their international counterparts, sharing knowledge and forging aviator-level networks. 💪
@IndianAirForce_mcc hosted 120 #AusAirForce personnel and three EA-18G Growlers as well as eight participating nations and 18 observer nations at Air Force Station Jodhpur, India.
This is the first time India has conducted Exercise Tarang Shakti, which provided an opportunity for participants to showcase their advanced capabilities - personnel and aircraft - whilst supporting regional allies and fostering international cooperation.
The deployment of the three No. 6 Squadron EA-18G Growlers marked the first time #AusAirForce has sent combat aircraft to India.
Australia’s participation in Exercise Tarang Shakti 24 demonstrates our commitment to deepening interoperability with regional partners and fostering international cooperation.
Flying has commenced for Exercise Tarang Shakti 24, with the Indian Air Force hosting 120 #AusAirForce personnel and three EA-18G Growlers at Air Force Station Jodhpur, India.
This is the first time India has conducted Exercise Tarang Shakti, with a total of eight participating nations (including India) and 18 observer nations attending the exercise in Jodhpur.
The arrival of three No. 6 Squadron EA-18G Growlers marks the first time #AusAirForce has deployed combat aircraft to India, and provides an opportunity to showcase our advanced capabilities, support regional allies and foster international cooperation.
Our participation in Exercise Tarang Shakti 24 supports the objectives laid out within the 2024 National Defence Strategy, specifically that India is a top-tier security partner for Australia; and that Australia will continue to support India’s key role in the region by increasing the depth and complexity of our defence cooperation.
#AusAirForce #YourADFRiverfire 2024 | F/A-18F Super Hornet GoPro 😍Royal Australian Air Force2024-09-06 | FLTLT Nick and FLTLT Slade soared high over Brisbane during Riverfire by Australian Retirement Trust 2024! ✈😍
Check out their experience from the F/A-18F Super Hornet cockpit!
#YourADF supported the Brisbane Festival’s Riverfire by Australian Retirement Trust on 31 August showcasing local @Australian Army and #AusAirForce capabilities and personnel with flypasts and flying displays.
#AusAirForce #YourADFNo. 35 Squadron C-27J SpartanRoyal Australian Air Force2024-08-27 | The No. 35 Squadron C-27J Spartan is a uniquely capable tactical airlift platform, which bridges the gap between Army helicopters and larger #AusAirForce mobility aircraft. ✈️📦🪂
Much like the C-130J Hercules and C-17A Globemaster, the C-27J Spartan can: ✅ Airdrop cargo and paratroops in-flight ✅ Airlift a variety of cargo loads ✅ Conduct aeromedical evacuation of sick or wounded personnel ✅ Search and Rescue (SAR) ✅ Conduct aerial maritime surveillance operations
#TacticalAirliftRiverfire 2024!Royal Australian Air Force2024-08-26 | ...Pacific Airshow 2024 | Wrap UpRoyal Australian Air Force2024-08-19 | Wow, what a weekend!🙌 The Pacific Airshow Gold Coast was nothing short of spectacular! The aerial stunts were mind-blowing & the ground displays were just as thrilling!✈️
A massive shoutout to our amazing #AusAirForce team who made this event unforgettable!
#100SQN #Roulettes #YourADFSpitfire and Mustang | Pacific Airshow 2024Royal Australian Air Force2024-08-18 | Experience the thrill of two legend World War II warbirds in the sky! 🛩️ As the Supermarine Spitfire Mk VIII and P-51 Mustang fly side by side at the Pacific Airshow on the Gold Coast.
A true spectacle for aviation enthusiasts!
The Air Force heritage squadron, No. 100 Squadron operates Air Force’s fleet of heritage aircraft from RAAF Base Point Cook, VIC and the Temora Aviation Museum, NSW.
The squadron maintains priceless artefacts of Australia’s national heritage in airworthy condition and conduct flying displays in order to inspire future generations.
#AusAirForce #100SQN #PacificAirshow #GoldCoast #AVGeekIndo-Pacific Endeavour 2024 | Kick-OffRoyal Australian Air Force2024-08-15 | Exciting times ahead as Australia kicks off the Indo-Pacific Endeavour (IPE) 2024 in Sri Lanka! 🌏
Over the next five months, we’ll be collaborating with 14 nations to strengthen our diplomatic and defence ties. From military exercises to cultural exchanges, this initiative is all about building a safer and more secure Indo-Pacific region. 💪
For more information ➡️ https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2024-08-12/indo-pacific-endeavour-2024-deepen-regional-partnerships
The Behind the Scenes series takes you inside the filming of the campaign and speaks to some of the ADF members featured throughout.
Find information about a career in the Air Force here: https://www.adfcareers.gov.au/the-adf/air-force
#AusAirForce @adfcareersExercise RIMPAC | P-8A Poseidon Harpoon LoadRoyal Australian Air Force2024-08-13 | Locked and loaded! The RAAF P-8A Poseidon aircraft, known as “Hammer 24” was armed with two live AGM-84J Harpoons at Marine Corps Air Station, Kaneohe Bay 📍 highlighting our commitment to operational readiness during Exercise @RimOfThePacific. 💪🌏 ✈️
The Marine Corps Air Station stopover was an important test for the ground support team tasked with handling the explosive ordnance on a tight schedule.
Together with the P-8A Poseidon, MQ-4C Triton will operate as a ‘Family of Systems’ to provide Defence’s maritime intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance and response capability. 💪
#AusAirForce #YourADFExercise Pitch Black 24 | End of ExerciseRoyal Australian Air Force2024-08-02 | Wrapping up Exercise Pitch Black 24 with a bang! ✈️ Three weeks of pushing boundaries and achieving new heights in the skies over Australia.
It was the biggest Pitch Black in the exercise’s 43-year history with missions of more than 50 aircraft at a time in one of the world’s largest military training areas.
Thank you to everyone involved in making this exercise a success! Can't wait to welcome you back to the Top End in 2026!
#AusAirForce #StrongerTogether #PitchBlack24F/A-18F Super Hornet Display | Elephant Walk #ShortsRoyal Australian Air Force2024-08-01 | 🎥 U.S. Air Force F-22A Raptors, RAAF 75 Squadron F-35A Lightning II and RAAF 33 Squadron KC-30A Multi Role Tanker Transport aircraft line up for an elephant walk at RAAF Base Tindal.
Exercise Pitch Black 24 comprises 20 participating nations from around the world. The bi-annual exercise provides an environment for training and integration that directly enhances participant’s ability to support operations in the Indo-Pacific.
#AusAirForce #StrongerTogetherExercise Pitch Black 24 | F/A-18F Super Hornet Cockpit VisionRoyal Australian Air Force2024-07-31 | Buckle up, we're about to take flight with a sneak peek inside the action at Exercise #PitchBlack24 with exclusive in-cockpit footage. ✈️
The Royal Thai Air Force marks 20 years in Exercise Pitch Black, highlighting their commitment to enhancing readiness and strengthening global partnerships.
Marking the first deployment of Spanish combat aircraft to Australia and participation on #PitchBlack24, the Spanish Contingent, consisting of over 100 people, bring with them four Eurofighter Typhoon fighters, supported by two Airbus A400M’s and an A330.
Connect with the Royal Australian Air Force: Facebook: facebook.com/AusAirForce/ Instagram: instagram.com/ausairforce/ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ausairforce/ Twitter: twitter.com/AusAirForce Website: https://www.airforce.gov.au/Exercise Pitch Black 24 | PNGDF PAC-750 Aircraft #ShortsRoyal Australian Air Force2024-07-29 | From the rugged mountains of Papua New Guinea to the flat and arid terrain of Northern Australia, our Papua New Guinea Defence Force (PNGDF) friends have joined Exercise Pitch Black 2024 for the first time with their PAC-750 aircraft.
A small, but mighty footprint, the PNGDF detachment brings with them a highly skilled crew marking the 43-year first.Exercise Pitch Black 24 | PNGDF PAC-750 Aircraft DetachmentRoyal Australian Air Force2024-07-29 | From the rugged mountains of Papua New Guinea to the flat and arid terrain of Northern Australia, our Papua New Guinea Defence Force (PNGDF) friends have joined Exercise Pitch Black 2024 for the first time with their PAC-750 aircraft.
A small, but mighty footprint, the PNGDF detachment brings with them a highly skilled crew marking the 43-year first.
Her Excellency toured RAAF Bases Darwin and Tindal, including an excursion to the RAAF Darwin Open Day, and No. 92 Wing’s facilities on the base.
Her Excellency concluded her visit to RAAF Base Darwin with a message to the young aviators serving in the ADF.
“I’d say thank you to all those young aviators who have chosen to serve. What I have seen already, is a career that is hugely rewarding. Take the chance to try different aspects of your career, stick with it and know that it is an important job that is highly valued by the country, certainly valued by the Commander-In-Chief, and enjoy every bit of it.”
Read more ➡️ https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2024-07-24/commander-chief-hits-top-end
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@armees_gouv@Armeedelairfrancaise @Bundeswehr @IndianAirForce_mcc @AirmenTV @AeronauticaMilitareOfficial @ItalianNavy @JASDFchannel @rokafplay @PRTUDM @NZDefenceForce @PAFVideos @TheRSAF @EjercitoAireMDE @royalairforce @AFBlueTube @USIndoPacificCommand @PacificAirForces @AirmanMagazineExercise Pitch Black 24 | Night Flying #ShortsRoyal Australian Air Force2024-07-25 | As the sun sets, Exercise #PitchBlack24 comes alive in Darwin. 🌇🛫
Engaging in activities like Exercise Pitch Black is crucial for promoting a free and open Indo-Pacific region, strengthening global connections, enhancing regional security, and fortifying resilience against transnational threats. 🌐🤝
#NightOps #AusAirForce #StrongerTogetherExercise Pitch Black 24 | Night FlyingRoyal Australian Air Force2024-07-25 | As the sun sets, Exercise #PitchBlack24 comes alive in Darwin. 🌇🛫
Engaging in activities like Exercise Pitch Black is crucial for promoting a free and open Indo-Pacific region, strengthening global connections, enhancing regional security, and fortifying resilience against transnational threats. 🌐🤝
Connect with the Royal Australian Air Force: Facebook: facebook.com/AusAirForce/ Instagram: instagram.com/ausairforce/ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ausairforce/ Twitter: twitter.com/AusAirForce Website: https://www.airforce.gov.au/Exercise RIMPAC | P-8A Poseidon Torpedo Drop #ShortsRoyal Australian Air Force2024-07-24 | #Stand by, weapon… Weapon away…. Weapon clear of aircraft… Weapon in the water… Weapon heard running… #AusAirForce P-8A Poseidon aircraft 007 with No. 11 Squadron crew on-board sent 4 exercise torpedoes on a submarine hunt in the Pacific Ocean at Exercise Rim of the Pacific.
Contact was initiated ✔️ exercise objectives were met ✔️
#RIMPAC2024 🌴 #StrongerTogether 💪Exercise Pitch Black 24 | Aircraft Enthusiasts at RAAF Base Open DayRoyal Australian Air Force2024-07-23 | Aircraft enthusiasts descend on Darwin from near and far ✈️☀️
Wing Commander Michael Veitch chatted to aircraft enthusiasts about their favourite aircraft on display at the RAAF Base Darwin Open Day held during exercise #PitchBlack24
Connect with the Royal Australian Air Force: Facebook: facebook.com/AusAirForce/ Instagram: instagram.com/ausairforce/ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ausairforce/ Twitter: twitter.com/AusAirForce Website: https://www.airforce.gov.au/Exercise RIMPAC | P-8A Poseidon Torpedo DropRoyal Australian Air Force2024-07-23 | #Stand by, weapon… Weapon away…. Weapon clear of aircraft… Weapon in the water… Weapon heard running… #AusAirForce P-8A Poseidon aircraft 007 with No. 11 Squadron crew on-board sent 4 exercise torpedoes on a submarine hunt in the Pacific Ocean at Exercise Rim of the Pacific.
Contact was initiated ✔️ exercise objectives were met ✔️
Weapons Systems Officer FLTLT Slade touches on why exercises like Pitch Black are important for #AusAirForce to learn and become #StrongerTogether in an agile environment.
Multiple European aircraft from France, Germany and Spain have touched down in Darwin for Pacific Skies 24.
This arrival is part of a combination of European air forces exercises, including Australia’s Exercise #PitchBlack24, in which the German Air Force, French Air and Space Force and Spanish Air and Space Force participate together as European nations.
✈️ Two Rafales and one Multi-Role Tanker Transport from the @Armeedelairfrancaise
✈️ Five Eurofighters and two Multi-Role Tanker Transport from the @Bundeswehr
✈️ One A400M from the @EjercitoAireMDE
✈️ An @AeronauticaMilitareOfficial aircraft was also positioned on the apron as a show of European unity and force projection into the Pacific.
#AusAirForce #StrongerTogetherExercise Pitch Black 24 | RAAF Base Darwin GrowsRoyal Australian Air Force2024-07-22 | Darwin grows during exercise #PitchBlack24 👩🍳👨🔧
During exercise Pitch Black 2024, #AusAirForce is working with our embedded international partners from 20 nations.
Embedded within 13 (City of Darwin) Squadron are thousands of personnel from participating countries, assisting with everything from catering and security to mechanical and logistics roles.
This includes personnel from the @ItalianNavy, @royalairforce, @marines, @MRFDarwin, @NZDefenceForce, Republic of Fiji Military Forces and Papua New Guinea Defence Force.
Our Imagery Specialists will take you behind the scenes at, starting with the first wave of flying operations to the Mindil Beach Flying Display.
This week we’re serving up the @royalairforce Typhoon, F-16s from @JASDFchannel, FA-50PH Fighting Eagle from @PAFVideos F-15SG Eagle from @TheRSAF, all the action from Mindil Beach and loads more.
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@MRFDarwin @PacificAirForces @Armeedelairfrancaise @Bundeswehr @IndianAirForce_mcc @AeronauticaMilitareOfficial @EjercitoAireMDE @PRTUDMExercise Pitch Black 24 | Italian Air Force F-35A ⚡ Pilot #ShortsRoyal Australian Air Force2024-07-21 | Step into the world of Yuri, an Italian Air Force F-35A ⚡ pilot, as he prepares for his next mission at #PitchBlack24 ✈️🇮🇹
#BTS #AusAirForce @AeronauticaMilitareOfficial
Watch full video | youtu.be/HdyTAeVHxWg?si=sd9g4dUESp_wbWcPExercise Pitch Black 24 | RAAF Base Darwin Open DayRoyal Australian Air Force2024-07-20 | From flight simulators to aircraft displays, the RAAF Base Darwin Open Day had it all! Thanks for joining us and making the day a blast. ✈️😃
A big shoutout to our #AusAirForce Air Shows team who spent the last two years planning this awesome event.
#AusAirForce #PitchBlack24Exercise Pitch Black 24 | Mindil Beach Flying Display Livestream ✈Royal Australian Air Force2024-07-18 | The Royal Australian Air Force and international partners will return to Mindil Beach for the Exercise Pitch Black Flying Display between 5pm-6:30pm (ACST) on Thursday, 18 July 2024. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Northern Territory sunset, this free, non-ticketed event will coincide with the regular Mindil Beach Markets.
Find out more information here: https://www.airforce.gov.au/news-events/events/mindil-beach-flying-display
Mindil Beach Flying Display Program:
5.00pm – 5.30pm (ACST) United States Osprey Australian “Tiger” helicopter Papua New Guinea PAC 750 German Airbus A400 Philippines FA-50PH Fighting Eagle Malaysian F-18D Hornet French Rafale Fighter
5.30pm - 6.00pm (ACST) Italian Navy F-35B and Harrier Italian Air Force KC767, G550, Typhoon and F-35A Australian E-7A Wedgetail Australian F-35A Lightning II Thai Gripen Fighter British Voyager and Typhoon Republic of Korea F-15 Eagle
6.00pm – 6.30pm (ACST) Singaporean F-16 Falcon and F-15 Eagle Japanese E767 and F-2 Fighter Indonesian F-16 Falcon Indian Su-30 United States F-22 Raptor Australian F/A-18F Super Hornet and E/A-18G GrowlerOperation Gateway 2024Royal Australian Air Force2024-07-18 | Poseidon adventure! Operation Gateway, Australia’s longest running Defence operation has successfully concluded following a #AusAirForce P-8A Poseidon deployment from Royal Malaysian Air Force Base (RMAF) Butterworth.
The maritime domain awareness operation involved patrols along some of the world’s busiest shipping routes in the North Indian Ocean and South China Sea.
The Open Day is a great opportunity to see the latest operational aircraft and meet Australian and international air and ground crews from over 20 nations participating in Exercise Pitch Black.
📆 Saturday 20 July ⏰ Between 9:00am - 4:00pm 🎟️ https://tickets.oztix.com.au/outlet/event/31e88a05-269e-400f-b9dd-07bcffdcdc12
✈️ #AusAirForce: https://www.airforce.gov.au/news-events/events/raaf-darwin-open-dayExercise Pitch Black 24 | Air Traffic Controllers #ShortsRoyal Australian Air Force2024-07-17 | 🚨 CLEARED FOR TAKEOFF 🚨
Radio Check 1, 2, 3 🔊
Our dedicated No. 452 Squadron Air Traffic Controllers are on duty for Exercise #PitchBlack24, ensuring safe and efficient air space operations.
#AusAirForce #StrongerTogetherExercise Pitch Black 24 | Mindil Beach Flying Display #ShortsRoyal Australian Air Force2024-07-16 | Mindil Beach Flying Display - Exercise #PitchBlack24 🌊
Get ready as the sky high spectacle that is Mindil Beach Flying Display, is right around the corner.
📆 Thursday 18 July ⏰ Between 5:00pm - 6:30pm 🎯 The aircraft will be visible flying in from East Point to the display centre at Mindil Beach.
✈️ #AusAirForce: https://www.airforce.gov.au/news-events/events/mindil-beach-flying-displayExercise Pitch Black 24 | Day 1 Flying OperationsRoyal Australian Air Force2024-07-16 | Let the flying operations begin, it's go time team 👋💨
Starting strong in Darwin for the first day of exercise #PitchBlack24, as aircraft took to the early morning sky for the first wave of flying operations.
Starting strong in Darwin for the first day of exercise #PitchBlack24, as aircraft took to the early morning sky for the first wave of flying operations.
Connect with the Royal Australian Air Force: Facebook: facebook.com/AusAirForce/ Instagram: instagram.com/ausairforce/ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ausairforce/ Twitter: twitter.com/AusAirForce Website: https://www.airforce.gov.au/Exercise Pitch Black 24 | Officer Commanding Exercise Pitch Black 24 AIRCDRE Pete Robinson ✈Royal Australian Air Force2024-07-14 | 🎥 Watch as Officer Commanding Exercise Pitch Black 24, Air Commodore Pete Robinson sits down with Wing Commander Michael Veitch to chat about Australia’s biggest international air combat training activity, Exercise Pitch Black 2024.
Our Imagery Specialists will take you behind the scenes at, starting with the arrival of international forces to the Northern Territory this past week.
This week we’re serving Gripens from Thailand, F-35s and AV-8B Harriers from Italy, F-2s and an E-767 from Japan, F-16s from Indonesia and Singapore, and a venerable C-130H Hercules from Singapore.
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🗓 Mindil Beach Flying Display Thursday, 18 July 2024: ➡️ Set against the stunning backdrop of the NT sunset, this free, non-ticketed event will coincide with the regular Mindil Beach Markets.
➡️ This year, over 45 military aircraft from Australia, Asia Pacific, Europe and the USA will perform flypasts and displays between 5:00pm and 6:30pm.
🗓 RAAF Base Darwin Open Day between 9am-4pm on Saturday, 20 July 2024: ➡️ The Open Day is a free community event but visitors will require an ENTRY TICKET for crowd management and services Tickets will not be available at the event and must be pre-purchased via OzTix from Midday on 20 June.
➡️ The Open Day is a great opportunity to see the latest operational aircraft and meet Australian and international air and ground crews from over 20 nations participating in Exercise Pitch Black.
Find all the details for both events here ➡️ https://www.airforce.gov.au/.../exercise-pitch-black-events
We can’t wait to see you there!
@RoyalCdnAirForce @Armeedelairfrancaise @Bundeswehr @IndianAirForce_mcc @AirmenTV @AeronauticaMilitareOfficial @ItalianNavy @JASDFchannel @rokafplay @PRTUDM @NZDefenceForce @PAFVideos @TheRSAF @EjercitoAireMDE @royalairforce @AFBlueTube @USIndoPacificCommand @PacificAirForces @MobilityAirman @MRFDarwin @AirmanMagazineExercise Pitch Black 24 | Speak Your LanguageRoyal Australian Air Force2024-07-12 | Speak your language 🗣️
Halo! Konnichiwa! Kamusta! Hai! Ciao! Hola!
#AusAirForce Country Liaison Officers have landed at #PitchBlack24 to welcome and assist other nations who have travelled into Darwin to attend the exercise.