RAAF’s First MC-55A Peregrine EW, ISR Aircraft Finally Lands in Australia
The Royal Australian Air Force’s first of four MC-55A Peregrines has finally landed in Australia, following delays from the original timeline under a 2019 foreign military sales deal.
Australia to Transform Mission Aircrew Training in $199M Deal
Canberra has invested over $199.8 million in a new Future Air Mission Training System to expand and modernize how the Royal Australian Air Force prepares mission aircrews.
MQ-28 Ghost Bat Ticks Off Another ‘First,’ Taking Down Target Drone With AMRAAM
Boeing’s MQ-28 Ghost Bat has achieved a first for autonomous aircraft, completing an air-to-air engagement using an AIM-120 missile.
RAAF Training Levels Up With Lockheed’s High-Fidelity Flight Simulator
The next generation of Australian pilots is gearing up to climb into Lockheed's latest flight training device, built to deliver an “authentic cockpit experience.”
Boeing Receives Australia’s P-8A Poseidon Anti-Sub Aircraft for Major Upgrades
Boeing has received the first Royal Australian Air Force P-8A Poseidon for Increment 3 Block 2 upgrades.
Boeing’s MQ-28 Ghost Bat Dives Into Collaborative Combat Trials
In partnership with the Royal Australian Air Force, Boeing has put the MQ-28 Ghost Bat to the test, proving its operational viability.
US Approves Upgrade Package for Australia’s ISREW Aircraft
The US State Department has approved a baseline 2 upgrade for Australia’s MC-55A intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, and electronic warfare aircraft.
Australia Completes First MQ-28A Ghost Bat Trial Outside Training Area
Australia has completed its first deployment and operation of the MQ-28A Ghost Bat outside the Woomera Training Area.
Australia Runs First Trial of MQ-28 Drones Controlled From E-7A Wedgetail
Boeing and the Royal Australian Air Force have tested two MQ-28 Ghost Bat drones and a digital aircraft controlled by an E-7A Wedgetail.
Northrop to Equip Australia’s C-130Js With RF Countermeasures System
The US Air Force has contracted Northrop Grumman to supply the AN/ALQ-251 advanced radio frequency countermeasures system modified for the Royal Australian Air Force’s C-130J Hercules airlifter fleet.
Australia Monitors ‘Unusual’ Presence of Chinese Warships
Australia was Thursday monitoring the "unusual" presence of three Chinese warships sailing off its eastern coast, the defense minister said.
Australia Accuses China Fighter Jet of ‘Unsafe’ Conduct Above South China Sea
Australia said a Chinese fighter jet dropped flares near an Australian air force plane patrolling the South China Sea, accusing Beijing of “unsafe” military conduct.
Australia’s Third MQ-4C Triton Drone Nears Delivery
Northrop Grumman has completed testing Australia’s third of four MQ-4C Triton drones at its California facility, bringing it one step closer to final delivery.
Australia to Buy Additional Anti-Radar Missiles From US
Australia is purchasing more Advanced Anti-Radiation Guided Missile-Extended Range missiles from the US.
Australia to Open Radio Factory for Future Tactical Small Drones
Australia has revealed the construction of a communications manufacturing facility to support the armed forces’ small unmanned aerial systems expansion project.
Nammo Secures Landmark Deal for Australian F-35 Armor-Piercing Ammo
Nammo has secured a contract to supply Australia’s F-35A fighter jets with the advanced APEX 25mm armor-piercing ammunition.
Australian Air Force Accepts Final F-35A Jets
The Royal Australian Air Force has taken delivery of its last nine of 72 F-35A Lightning II combat jets procured as part of a program launched in 2010.
US Navy Invests Further $590M in Raytheon’s Next-Gen Jamming System
The US Navy has awarded Raytheon a $590-million contract for continued work on the Next Generation Jammer Mid-Band system.
US Approves 100 Anti-Radiation Missiles for Australian Air Force
The US State Department has approved the sale of up to 100 AGM-88G Advanced Anti-Radiation Guided Missiles-Extended Range for the Royal Australian Air Force.
Anduril to Demo Autonomous Base Defense for Australian Air Force
The Royal Australian Air Force has contracted Anduril Australia to demonstrate autonomous base defense capabilities against air and ground threats for northern bases.
Australia Starts Construction of Boeing 737 Sustainment Hangar in Adelaide
Australia has begun the construction of a four-bay aircraft hangar in Adelaide for the armed forces’ Boeing 737 aircraft maintenance project.
Anduril Ghost Shark Submarine Drone Arrives in US
The US has welcomed the arrival of the Ghost Shark Extra-Large Autonomous Undersea Vehicle for military testing.
Northrop Grumman Delivers First MQ-4C Triton Drone to Australia
The Royal Australian Air Force has accepted its initial MQ-4C Triton drone as part of a 2018 contract with Northrop Grumman.
Australia Mulls Equipping MQ-28 Ghost Bat Drone With Lethal Payloads
Australia is still considering equipping its MQ-28 Ghost Bat drones with lethal payloads to support combat missions.
