Tag: Royal Australian Air Force
$1.4 billion boost for domestic MQ-28A Ghost Bat manufacturing
The Australian Government has confirmed it will invest approximately $1.4 billion to advance the Australian-designed and manufactured MQ-28A Ghost Bat, aiming to transition the collaborative combat aircraft into full operational capability for the Royal Australian Air Force.
CIMIC’s CPB Contractors to spearhead Army Aviation Program in Townsville
CIMIC Group's CPB Contractors has been chosen by the Australian Government's Department of Defence to undertake the Army Aviation Program of Works at the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Base Townsville.
RAAF Base Amberley to get major upgrade with $4M gov’t investment
The Australian Government has announced a $4 million investment to revamp the Royal Australian Air Force’s (RAAF) Base Amberley near Ipswich in Queensland to boost the nation’s sovereign air combat capability.
New $600M defence contract with Boeing to create 350 jobs in Queensland
Australian Defence said its new $600 million contract extension with Boeing Defence Australia will create more than 350 local jobs in Queensland.
Report: Lockheed Martin bolsters Australia’s defence, national economy
Lockheed Martin Australia’s efforts to boost Australia’s sovereign defence capability have resulted in significant economic benefits for the country, according to a report from Deloitte Access Economics.
Boeing introduces new wash technology for RAAF’s C-17 fleet
Boeing has adopted a new sustainable engine wash technology for Australia’s fleet of C-17 Globemaster IIIs to reduce environmental impact and extend engine life significantly.
Australian defence industry backs $20 million aid package for Ukraine
The Australian Government, in collaboration with the local defence industry, announced a further $20 million package of military assistance to Ukraine, including a range of Australian-developed equipment that will contribute to Ukraine's defence efforts.
Australia invests $220M to boost local defence munitions manufacturing
The Australian government has announced a new $220 million investment in the production of munitions at factories in Mulwala, New South Wales, and Benalla, Victoria.
Gov’t invests $9.8b for new Lockheed Martin-manufactured C-130J Hercules aircraft
The Australian Government is set to purchase 20 brand-new Lockheed Martin C-130J Hercules aircraft for the Royal Australian Air Force in an effort to address future air transportation demands.
BAE Systems Australia wins E-7A Wedgetail contract extension
BAE Systems Australia announced it will provide electronic warfare systems for E-7A Wedgetail aircraft with the Royal Australian Air Force under a two-year contract extension.
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