The sixth Wedgetail for RAAF (photo : Aus DoD)
The sixth and final Wedgetail Airborne Early Warning and
Control (AEW&C) aircraft has been delivered and is now at its home base
RAAF Williamtown.
The delivery of the sixth aircraft is a significant
milestone for this important project, which delivers a world-class air battle
management capability.
Wedgetail will provide Defence with an Airborne Early
Warning and Control (AEW&C) capability comprising of six aircraft and
associated supplies and support.
Each of the aircraft is fitted with a highly advanced
multipurpose radar system, which provides our Defence forces with greater
situational awareness.
The Wedgetail aircraft will be a critical part for Australia ’s Air
Defence System and will enhance surveillance, air defence, fleet support and
force coordination operations.
The delivery of the sixth aircraft reflects the combined
efforts of the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF), the Defence Materiel Organisation
(DMO) and contracted suppliers including Boeing.
The Wedgetail AEW&C aircraft will be operated by No. 2
Squadron from RAAF Base Williamtown, near Newcastle .
(Aus DoD)
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