On Friday, 24th June, 76 Squadron, Royal Australian Air Force, conducted a flying display to mark the graduation of the latest 12 fast jet students (two Weapons Systems Officers and 10 new Pilots) and to give the family of squadron personnel a chance to see what their jobs are all about.
The display began with the launch of 10 Hawks, three of which shortly returned for a few passes in formation before a solo machine peeled off to give a dynamic handling display.
As the solo machine disappeared at the end of its display, all three machines “popped up” and performed an airfield attack on the squadron lines then returned for a low level initial-and-pitch to land.
The remaining seven machines then returned as a formation of six with the seventh as a photo-ship, to perform two flypasts before separating and also returning for a low level entry into the circuit.
The recently graduated aircrew will go on to either F35 JSF training, E/A-18G Growler training or to Number 2 Operational Conversion Unit for F/A-18A training.
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As for the fantastic photography, what can I say other then to say outstanding! Well in my opinion anyway!
Thank you very much Ray. It’s an absolute pleasure and we’re glad you like the results. 🙂
Cheers,
Motty.
Wonderful photography, Motty. Thank you.
Trevor Millard
Thank you very much Trevor.
Cheers,
Motty.
As a parent of one of the graduating pilots….I say a huge thanks!!! It was so tough to stand out there for over half an hour in freezing 50+ klms winds to take these shots!!! A family member found this (quite by accident) and sent link to me…eternally grateful Motty ?
G’day Nerolie,
Thank you very much indeed for your kind comments. I’m very happy to discover that I have been able to capture some proud memories for someone so closely involved in the day’s events.
Congratulations to your Son or Daughter for their incredible achievement too.
Cheers,
Motty.