F-35A Lightning II aircraft conducts handling display practice

No. 3 Squadron F-35A Lightning II aircraft taxi into RAAF Base Williamtown from the United States.

 

A SINGLE F-35A Lightning II aircraft conducted handling display practice in a specifically designated airspace over Tea Gardens and Hawks Nest last week.

Residents were able to view a flying display that has been developed for upcoming air shows.

Fast jet aircraft from RAAF Base Williamtown use the airspace around the northern edge of Port Stephens as a designated display practice area.

All display practice activities are conducted within strict safety and operational guidelines.

Safety, noise management and the environment are vital considerations in the planning and conduct of Defence flying activities.

Members of the public can access further information regarding aircraft noise at https://www.defence.gov.au/aircraftnoise/, or by calling 1800 033 200.

 

F-35A (A35-028) Lightning II landing at RAAF Base Williamtown after returning from Exercise Red Flag in Alaska.

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