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New Boeing F/A-18F Super Hornets delivered down under

Nov. 8, 2011, Queensland, Aus. - In a dramatic show of presence, four new Boeing-built F/A-18F Super Hornets joined up with 16 other Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Super Hornets as they flew over cheering crowds at RAAF Base Amberley recently in Queensland, Australia.


November 8, 2011  By Carey Fredericks

The flyover represented the completion of deliveries of all 24 RAAF Super Hornets ahead of contract schedule.

 

"The Super Hornet provides a major advancement in capability for the
RAAF and the entire Australian Defence Force," said RAAF Group Capt.
Steve Roberton, Officer Commanding 82 Wing, Royal Australian Air Force.

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"The F/A-18F employs the world’s most advanced combat radar, ensuring
our forces have a clear advantage in both technology and capability,
whether conducting air, ground or maritime operations,” Roberton added

 

At the ceremony was Dennis Muilenburg, president and CEO of Boeing
Defense, Space & Security, who said, "Boeing made a commitment to
the Royal Australian Air Force and to the citizens and government of
Australia, promising that these advanced Super Hornets would be ready to
join the RAAF fleet on time and on budget. The men and women of Boeing
are incredibly proud to have delivered on that promise."

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