Air Force Flying Training Dubbo Regional Airport

Dubbo Regional Airport will host instructor and trainee pilots from the Royal Australian Air Force No.1 Flying Training School (1FTS) as part of intermediate pilots flying training 'Exercise Wiradjuri Sunrise'. 

Pilatus PC-21 aircraft from 1FTS at Royal Australian Air Force Base East Sale arrived at Dubbo on Tuesday afternoon, with flying occurring during the following two weeks over 22 April to 03 May 2025.

During the visit 1FTS are honoured to be able to participate in the RSL Memorial Club Brisbane St Dubbo ANZAC Day activities and will conduct a flypast in support of the event.

MEDIA NOTE
Flying is subject to variables including air traffic control requirements, weather, and operational availability. As such, training may be cancelled at short notice.

Noise reduction and the environment are vital considerations in the planning and conduct of military flying. Information on aircraft noise and current flying activities is available at www.defence.gov.au/aircraftnoise or by calling 1300 DEFENCE (1300 333 362).

Further information about Military Aircraft PC21 Air Force Aircraft Pilatus PC-21

Media Contacts
Regional Manager Public Affairs – Ben Wickham, 0400 003 792, benjamin.wickham@defence.gov.au  
Defence Mediamedia@defence.gov.au  
 


For more information, visit the Defence Aircraft Noise website or call 1300 DEFENCE (1300 333 362).

Flying schedule

  • Pilatus PC-21 aircraft from 1FTS at RAAF Base East Sale will conduct flying training in Dubbo during 22 April to 03 May 2025.