Among the multitude of international voices that can be heard on the combat aircraft radio net above Mosul the Australian accent stands out for many reasons, the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) said today. Well regarded for their professionalism, dedication and long-term commitment to defeating Daesh, the Australian voices are a reminder that the RAAF’s Air Task Group is continuing to take the fight to the enemy in support of Iraqi Security Forces (ISF), who are slowly but surely liberating West Mosul. Read more
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| RAAF's ATG comprises seven RAAF F/A-18A Hornet fighter aircraft, an E-7A Wedgetail airborne command and control aircraft, and a KC-30A Multi-Role Tanker Transport air-to-air refuelling aircraft (Credit: Commonwealth of Australia/Department of Defence) |