Royal Australian Air Force

PNGDF Air Transport Wing has led its first bilateral exercise, putting its aviation capability to the test during Exercise Kapa Pisin 26.

Working alongside the ADF, personnel tested their ability to deploy, sustain operations and operate from austere locations.

Five days. Broken sleep. Decisions under pressure.

Exercise Rabaul tests Air Force recruits’ skills, judgement and teamwork at RAAF Base Wagga. Protecting a base starts with the people ready to defend it.

Leaders from Papua New Guinea and Australia visited Ex Kapa Pisin 26, observing PNGDF and ADF personnel working side by side.

A simulated aircraft crash at Green River highlighted the teamwork, coordination and preparation required to operate in remote environments.

Across ocean and jungle, aerial imagery helps build a clearer picture of the environment. 📸✈️

During Exercise Kapa Pisin 26, Imagery Specialists trained PNGDF Air Transport Wing personnel in aerial photography, strengthening surveillance capability and defence cooperation.

PNGDF engineers are building new airfield survey skills with support from RAAF airfield engineers.

Training conducted across Mendi, Telefomin and Green River will help provide the critical information aircrew need to plan and conduct operations.