Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) B737 / E-7A Wedgetail A30-004 Missed Approach at Rockhampton Airport

During the late afternoon on Wednesday 22 May, Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Boeing B737-7ES / E-7A Wedgetail Airborne Early Warning & Control (AEW&C) aircraft A30-004 was photographed by local plane spotter Scott H as it was on final approach to Runway 15 at Rockhampton Airport. 

It then completed an overshoot and missed approach and was photographed by fellow Rockhampton plane spotter Jason M as it climbed out.

It appears that the Wedgetail flew up from RAAF Base Williamtown and then returned back there after completing the missed approach.  A30-004 was heard using the radio callsign of "Mitchell 13".

Sincere thanks to Scott and Jason for taking the time to capture and send through these great photos!

Photos taken by Scott Harris and Jason Miller  ©