Exercise Wallaby 2022 - Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) Airbus A330-243 Multi Role Tanker Transport (A330-MRTT) '762' Arrives Back into Rockhampton Airport

On Thursday 13 October, the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) Airbus A330-243 Multi Role Tanker Transport (A330-MRTT) aircraft, serial number '762', arrived back into Rockhampton Airport, believed to be direct from Singapore’s Changi Airport / Changi Air Base (CAB) (East) as 'SAF8249' / "Singa 8249".

After landing, it taxied in and was parked on Gate 6 on the Southern end of the Rockhampton Airport parking apron.

At the time of writing, it appears that '762' is being prepared for an overnight stay with a departure (presumably) back to Singapore some time in the morning on Friday 14 October.

The RSAF's 112 Squadron - whose motto is 'Determined To Deliver' - has six A330-MRTT aircraft currently in service. The RSAF A330-MRTT aircraft, like the RAAF's KC-30A's, can conduct air-to-air refuelling and airlift roles simultaneously. The RSAF A330-MRTT will help extend the range of their fighter aircraft and can be deployed to humanitarian assistance and disaster relief missions.

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Sincere thanks to the local plane spotter Scott H for taking the time to capture and send through these great photos!

All photos taken by Scott Harris  ©️