A Trio of RAAF Pilatus PC-21s Pass Through Longreach Airport Heading North

On Saturday 3 October, three Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Pilatus PC-21 aircraft from No. 4 Squadron at RAAF Base Williamtown in New South Wales were spotted passing through Longreach Airport while heading north.

They looked to arrive at Longreach Airport, flying together under the formation callsign "Reaper". 

The three PC-21 aircraft were noted to be A54-046 "Reaper 11", A54-047 "Reaper 12" and A54-049 "Reaper 13".

After a short stopover, the three aircraft departed Longreach Airport and continued north-west to Mount Isa.

The PC-21 aircraft operated by No. 4 Squadron are used in the Forward Air Control role, supporting the training of Australian Defence Force personnel in coordinating air operations and close air support.

All photos taken by Liam Sellick  ©