What Happened
Royal Australian Air Force Expands Intelligence Capabilities
The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) has taken delivery of its first MC-55A Peregrine, a new airborne intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, and electronic warfare capability. The aircraft, based on the Gulfstream G550 business jet and enhanced by L3Harris Technologies, arrived at RAAF Base Edinburgh in South Australia. Australia plans to operate four MC-55A aircraft from Edinburgh, complementing existing platforms like the Boeing P-8A Poseidon and Northrop Grumman MQ-4C Triton. The MC-55A’s introduction is part of a wider ISR enterprise, with Defence Minister Richard Marles highlighting its role in strengthening Australia’s ability to protect its strategic interests. This development was first reported by AeroTime.