RAAF confirms first fully crewed mission with MC-55A Peregrine under No. 10 Squadron

The aircraft are expected to deliver critical intelligence in real time, strengthen Australia’s monitoring of strategic maritime approaches and integrate with allied and partner systems, including the US and the UK, reinforcing collective security.

The MC-55A Peregrines are based at RAAF Base Edinburgh, South Australia, and operated by No. 10 Squadron.

“The Royal Australian Air Force is currently conducting flying activities as part of ongoing training, test and evaluation for the MC-55A Peregrine,” a Defence spokesperson said.

“Once this process is complete, the aircraft will integrate with the Royal Australian Air Force family of airborne intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance systems, including the P-8A Poseidon and the MQ-4C Triton.”

Each aircraft is modelled on the Gulfstream G550 airframe as a long-range, surveillance and reconnaissance aircraft designed to deliver multiple sources of intelligence in support of Defence operations.

“The introduction of the MC-55A Peregrine represents a significant step forward in strengthening Australia’s ability to monitor and protect its strategic interests, including key maritime approaches,” Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence Richard Marles said.

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