The RAAF ordered 24 F-111Cs that had serials A8-125 to A8-148. On September 4
1968 the RAAF was handed the first F-111C but the advanced wing sweep
mechanism had problems. It wasn’t until 1973 when the problem was solved
and RAAF acceptance was given.
and RAAF acceptance was given.
The 24 aircraft were delivered in 4 flights with the first flight arriving at
Amberley on June 1, 1973. The lead aircraft was A8-125 flown by Group Captain
J.W. Newham and Wing Commander T.C. Owen. A8-148, the last aircraft arrived on December 4, 1973.
The aircraft was in service with 1 Squadron and then transferred to 6 Squadron.
A8-148’s last live ordnance drop took place on May 12-13, 2010. The aircraft was
retired on December 3, 2010 and there is a chance it may be heading for
preservation.
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