Humanitarian relief supplies to the Lao People’s Democratic Republic
A Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) C-130J aircraft has delivered 11 tonnes of humanitarian relief supplies to the Lao People’s Democratic Republic. These supplies form part of Indo-Pacific Endeavour (IPE), Australia’s flagship regional engagement activity that strengthens defence cooperation and partnerships across the region.
A handover ceremony was held at Wattay International Airport, Vientiane to mark the arrival of the humanitarian relief supplies.
A Royal Australian Airforce C-130 Hercules aircraft from No. 37 Squadron, lands at Wattay International Airport in Vientiane, Laos, during Indo-Pacific Endeavour 2025. *** Local Caption *** Indo-Pacific Endeavour (IPE) is Australia�s flagship regional engagement activity. It demonstrates the Australian Government�s commitment to a peaceful, stable and prosperous region, founded on openness, respect for sovereignty and adherence to agreed rules and norms.
The activity strengthens regional relationshiA Royal Australian Airforce C-130 Hercules aircraft from No. 37 Squadron, taxis on a runway at Wattay International Airport in Vientiane, Laos, during Indo-Pacific Endeavour 2025. *** Local Caption *** Indo-Pacific Endeavour (IPE) is Australia�s flagship regional engagement activity. It demonstrates the Australian Government�s commitment to a peaceful, stable and prosperous region, founded on openness, respect for sovereignty and adherence to agreed rules and norms.
The activity strengthens regionalA Royal Australian Airforce C-130 Hercules aircraft from No. 37 Squadron, taxis on a runway at Wattay International Airport in Vientiane, Laos, during Indo-Pacific Endeavour 2025. *** Local Caption *** Indo-Pacific Endeavour (IPE) is Australia�s flagship regional engagement activity. It demonstrates the Australian Government�s commitment to a peaceful, stable and prosperous region, founded on openness, respect for sovereignty and adherence to agreed rules and norms.
The activity strengthens regionalA Royal Australian Air Force C-130 Hercules aircraft from No. 37 Squadron, carry Australian aid pallets at Wattay International Airport in Vientiane, Laos, during Indo-Pacific Endeavour 2025. *** Local Caption *** Indo-Pacific Endeavour (IPE) is Australia�s flagship regional engagement activity. It demonstrates the Australian Government�s commitment to a peaceful, stable and prosperous region, founded on openness, respect for sovereignty and adherence to agreed rules and norms.
The activity strengAustralian aid pallets hand over at Wattay International Airport in Laos during Indo-Pacific Endeavour 2025. *** Local Caption *** Indo-Pacific Endeavour (IPE) is Australia�s flagship regional engagement activity. It demonstrates the Australian Government�s commitment to a peaceful, stable and prosperous region, founded on openness, respect for sovereignty and adherence to agreed rules and norms.
The activity strengthens regional relationships and builds whole-of-government partnerships that are of,A Royal Australian Air Force C-130 Hercules aircraft from No. 37 Squadron arrives at Wattay International Airport in Vientiane, Laos, carrying Australian aid pallets during Indo-Pacific Endeavour 2025. *** Local Caption *** Indo-Pacific Endeavour (IPE) is Australia�s flagship regional engagement activity. It demonstrates the Australian Government�s commitment to a peaceful, stable and prosperous region, founded on openness, respect for sovereignty and adherence to agreed rules and norms.
The activitH.E. Mr Phosay Sayasone (left), Minister for Labour and Social Welfare of the Lao People�s Democratic Republic, express gratitude for the Australian aid and support provided to Laos at Wattay International Airport in Vientiane during the Indo-Pacific Endeavour 2025. *** Local Caption *** Indo-Pacific Endeavour (IPE) is Australia�s flagship regional engagement activity. It demonstrates the Australian Government�s commitment to a peaceful, stable and prosperous region, founded on openness, respect for sAustralian aid pallets hand over to H.E. Mr Phosay Sayasone (centre right), Minister for Labour and Social Welfare of the Lao People�s Democratic Republic, by the Australian Ambassador to the Lao People�s Democratic Republic, H.E. Megan Jones (centre left), along with Australian Defence personnel, at Wattay International Airport in Laos during Indo-Pacific Endeavour 2025.
*** Local Caption *** Indo-Pacific Endeavour (IPE) is Australia�s flagship regional engagement activity. It demonstrates the Aust
25 Years of C-130J Operations at RAAF Base Richmond This year marks a significant milestone for No 37 Squadron, with the first of the current fleet of 12 C-130J Hercules delivered to RAAF Base Richmond on 7 September 1999.
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Static shots of Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) C-130J Hercules aircraft parked on the RAAF Base Richmond flightline, 28 October 1999. The aircraft in the photo are A97-447, A97-449 and A97-464. *** Local Caption *** This year marks a significant 25-year milestone for No 37 Squadron, with the first of the current fleet of 12 C-130J Hercules delivered to Royal Australian Air Force Base Richmond on 7 September 1999.
Ultimately replacing the existing C-130E model, the C-130J provided increased capabilityRoyal Australian Air Force (RAAF) C-130J Hercules A97-464, 7 September 1999, over the Hawkesbury area, NSW. The first of the 12 C-130J aircraft delivered to RAAF Base Richmond. *** Local Caption *** This year marks a significant 25-year milestone for No 37 Squadron, with the first of the current fleet of 12 C-130J Hercules delivered to Royal Australian Air Force Base Richmond on 7 September 1999.
Ultimately replacing the existing C-130E model, the C-130J provided increased capability to travel faster, fRoyal Australian Air Force (RAAF) C-130J Hercules A97-464, 7 September 1999, over the Hawkesbury area, NSW. The first of the 12 C-130J aircraft delivered to RAAF Base Richmond. *** Local Caption *** This year marks a significant 25-year milestone for No 37 Squadron, with the first of the current fleet of 12 C-130J Hercules delivered to Royal Australian Air Force Base Richmond on 7 September 1999.
Ultimately replacing the existing C-130E model, the C-130J provided increased capability to travel faster, fRoyal Australian Air Force (RAAF) C-130J Hercules A97-464, 7 September 1999, over the Hawkesbury area, NSW. The first of the 12 C-130J aircraft delivered to RAAF Base Richmond. *** Local Caption *** This year marks a significant 25-year milestone for No 37 Squadron, with the first of the current fleet of 12 C-130J Hercules delivered to Royal Australian Air Force Base Richmond on 7 September 1999.
Ultimately replacing the existing C-130E model, the C-130J provided increased capability to travel faster, f
RAAF personnel from 37 Squadron and Australian Army soldiers from 51st Battalion, Far North Queensland Regiment, during an engagement in Mount Isa, Queensland. Photo: Group Captain Stewart Dowrie
A 37 Squadron C-130J Hercules and members of 3 Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron (3AMES) flew over parts of northern Australia as part of a recent training initiative.
The visit to north and central-west Queensland aimed to better familiarise crews with northern Australia’s operating environment, and included a visit to Regional Force Surveillance Group in Mount Isa.
Director Regional Airbase Development Team East, Group Captain Stewart Dowrie, highlighted the importance of the initiative as a part of Air Force’s response to the Defence Strategic Review.
“Getting back into our north more often is absolutely key – getting better integrated as a fighting force to help secure our nation, and engaging with the other agencies that live and work here,” Group Captain Dowrie said.
“It is important we maintain and build on the strong connection between the communities in these strategic locations and our ability to project air power across the north.”
During the stop in Mount Isa, members of the C-130J Hercules crew met with members of Army’s Delta Company 51st Battalion, Far North Queensland Regiment (D Coy 51 FNQR), using the opportunity to share insights into the region and the important roles both play in the nation’s security.
Officer Commanding D Coy 51 FNQR Major Graham Rorie described the difficulties of working in remote areas and emphasised how critical the integrated force was to working in the challenging conditions.
“The ability to lift and move over vast distances allows us to project even deeper into the most remote regions and engage with the local communities,” Major Rorie said.
The visit was further enhanced by members of 3AMES sharing its processes with Mount Isa-based nurses and doctors from the Royal Flying Doctor’s service.
Nursing officer Flight Lieutenant Danie Bunting explained how participating in this visit allowed 3AMES to seek opportunities to better prepare and modernise aeromedical evacuation capabilities.
“It provided an opportunity for aeromedical evacuation crew members to integrate with C-130J aircrew and improve AE [aeromedical evacuation] processes in order to maximise patient outcomes,” Flight Lieutenant Bunting said.
“The invitation for 3AMES to participate in this initiative enhanced aeromedical evacuation interoperability with 37 Squadron and communities in northern Australia.”
Humanitarian relief supplies to the Lao People’s Democratic Republic
Wattay International Airport, Vientiane to mark the arrival of the humanitarian relief supplies.
