First RAAF Poseidon Arrives in Country

AUSTRALIA’S FIRST Boeing P-8A Poseidon has arrived in the country. The aircraft, A47-001 (c/n 62288, ex N940DS), flew into Canberra International Airport, Australian Capital Territory, on November 16 for a formal welcoming ceremony. The following day it continued on to its new home at RAAF Base Edinburgh, South Australia. The aircraft is the first of 12 due to arrive at the base over the next couple of years. An order for a further three is also planned. Together with the