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RAAF Base Townsville is a Royal Australian Air Force installation in Townsville, Queensland, formed on 15 October 1940. It is one of northern Australia's primary Defence installations and functions as a staging and mounting base for Australian operations, exercises and humanitarian or peacekeeping deployments. The base hosts Air Force units including No. 383 Squadron, No.
452 Squadron Townsville Flight and No. 27 Squadron, as well as Army's No. 5 Aviation Regiment.
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When was RAAF Base Townsville established?
RAAF Base Townsville was formed on 15 October 1940. It remains an important Royal Australian Air Force installation in northern Queensland.
What is RAAF Base Townsville used for?
The base functions as a staging and mounting point for Australian operations, exercises, and humanitarian missions. Its location in Townsville supports activity across northern Australia and nearby regions.
Is RAAF Base Townsville an Australian Army or Air Force base?
It is a Royal Australian Air Force installation. The name RAAF refers to the Royal Australian Air Force, rather than the Australian Army.
Where is RAAF Base Townsville?
RAAF Base Townsville is in Townsville, Queensland. It is one of northern Australia's primary Defence installations.
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