New training and operational facilities for RAAF Base Amberley

FACILITIES are required at RAAF Base Amberley to operate and maintain 10 new C-27J Battlefield Airlifter aircraft. This light tactical aircraft boasts greater speed, range and payload capabilities than the previous fleet of aircraft.

The Department of Defence told the committee that works will include constructing new training and operational facilities. Additionally, integrating the new aircraft will mean relocating some existing facilities. 

The project is expected to cost $370.4 million (excluding GST). Full details on the project are available on the Committee’s website: www.aph.gov.au/pwc

Public Hearing Venue: Metro Hotel Ipswich International
Date: Tuesday, 3 November 2015
Time: 2.30 – 3.30 pm

Members of the public are welcome to attend.

NB the Public Works Committee is neither involved in the tendering process nor the awarding of contracts. Enquiries on those matters should be addressed to the Department of Defence.

For further information, including how to make a submission, the public hearing times, and copies of submissions when they become available, please visit the committee website http://www.aph.gov.au/pwc or contact the Committee Secretariat on (02) 6277 4636.

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