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Exercise Pitch Black is bigger and bolder than ever, with up to 100 fighter jets from 20 nations—including new participants Finland and Sweden—taking to the skies over Darwin. This massive biennial training event, now in its 40th year, brings together thousands of personnel to simulate high-threat combat scenarios, even in darkness, amid rising regional tensions. Aircraft from Japan’s F-35s to Indonesia’s T-50Is and beyond are all in the mix, with the RAAF leading the charge. The focus? Building readiness and trust through realistic, adaptable drills—not targeting any specific enemy. Expect epic aerial action, especially at sunset, plus a public open day to witness the alliance in action.

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