BLUF
Australia’s 2026 National Defence Strategy will replace the C-27J Spartan with commercial aircraft, while expanding strike, ISR, and un-crewed capabilities; enhancing Indo-Pacific mobility, resilience, and long-range force projection under a major defence investment programme.Learning Outcomes
- Explain the rationale for replacing C-27J with a commercial aircraft fleet.
- Assess the impact of expanded strike and ISR capabilities.
- Understand broader force modernisation under the defence strategy.
