BAE Systems provides greater Hawk support

BAE Systems Australia has been selected to deliver operational maintenance for the Royal Australian Air Force’s (RAAF’s) Hawk 127 Lead-In Fighter fleet. From July 1st, 2016, 116 new employees will deliver all maintenance support on the flight line to the Hawk fleet at RAAF Bases Williamtown and Pearce, directly supporting the training of Australia’s next generation of combat aircrew. This support includes aircraft launch and recovery; on-site management support; and deployment operations. Under the change to the existing Hawk Lead-In Fighter In Service Support Phase 3 contract, BAE Systems will now provide the total Hawk sustainment solution, managing both deeper and operational maintenance. The contract reinforced the enduring partnership between the Company and the Department of Defence in ensuring the Hawk remains an effective training platform.