Destination Profile - Tindal, Northern Territory
RAAF Base Tindal is 17kms from Katherine and 320kms by road south-east of Darwin in the Northern Territory. Although the airfield was constructed in 1942, it is the Air Force's youngest operational base and one of Australia's most important defence installations.
Originally known as Carson's Airfield during World War II, over the years it has been upgraded and extended for commercial use. In 1984, the government decided to establish an operational Air Force base at Tindal. The physical security it enjoys is due to its long distance from the coast, making it unlikely it will be swept away by a cyclone. Tindal officially opened on 1 October 1988
Tindal is home to Australia's FA-18 Hornet fighter jets and can be seen on take off and landing at this airfield.
This destination is part of the Flyaway Faraway Kimberley Style and Wet Season Spectacular Australian Adventures.
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