Uniquely co-located with RAAF Base Williamtown and Newcastle Airport, Astra Aerolab is Australia’s newest defence and aerospace precinct. A one-of-a-kind place, enhancing Australia’s ability to deliver world class sustainment and manufacturing capability to the Defence sector.
The Williamtown location offers unprecedented airside access to the growing RAAF aircraft fleet, including the F-35A Lightning Strike fighter, F/A-18 Hornets and the Boeing E-7A Wedgetail. RAAF Base Williamtown is Australia’s premier fast jet fighter base and the operational and sustainment hub for many of the Australian Air Force’s Air Combat, Surveillance Response and Combat Support Groups.