Why Did the RAAF Replace the Caribou with This Aircraft?

In this video, the Spartan puts on a spectacular low-level airshow display, showcasing the agility and performance that make it a standout in tactical airlift operations. Purpose-built for rugged environments, the C-27J has earned its reputation as the RAAF’s ultimate “bush plane” capable of operating from short, unsealed runways across remote Australia and beyond.

Watch as this versatile aircraft demonstrates its dynamic capabilities in a live air display, highlighting its crucial role in military logistics, disaster relief, and humanitarian missions. With a high-wing design, exceptional short takeoff and landing performance, and a tough, no-nonsense build, the Spartan bridges the gap between large strategic airlifters and smaller utility aircraft delivering people and supplies where others simply can’t.

This video offers an up-close look at one of the most capable and reliable tactical transports in service today. Discover how the C-27J Spartan boosts Australia’s air mobility and why it’s an indispensable asset in the modern RAAF fleet.