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About the Air Force

• RAAF stands for Royal Australian Air Force.
   
• The Air Force has two hot-air balloons.
   
• The Air Force Roundel is on every Air Force aircraft.
   
• The Australian Air Force began in 1921. It is the second oldest air force in the world.
   
• The Air Force, along with the Navy and Army, make up Australia's Defence Force.
  
• The Air Force helps to protect Australia. It also helps to keep the peace in some overseas countries.
   
• The Air Force has an aircraft which has a special job. It can refuel other aircraft while they are in the air.
  
• When you turn 13 you are able to join the Air Force Cadets.