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RAAF declares initial operational capability for JASSM-ER and LRASM on F/A-18F and P-8A

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The Royal Australian Air Force has declared initial operational capability for two long-range strike capabilities: JASSM-ER integration on its F/A-18F Super Hornets and LRASM on its P-8A Poseidon fleet. The milestone expands Australia’s ability to conduct stand-off land-attack and anti-ship missions.

Discovered 2026-09-11T00:37:00.298427-07:00 | 2026-09-11T00:37:00.298427-07:00

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  • The IOC declaration moves JASSM-ER and LRASM from development and integration into an operational RAAF capability across fighter and maritime patrol fleets.
  • Deploying both land-attack and anti-ship weapons strengthens Australia’s long-range strike options and broadens the mission utility of its F/A-18F and P-8A platforms.

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