Royal Australian Air Force has commissioned the 10th and final C-27J Spartan tactical transport aircraft on 18 April during a ceremony at RAAF Base Richmond. The Spartan can carry up to five tonnes of cargo and is capable of moving troops, equipment and supplies; conducting aero-medical evacuation missions and conducting air drops. Initial Operating Capability for the Spartan was declared in late 2016, and Final Operating Capability is scheduled to be declared in late 2019. The C-27Js, which are currently operated from RAAF Base Richmond, are set to relocate to RAAF Base Amberley in early 2019.