Drones breach military airspace in Australia - and defence bosses have no idea who is behind it

Published: 00:54, 10 August 2026 | Updated: 00:59, 10 August 2026 Multiple drones were detected flying over a restricted military airspace in Australia, with defence bosses having no idea who ordered or operated them.  The 'Unmanned Aircraft Systems' were seen hovering over tactical fighter jet defence hub, Williamtown RAAF base, between July 11 to 13.  The Australian Defence Force are still trying to identify who was operating them and the reason behind the breach.  A Defence spokesman told The Daily Telegraph it was aware of the 'uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) operating in the vicinity of Newcastle Airport and RAAF Base Williamtown'.  'Defence employs robust, layered security measures to protect its personnel, establishments and capability,' he said.  'For operational security reasons, Defence does not comment on specific arrangements or measures in place at its establishments.' Multiple drones have been detected flying over a restricted military airspace in Australia, with defence bosses having no idea who ordered or operated it The 'Unmanned Aircraft Systems' were seen hovering over tactical fighter jet defence hub, Williamtown RAAF base, between July 11 to 13