RAAF Edinburgh comprises the RAAF base, operational elements, logistics and maintenance supports units, support elements (messes, accommodation, gym, pool) and a commercial area comprising cafes, banks, post office, community centre and barber.

 RAAF Edinburgh

The RAAF presence at Parafield had begun in mid-December 1939 with the formation of No. 2 Flying Training School. On 2^nd January 1940 the name of the unit was changed to No. 1 Elementary Flying Training School.

 Parafield

Gawler Airfield began on the 4^th of April 1942 with the construction of a 45 degree runway using compacted limestone gravel quarried from north west of the airfield. The runway construction was completed on the 31^st July 1942. Another runway was constructed (130 degree) commencing on the 1st of February 1943.

 Gawler