NEWS

COMBATING BENGUET FOREST FIRE THROUGH CLOUD SEEDING OPERATION

Submitted by AFPAO on Wed, 03/13/2024 - 12:37

Deploying a Philippine Air Force LC-210 aircraft, the 900th Air Force Weather Group successfully dispensed 1,200 kilograms of salt in 48 sacks over Benguet.

This ongoing cloud seeding operation, which started on March 2, 2024, aims to assist in containing the forest fire in the province, complementing the heli-bucket operations of the 505th Search and Rescue Group.

CG, PAF AND SURGEON GENERAL, AFP PRIORITIZE PERSONNEL WELLNESS

Submitted by AFPAO on Wed, 03/06/2024 - 16:13

The Surgeon General of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, BGEN FATIMA CLAIRE S NAVARRO MC, paid a courtesy visit to the Commanding General of the Philippine Air Force, LTGEN STEPHEN P PARREÑO, at the Staff Lounge, CJVAB, Pasay City, on March 6, 2024.

LTGEN PARREÑO expressed heartfelt appreciation for the indispensable role played by the Surgeon General and her dedicated team in maintaining the physical readiness and well-being of the armed forces.

AIR FORCE UNITES IN FAITH; PAF PERSONNEL ATTEND FIRST FRIDAY MASS

Submitted by AFPAO on Fri, 03/01/2024 - 14:16

The Philippine Air Force (PAF) personnel led by the Commanding General, LtGen Stephen P Parreño PAF, gathered for a shared moment of faith and fellowship during the First Friday Mass on March 1, 2024, held at the Our Lady of Loreto Chapel.  

The CG, PAF was accompanied by his wife, Mrs. Agnes Parreño, along with the Chief of Air Staff, MGen Aristotle D Gonzalez PAF, other officers, members of the PAF Officer’s Ladies Club, enlisted personnel, and civilian human resources.

TOWWESTMIN MARKS 13TH ANNIVERSARY

Submitted by AFPAO on Wed, 02/28/2024 - 17:37

On February 28, 2024, Tactical Operations Wing Western Mindanao (TOWWESTMIN) celebrated its 13th founding anniversary at the Edwin Andrews Air Base Grandstand in Zamboanga City with the Vice Commander, Philippine Air Force, MGEN AUGUSTINE S MALINIT PAF, as the Guest of Honor and Speaker. 

PAF AND DA TEAM UP FOR CLOUD SEEDING TO SUPPORT FARMERS AMIDST EL NIÑO

Submitted by AFPAO on Wed, 02/28/2024 - 08:24

The 900th Air Force Weather Group, together with the Department of Agriculture Region 2 and Bureau of Soils and Water Management, officially commenced cloud seeding operations on February 25, 2024.

Utilizing a civilian Piper Navajo aircraft, personnel of the 900th AFWG successfully dispersed over 800 kgs of sodium chloride onto cloud formations across Southern Cagayan and Northern Isabela on February 25 and 26.

Cloud seeding operations are being conducted to supplement crop water needs during periods of low rainfall.

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PAF PROVIDES AERIAL SUPPORT FOR CONTINUOUS MONITORING OF MARITIME AREAS IN NORTHERN LUZON SEABOARD

Submitted by AFPAO on Mon, 02/26/2024 - 10:00

On February 24, 2024, the Philippine Air Force (PAF) provided aerial support to the Northern Luzon Command's (NOLCOM) Maritime Air Patrol (MARPAT) operations in the Northern Luzon Seaboard.

Executing the mission with a C-295 aircraft, the PAF covered key areas, including Itbayat, Sabtang, and Babuyan Islands. No significant activities or sightings were reported during the monitoring of these areas.

PAF EXTENDS FREE DENTAL SERVICES TO ANGONO, RIZAL RESIDENTS

Submitted by AFPAO on Sun, 02/25/2024 - 11:21

On February 24, 2024, the Philippine Air Force(PAF), in collaboration with the Supreme Student Council Society of the Philippines (SSCSP OHANA) and various medical institutions, conducted a dental mission benefiting approximately 100 residents of Brgy. Mahabang Parang, Angono, Rizal.

Two PAF dental teams delivered services, including tooth extractions, fluoride applications, dental check-ups, and an educational campaign promoting oral healthcare.

FOREST FIRE RAGES AGAIN IN BENGUET, PAF RESPONDS WITH HELI BUCKET

Submitted by AFPAO on Wed, 02/21/2024 - 20:00

A Super Huey Helicopter, operated by the 505th Search and Rescue Group of the Philippine Air Force, was deployed on February 21, 2024, to respond to two forest fires; one at Mt. Camisong in Itogon, Benguet, and another in Brgy Adonot, Bokod, Benguet.

Performing a series of heli bucket operations, the aircraft collected water from the Sto. Tomas Water Reservoir and Banao River.

PAF OFFICIALS ATTEND AFP RESERVE FORCE DEV’T STRATEGY CASCADING SESSION

Submitted by AFPAO on Wed, 02/21/2024 - 08:32

Philippine Air Force high-ranking officials participated in the cascading session for the AFP Reserve Force Development (RFD) Strategy 2023-2028 of the Office of the Deputy Chief of Staff for Reservist and Retiree Affairs, J-9 headed by MGEN JOEL ALEJANDRO C NACNAC PA, J-9, at the Hall of Flags, CJVAB