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The Philippine Air Force joined the nation in commemorating the 127th martyrdom anniversary of Dr. Jose P. Rizal in a flag-raising and wreath-laying ceremony at the Rizal Monument, Rizal Park, Manila on December 30, 2023.

The Commanding General of the Philippine Air Force, LTGEN STEPHEN P PARREÑO PAF, led the Blessing Ceremony for the newly constructed Transient Quarters 2 on December 22, 2023, at Colonel Jesus Villamor Air Base, Pasay City.

In celebration of the 88th Founding Anniversary of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, the Philippine Air Force held a Simultaneous Interfaith Prayer Service and Thanksgiving Mass at the New Grandstand CJVAB in Pasay City on December 21, 2023 led by the Commanding General of the Philippine Air Force, LTGEN STEPHEN P PARREÑO PAF. 

The Vice Commander, MGEN RAMON J GUIANG PAF, the Chief of Air Staff, MGEN FABIAN M PEDREGOSA PAF, alongside other commanders, officers, enlisted personnel, and civilian human resources participated in the said activity. 

The Commanding General of the Philippine Air Force, LTGEN STEPHEN P PARREÑO PAF, personally visited the dedicated airmen stationed at Pag-asa Island on December 18, 2023.

The Commanding General of the Philippine Air Force, LTGEN STEPHEN P PARREÑO PAF, spent a special pre-Christmas fellowship day with the PAF personnel receiving treatment and those stationed at the Victoriano Luna Medical Center (VLMC) in Quezon City, on December 15, 2023.

On December 14, 2023, LTGEN ARTHUR M CORDURA PAF, Vice Commander of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and head of General Security of Military Information Agreement (GSOMIA) and Collaborative Execution Plan (CEP) Documentation, visited Headquarters, Philippine Air Force (HPAF) at Colonel Jesus Villamor Air Base, Pasay City.

The visit highlighted a comprehensive Security Audit for the PAF, representing a significant stride in fortifying information security protocols and ensuring compliance with GSOMIA and CEP requirements.

Proud 141 members of the PAF Officer Candidate Course "BAGSIK-LAWIN" Class 2023 formally completed their training journey to become part of the Officer Corps of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) during the graduation ceremony at the AFP General Headquarters, Camp Aguinaldo, Quezon City on December 14, 2023.

Secretary Gilberto C. Teodoro Jr., of the Department of National Defense, as guest of honor, commended the graduates for their dedication, and highlighted their vital role in safeguarding the nation's sovereignty. 

On December 14, 2023, the Vice Commander, Philippine Air Force, MGEN RAMON J GUIANG PAF, welcomed two Australian Defense Attaches at the PAF Headquarters in Pasay City.

The outgoing Defense Attaché of Australia to the Philippines, COL PAUL BARTA CSC, rendered his exit call, while the incoming Defense Attaché of Australia to the Philippines, CPT EMMA E MCDONALD-KERR RAN, rendered an entrance call.

LTGEN STEPHEN P PARREÑO PAF, the Commanding General of the Philippine Air Force, strengthened bonds and fostered camaraderie among Air Force personnel assigned at the AFP General Headquarters, Camp Aguinaldo, Quezon City, during his pre-Christmas visit on December 14, 2023.

The Commanding General, Philippine Air Force, LTGEN STEPHEN P PARREÑO PAF, visited Edwin Andrews Air Base (EAAB) in Zamboanga on December 11, 2023, to uplift the morale among PAF personnel as the holiday season approaches.

In his message, CG, PAF extended his gratitude and appreciation for the dedication of PAF personnel stationed at EAAB, reminding them of the importance of their service and inspiring them to continue serving the nation with excellence.

 

A new batch of 50 Philippine Air Force Officers began the five-day Leadership in Project Management for Development (LPMD) Program at the