The multi-role fighters (MRFs) that would be procured by the Department of National Defense (DND) for the Philippine Air Force (PAF) should be equipped with the Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) capability, Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. said. The PAF, which celebrated its 78th...
Vice President Sara Duterte hailed the Philippine Air Force (PAF) as it celebrated its 78th founding anniversary, citing how its longevity symbolized the its dedication and commitment to protecting the country’s airspace. “Nakikiisa ako sa inyong pagdiriwang ng araw na ito na sumisimbulo sa...
President Marcos has urged the Philippine Air Force to continue being a swift and responsive force, saying they owe it to the people. In gracing the 78th founding anniversary of the Air Force on Tuesday, July 1, Marcos reaffirmed his administration 's mission to improve the Air Force, and...
The Philippine Air Force (PAF) will commemorate its 78th founding anniversary on July 1, featuring a live capability demonstration which is expected to be attended by President Marcos Jr. PAF Commanding General, Lt. Gen. Arthur Cordura said the theme for this year’s celebration is “Focus PAF...
A special criminal court martial has been officially convened by the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) to hear the case of a Philippine Air Force (PAF) major general who is accused of rape by his two junior officers, military officials confirmed Tuesday, June 17. AFP Chief, General Romeo...
Four months after an alleged rape incident involving a Philippine Air Force (PAF) major general, the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) has yet to convene a general court martial (GCM) to determine the guilt of the ranking official, but a military spokesperson explained that it was because due...
The Office of Civil Defense (OCD) and Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) transported thousands of relief packages to victims of severe flooding in Maguindanao del Sur on Sunday, May 25. OCD Administrator Usec. Ariel Nepomuceno and PCSO General Manager Mel Robles supervised the loading of...
(Courtesy of Lockheed Martin) American aircraft manufacturer Lockheed Martin said it is ready to support the multi-role fighter (MRF) acquisition program of the Philippine Air Force (PAF) through its F-16 Block 70 aircraft. In a statement, Ms. Aimee Burnett, vice president of Lockheed Martin F-16...
The United States Air Force Band of the Pacific performs at the Department of Social Welfare and Development’s Regional Rehabilitation Center for Youth in Pampanga. (Photo: US Embassy) The United States Air Force (USAF) Band of the Pacific held a series of musical performances including a live...
AFP Chief, General Romeo Brawner Jr. (Courtesy of AFP-PAO) The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) said Monday, April 14, that it was aiming to expedite the procurement of multi-role fighter aircraft for the Philippine Air Force (PAF) to boost the military’s aerial defense capabilities....
Defense Sec. Gilberto Teodoro Jr. (middle) poses with members of the Philippine Inter-Agency Humanitarian Contingent (PIAHC), as they arrived at Villamor Air Base in Pasay City, April 13, 2025 after a two-week humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR) mission in earthquake-hit Myanmar....
Personnel of the Philippine Air Force (PAF) and United States Pacific Air Forces (US PACAF) pose for a snap during the kick-off ceremony for Cope Thunder Philippines 2025 at Clark Air Base in Mabalacat City, Pampanga on April 7, 2025. (Photo: PAF) Nearly 1,000 military personnel from the Philippine...
