Activities
★ AIR COMBAT COMMAND JOINS EARTH HOUR 2024
IN PHOTOS | The Air Combat Command, in collaboration with the City Government of Zamboanga, participated in "Earth Hour 2024," an event hosted by the Department of Energy Philippines and the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF). The activity took place on March 23, 2024, at 18:30 at Paseo del Mar, Zamboanga City, and was attended by various government and private sectors. Earth Hour is a symbolic gesture that involves switching off lights for an hour to emphasize the importance of environmental preservation. Since 2007, this global movement has inspired millions of individuals and communities…Read more
★ AXEL CUP PROCEEDS PROVIDE SUPPORT FOR PEDIATRIC CANCER PATIENTS
IN PHOTOS | Just recently, the Philippine Air Force held the 4-day Axel Cup Shoot for a Cause at Villamor Air Base, Pasay City, where both uniformed personnel and civilians participated as shooters. With the support of participants from the AXEL CUP, on March 21, 2024, the Commanding General of the Philippine Air Force, LtGen Stephen P Parreño PAF, accompanied by his wife, Mrs. Agnes Parreño, formally turned over the newly renovated two-storey Bahay Aruga quarters to Mr. Josefino Bonilla, President of Bahay Aruga Incorporated. The CGPAF also handed over several bed frames, foam mattresses,…Read more
★ ACC JOINS PAF-WIDE SIMULTANEOUS LENTEN RECOLLECTION 2024
IN PHOTOS | The men and women of Air Combat Command, led by the Commander, Air Combat Command MGEN ARAUS ROBERT F MUSICO PAF, joined the Annual PAF Wide Simultaneous Lenten Recollection at the Multi-Purpose Hall, Edwin Andrews Air Base, Zamboanga City, on 26 March 2024 with the theme: “A Journey Towards Transformation: Embracing the Grace of Renewal”. The Recollection was spearheaded by the Base Chaplain MAJ JOSEPH JIM M CAMARGO (CHS), and REV. FR. MARK IVAN I MORJARDIN was invited as the recollection speaker. The activity was also attended by enlisted personnel, officers, and…Read more
★ PAF PERSONNEL UNITE IN LENTEN RECOLLECTION
IN PHOTOS | The Philippine Air Force (PAF) united in faith as personnel across all PAF bases observed the Simultaneous Lenten Recollection officiated by Reverend Monsignor Pedro Gerardo Santos on March 26, 2024. This event served as a platform for reflection and spiritual renewal, enriching the personnel's spiritual journey during the holy season of Lent. This Lenten Recollection provides not only moments of reflection but also serves as a powerful reminder of our shared values and the importance of integrity in service to the nation. Moreover, the recollection plays an important role in ensuring that…Read more
★ FLAG RAISING CEREMONY OF THE MONTH
IN PHOTOS | The men and women of Air Combat Command participated in the Flag Raising Ceremony on April 8, 2024, at Edwin Andrews Air Base, Zamboanga City. MGEN ARAUS ROBERT F MUSICO PAF, Commander, ACC conveyed the message of the Commanding General, Philippine Air Force, LTGEN STEPHEN P PARREÑO PAF, which emphasized the symbolism of our national flag to commemorate Veterans' Week and the Day of Valor. Likewise, the CG, PAF, recognized the excellent achievements of several PAF Officers and Enlisted Personnel during the said activity. “Let me emphasize: we will not yield. And…Read more
★ 82nd COMMEMORATION OF ARAW NG KAGITINGAN
IN PHOTOS | The Air Combat Command, led by the Commander, ACC MGEN ARAUS ROBERT F MUSICO PAF, participated in the 82nd Araw ng Kagitingan commemoration on April 9, 2024. The theme for this year was “Pagpaparangal sa Kagitingan ng mga Beterano: Saligan para sa Nagkakaisang Pilipino”. The event took place at the Freedom Fighters Memorial Shrine in Zamboanga City and was also attended by other PAF Units, Naval Forces Western Mindanao , Zamboanga City Police Office , and Coast Guard District Southwestern Mindanao . During the ceremony, a Wreath-Laying Ceremony was held, and a…Read more
★ EAAB CELEBRATES EID AL-FITR
IN PHOTOS | The Commander, Air Combat Command, MGEN ARAUS ROBERT F MUSICO PAF, joins our Muslim brothers and sisters in the celebration of Eid al-Fitr on April 10, 2024, at the Edwin Andrews Air Base Multi-Purpose Hall, Zamboanga City. The event was organized by the 530TH Air Base Group and was attended by the Muslim community and the council of commanders of different EAAB Units. Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan — the holiest month in the Islamic calendar when Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset, abstaining from food and drink. Every day…Read more
★ AIR COMBAT COMMAND JOINS THE DWARF COCONUT TREE PLANTING ACTIVITY
IN PHOTOS | The Air Combat Command, headed by MGEN ARAUS ROBERT F MUSIC PAF, Commander ACC, joined the tree planting activity at a vacant lot in Block 7, Airman’s Village, Edwin Andrews Air Base, Zamboanga City. The event was organized by the 530TH Air Base Group and was attended by all officers and personnel from different EAAB units, who planted coconut saplings led by the EAAB Council of Commanders. With the worsening effects of the El Niño phenomenon, these trees could contribute not only within the base but also to the planet as a…Read more
