PNoy to grace 68th anniversary of Air Force in Clark

From the Philippine Information Agency (Jun 30): PNoy to grace 68th anniversary of Air Force in Clark

President Benigno Aquino III will grace Wednesday the 68th anniversary rites of Philippine Air Force (PAF) at the Haribon Hangar of Clark Air Base (CAB) in Pampanga.

Serving as the highlights of the event include a high-speed opener pass of S-211 jets, a figure of “68” formation pass of 11 T-41D and 11 SF-260FH/M, and exhibition of para-jumpers from the 505th Search and Rescue Group.

There will likewise be a conferment of awards to outstanding individuals and units, flyby of aircrafts of various types, and capability parade of ground equipment used for combat and disaster response.

The Commander-In-Chief is also expected to deliver a message.

PAF was founded on July 1, 1947- two years after the end of World War II.

It traces its lineage to the Philippine Army Air Corp, which was established in 1941.

This year’s celebration carries the theme “Matatag na Bagwis. Dangal ng Bayan. Lakas ng Sambayanan.”

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