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.
Meanwhile, with utmost trust, LTGEN STEPHEN P PARREÑO PAF, Commanding General of the Philippine Air Force, challenged these new officers to be the pillars of the PAF’s unwavering resilience.
Also, present during the graduation rites were the Chief of Staff, AFP, LTGEN ROMEO S BRAWNER JR PA and the Commander, Air Education, Training and Doctrine Command, MGEN ARISTOTLE D GONZALEZ PAF.
The graduation of these officers adds up to the PAF’s pool of capable leaders who will see the country through a safer and more secure future.
Congratulations to the newly commissioned Second Lieutenants! LTgEN Parreño declared after welcoming the newly minted wing officers.