8th ARCen, Cagayan de Oro

24/07/2026

13/07/2026

DID YOU KNOW?

On July 12, 2016, an international arbitral tribunal issued a landmark ruling that clarified maritime entitlements under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), affirming the Philippines' sovereign rights within its Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ).

Understanding our maritime rights helps strengthen awareness of the importance of international law and the peaceful protection of our maritime domain.

13/07/2026

As we mark the 10th Anniversary of the 2016 Arbitral Ruling, the Philippine Air Force reaffirms its unwavering commitment to safeguarding the nation's sovereignty, protecting its territorial integrity, and advancing the national interest.

This milestone serves as a reminder that every mission we undertake, every capability we enhance, and every partnership we cultivate strengthens our collective efforts to uphold a rules-based international order and ensure the security of the Filipino people.

13/07/2026

13/07/2026

The Philippine Air Force remains vigilant in safeguarding our skies and supporting the protection of our sovereign rights in the West Philippine Sea.

22/05/2026

AFP Ranks Among Top Trusted Government Institutions in Latest TNM Survey

The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) welcomes the results of the latest Tugon ng Masa (TNM) nationwide survey conducted by OCTA Research from March 19 to 25, 2026, which show that 72% of adult Filipinos trust the AFP, while 70% express satisfaction with its service performance.

The AFP noted that these results place the institution among the most trusted and best-performing government agencies in the country, reflecting sustained public confidence in its mandate and overall performance.

Conducted nationwide across the National Capital Region (NCR), Balance Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, the survey shows that the AFP’s trust and performance ratings have remained steady over the past three quarters. Regionally, the highest trust (75%) and satisfaction (73%) ratings for the AFP are recorded in the Visayas.

The AFP expressed its appreciation to the Filipino people for their continued confidence and support, emphasizing that public trust serves as a vital motivation for its personnel to further strengthen professionalism, accountability, and excellence in service as it fulfills its constitutional mandate.

28/04/2026

IN PHOTOS || The 8th Air Reserve Center, Air Force Reserve Command, in partnership with Junior Chamber International Bai Lawanen Incorporated and Rotaract Club of Carmen Valley, conducted a Peace and Development Forum through awareness on CTG recruitment and the West Philippine Sea “Mulat” campaign via Zoom VTC.

The activity aims to enhance public awareness on the deceptive recruitment strategies of Communist Terrorist Groups (CTG), strengthen understanding of national security concerns related to the West Philippine Sea, and promote peace, patriotism, and civic responsibility among participants. It further seeks to empower the youth and community members to become vigilant against misinformation and radicalization while fostering collaboration among partner organizations in support of peace and development initiatives.

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28/04/2026

IN PHOTOS || The 8th Air Reserve Center, Air Force Reserve Command, together with City College of Cagayan de Oro PAF-ROTC, CWTS, LTS, and the Agusan Barangay Council, conducted an environmental protection activity through a coastal clean-up at Zone 3, Barangay Agusan, Cagayan de Oro City.

The activity aims to clear coastal areas of accumulated waste and marine debris, promote environmental awareness among community members and student volunteers, and support the preservation of marine ecosystems. Additionally, the initiative seeks to strengthen collaboration between military reservists, educational institutions, and local government units in promoting environmental stewardship and maintaining cleanliness along the coastal community.

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27/04/2026

Watch | 8th Air Reserve Center Significant Activity for the month of April 2026.

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