Tactical Operations Group 4 - TOG 4

09/09/2026

PAF NEWS | TOWSOL HOLDS RELINQUISHMENT AND RETIREMENT CEREMONY
The Tactical Operations Wing Southern Luzon (TOWSOL) conducted a Relinquishment and Retirement Ceremony on September 8, 2026, at Camp Guillermo Nakar, Lucena City, Quezon, with Lieutenant General Arthur M Cordura PAF, Commanding General of the Philippine Air Force, as Guest of Honor. The ceremony formally marked the transition of leadership as the outgoing Wing Commander, Brigadier General Juliano C Llarenas PAF, relinquished his duties and responsibilities to Colonel Denis S Mangcoy PAF (MNSA), Deputy Wing Commander, who assumes the post as Acting Wing Commander of TOWSOL.
The ceremony also honored the retirement of Brigadier Llarenas, PMA "Tanglaw-Diwa" Class of 1992, after 34 years of military service. The occasion recognized his contributions to TOWSOL and the Philippine Air Force throughout his career.
In his message, LtGen Cordura commended BGen Llarenas for his service and contributions to the PAF, while welcoming Col Mangcoy as he assumes leadership of TOWSOL. He also called on the Wing’s personnel to remain focused on their duties and continue working together in support of the mission.The ceremony highlighted the importance of leadership continuity and a smooth transition of command as TOWSOL continues to carry out its mission in Southern Luzon.

26/08/2026

26/08/2026

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.
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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.

29/05/2026

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.