Building a credible air defense

RONALD S. GOSECO

I recently attended a briefing for the Strategic Readiness Test scheduled to be conducted by the Institute of Solidarity in Asia (ISA) for the Philippine Air Force (PAF). This is in line with the pursuit of the PAF for the institutionalization of a Performance Governance System. The PAF adopted the ISA framework as a pathway, to build a credible transformation plan to improve air power capabilities. These capabilities will be built within a system that instills integrity and transparency. The strategic plans of the PAF are written in the PAF Flight Plan 2028. It is a multi-dimensional, systematic plan created as a long term development strategy anchored on good governance initiatives and performance excellence. The agenda intends to address gaps in capability, equipment, training, bases, human resource, doctrines, support systems and organizational development.