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RIMBA AIR FORCE BASE, Thursday, 09 January 2025 - In commemoration of the Royal Brunei Air Force (RBAirF) Change of Command ceremony, a Tree Planting and Road Naming event was held at Rimba Air Force Base for Brigadier General (U) Dato Seri Pahlawan Mohammad Sharif bin Dato Paduka Haji Ibrahim, the outgoing Commander of the RBAirF, attended by RBAirF Board of Executive Members.

Published Date: 1/9/2025
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RIMBA AIR FORCE BASE, Thursday, 09 January 2025 – The Royal Brunei Air Force (RBAirF) conducted a Change of Command Ceremony for the Deputy Commander of the RBAirF at Dewan Punai, Rimba Air Force Base. The ceremony marked the official handover of duties from Colonel (U) Hj Haszahaidi bin Hj Ahmad Daud to Colonel (U) Hismawadi bin Hj Md Said which will be in effect on 10 January 2025.

Published Date: 1/9/2025
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RIMBA AIR FORCE BASE, Tuesday, 07 January 2025 - The Royal Brunei Air Force (RBAirF) conducted a farewell regimental run with Commander RBAirF at Rimba Air Force Base.

Published Date: 1/7/2025
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BERAKAS GARRISON, Monday, 06 January 2025 - No. 2 Wing, Operations Group, Royal Brunei Air Force (RBAirF), marked its 26th Anniversary at 238 Squadron, No. 2 Wing, Berakas Garrison with a two-day programme comprising a Thanksgiving Ceremony and a Parade Ceremony, held on 3rd and 6th January 2025, respectively.

Published Date: 1/6/2025
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RIMBA AIR FORCE BASE, Monday, 06 January 2025 – The Commander of the Royal Brunei Air Force (RBAirF), Brigadier General (U) Dato Seri Pahlawan Mohammad Sharif bin Dato Paduka Haji Ibrahim, conducted his farewell visit to units of the RBAirF at Rimba Air Force Base.

Published Date: 1/6/2025
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RIMBA AIRBASE, Sunday, 22 December 2024 – The Royal Brunei Air Force (RBAirF) had the honour of organising a Cycling Expedition in conjunction with the 63rd Anniversary of the Royal Brunei Armed Forces (RBAF). The expedition was originally planned for a distance of 31.5 kilometers to commemorate the significant date of 31st May. However, due to the unfavourable weather conditions, the route was adapted to a 5 kilometers within the Rimba Air Force Base. Despite these changes, the event successfully achieved its objectives of fostering strong bonds among personnel and promoting a culture of physical fitness and mental wellness.

Published Date: 12/22/2024
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SEVILLE, FRIDAY, 20 DECEMBER 2024 - Four Royal Brunei Air Force (RBAirF) pilots have completed their Initial Simulator Training for the C295MW aircraft, held at the International Training Centre, Airbus Defence and Space, Seville, Spain from 10 December 2024 to 20 December 2024.

Published Date: 12/20/2024
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Penanjong Garrison, Friday, 20 December 2024 – A total of ten (10) Royal Brunei Air Force (RBAirF) male recruits of the 175th intake and four (04) female recruits of the 59th intake have concluded their basic military training with a Passing Out Parade Ceremony held at the parade square of Training Institute Royal Brunei Armed Forces at Penanjong Garrison.

Published Date: 12/20/2024
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Rimba Air Force Base, Monday, 16 December 2024 – Brigadier General Brian S. Laidlaw, the Director of Strategy, Plans, Programs, and Requirements at Headquarters Pacific Air Forces (PACAF), visited the Royal Brunei Air Force (RBAirF) at Rimba Air Force Base as part of his visit to Brunei Darussalam.

Published Date: 12/16/2024
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RIMBA AIR FORCE BASE, Monday, 16 December 2024 – The Royal Brunei Air Force (RBAirF) Training Group held a Welcoming Parade to honour the appointment of the first Commandant of RBAirF Training Group, Lieutenant Colonel (U) Pengiran Haji Mohamed Khairul Arifin bin Pengiran Haji Mohamad Salleh as. This significant event marks a key milestone since the Training Group's establishment on 24 June 2024. The ceremony was held at the Bachelors Barrack Parade Square, Rimba Air Force Base.

Published Date: 12/16/2024
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Royal Air Force (RAF) Cosford, the United Kingdom, 13 December 2024 – Lieutenant (U) Mohd Amirul Ariff bin Haji Awang Mohd Manan from No. 5 Wing, Royal Brunei Air Force (RBAirF), has successfully completed the Aerosystems Specialist Engineer Training (ASET) Course 21 and Air System Managers Training (ASMT) Course 20, at Royal Air Force (RAF) Cosford in the United Kingdom.

Published Date: 12/13/2024
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RIMBA AIR BASE, RIMBA, Friday, 13 December 2024 – A total of sixteen personnel from the Royal Brunei Air Force (RBAirF) successfully completed the Class 3 Driving License Course conducted at the Military Transport Complex, Rimba Air Force Base. The course took place from 15 November 2024 to 13 December 2024.

Published Date: 12/13/2024
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RIMBA AIR FORCE BASE, Friday, 13 December 2024 – No. 5 Wing, Support Group, Royal Brunei Air Force (RBAirF), held a Wing Commander Handover Takeover Ceremony to mark the transfer of command between Lieutenant Colonel (U) Pengiran Haji Mohamed Khairul Arifin bin Pengiran Haji Mohamad Salleh and Major (U) Arif Syazwi bin Haji Md Idris at Hangar B, Rimba Air Force Base.

Published Date: 12/13/2024
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RIMBA AIR FORCE BASE, Wednesday, 11 December 2024 - The Royal Brunei Air Force (RBAirF) received an educational visit from Dewan Bahasa & Pustaka Library students and teachers along with Politeknik Brunei Military Cadets at Rimba Air Force Base.

Published Date: 12/11/2024
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RIMBA AIR FORCE BASE, Tuesday, 10 December 2024 – Brigadier General (U) Dato Seri Pahlawan Mohammad Sharif bin Dato Paduka Haji Ibrahim, Commander of the Royal Brunei Air Force (RBAirF), received a Farewell Call via Video Teleconference from the outgoing Commanding General, Philippine Air Force, Lieutenant General Stephen P. Parreño.

Published Date: 12/10/2024
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RIMBA AIR FORCE BASE, Tuesday, 10 December 2024 – Brigadier General (U) Dato Seri Pahlawan Mohammad Sharif bin Dato Paduka Haji Ibrahim, the Commander of the Royal Brunei Air Force (RBAirF), received an Introductory Call via Video Teleconference from Air Marshal Stephen Chappell, the Chief of Air Force of the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF). Also present during the call was Lieutenant Colonel Paul Sanderson, Defence Adviser of Australia to Brunei Darussalam.

Published Date: 12/10/2024
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RIMBA AIR FORCE BASE, Tuesday 10 December 2024 – A delegation from the Program Sivik Negara Brunei Darussalam for the 2024/2025 session organised by Information Department of the Prime Minister's Office conducted a visit to the Royal Brunei Air Force (RBAirF). The delegation of 46 participants was led by Acting Director of Information, Dayang Sastra Sarini binti Haji Julaini.

Published Date: 12/10/2024
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RIMBA AIR FORCE BASE, Monday, 9 December 2024 – The Royal Brunei Air Force (RBAirF) hosted an educational visit for 33 students and teachers from Sekolah Rendah Sungai Siamas at Rimba Air Force Base. The visit aimed to provide an engaging and informative experience, enhancing the students' understanding of the RBAirF's operations and capabilities.

Published Date: 12/9/2024
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RIMBA AIR FORCE BASE, Wednesday, 6 December 2024 – Brigadier General (U) Dato Seri Pahlawan Mohammad Sharif bin Dato Paduka Haji Ibrahim, Commander of the Royal Brunei Air Force (RBAirF), received a courtesy call from Brigadier General Sarah Russ, Director of Strategic Planning and Policy, U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, at Rimba Air Force Base.

Published Date: 12/6/2024
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RIMBA AIR FORCE BASE, Thursday, 5 December 2024 – The Royal Brunei Air Force (RBAirF) welcomed 48 visitors, comprising children and their supervisors, from the Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) and the Royal Brunei Armed Forces (RBAF). The visit was part of the Syababul Watan program organised by the RBAF Religious Directorate (JAMA'AT) in conjunction with the 2024 End-of-Term School Holidays.​

Published Date: 12/5/2024
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WELLINGTON, NEW ZEALAND, Wednesday, 4 December 2024 – Major (U) Emad Hamdi bin Haji Sawal has successfully graduated from the Advanced Command and Staff Course (Joint) Number 65 (ACSC(J) 65) at the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) Command and Staff College. This course, the highest level of formal military education in the NZDF, is designed to prepare officers for senior command and staff appointments.

Published Date: 12/4/2024
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RIMBA AIR FORCE BASE, Monday, 2 December 2024 – The Royal Brunei Air Force (RBAirF) participated virtually in the Global Air Force Climate Change Collaboration Operations Working Group event, held in conjunction with the Military Airlift and Air-to-Air Refuelling Conference in Madrid, Spain. Hosted by the Department of the Air Force Operational Energy of the United States Air Force, the event focused on the theme, “Advanced Aerodynamic Technologies and Scheduling Optimization". The working group featured presentations from intergovernmental agencies, government bodies, academics, and industry representatives, discussing challenges and initiatives to enhance efficiency and sustainability in air force operations.

Published Date: 12/2/2024
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PENANJONG GARRISON, Friday, 29 November 2024 – Five Royal Brunei Air Force (RBAirF) personnel completed the eight-week Company/Squadron Sergeant Major Course (CSM/SSM) 01/2024 held from 3 October to 29 November 2024.

Published Date: 11/29/2024
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Supadio Air Force Base, Republic of Indonesia, Friday, 29 November 2024 - The Royal Brunei Air Force (RBAirF) and Indonesian Air Force (IDAF) have successfully concluded the 10th iteration of Exercise LATMA ELANG BRUNESIA, a five-day exercise held from 25 to 29 November 2024. Bringing together personnel from both Air Forces, the exercise demonstrated their shared commitment to readiness, coordination, and operational excellence.

Published Date: 11/29/2024
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SINGAPORE, Friday, 29 November 2024 – A total of 13 Royal Brunei Air Force (RBAirF) aircrew underwent Aviation Physiology Training (APT) at the Changi Aeromedical Centre, Republic of Singapore, from 24 to 30 November 2024.

Published Date: 11/29/2024
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TANAH JAMBU, Friday, 29 November 2024 – A total of 29 children of Royal Brunei Air Force (RBAirF) personnel were recognised for their outstanding academic achievements during the Excellence and Appreciation Awards Ceremony at the Auditorium Hall, Defence academy Royal Brunei Armed Forces (DA RBAF).

Published Date: 11/29/2024
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Clark Air Base, Thursday, 28 November 2024 – The Royal Brunei Air Force (RBAirF) and the Philippine Air Force (PAF) further strengthened their ties through a recent Subject Matter Expert Exchange (SMEE) hosted by PAF at Clark Air Base in Pampanga, Republic of the Philippines. The four-day programme served as a valuable platform for sharing experiences and discussing best practices in Search and Rescue (SAR) and Humanitarian Aid Disaster Response (HADR) operations.

Published Date: 11/28/2024
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TANAH JAMBU, Thursday, 28 October 2024 –A total of 12 officers from the Royal Brunei Air Force (RBAirF) completed the 24th Royal Brunei Armed Forces (RBAF) Intermediate Staff Course (ISC), hosted by the Leadership and Management Centre (LMC) at the Defence Academy Royal Brunei Armed Forces (DA RBAF).

Published Date: 11/28/2024
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BOLKIAH GARRISON, Thursday, 28 November 2024 - The Royal Brunei Air Force (RBAirF) A6 team participated in the Cyber Defence Exercise 2024 (CDEX 2024) organised by the Cyber Defence Unit (CDU), Joint Force Headquarters Royal Brunei Armed Forces (JFHQ RBAF) at the Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Institute of Defence and Strategic Studies (SHHIBIDSS) from 26 to 28 November 2024

Published Date: 11/28/2024
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PENANJONG CAMP, Thursday, 28 November 2024 – 06 personnel from the Royal Brunei Air Force (RBAirF) successfully completed the Basic Logistics Course Series 3/2024, with the closing ceremony held by the Logistics Training Wing, School of Military Trade, at the Training Institute of the Royal Brunei Armed Forces. The course, which commenced on 25 October 2024, concluded on 29 November 2024.

Published Date: 11/28/2024
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