BERAKAS GARRISON, Saturday, 11 January 2025 –
The Royal Brunei Air Force (RBAirF) hosted a Regimental Dinner at the Officers' Mess, Berakas Garrison, in honour of Brigadier General (U) Dato Seri Pahlawan Mohammad Sharif bin Dato Paduka Haji Ibrahim, former RBAir Commander, and his spouse, Datin Noraidah binti Haji Ibrahim. The event was hosted by the newly appointed RBAirF Commander, Colonel (U) Haji Haszahaidi bin Haji Ahmad Daud, and his spouse, Hajah Rosnah binti Haji Matamit.
The evening began with a group photo session featuring senior officers and their spouses, followed by a regimental dinner reception. The event then proceeded with speeches from the newly appointed RBAirF Commander and the former RBAirF Commander.
In his address, Colonel (U) Haji Haszahaidi congratulated Brigadier General (U) Dato Seri Pahlawan Mohammad Sharif, expressing appreciation for his exceptional leadership and contributions throughout his tenure while highlighting his distinguished military career, achievements and key appointments that shaped his leadership and strengthened the RBAirF. Under his command, the RBAirF achieved significant milestones, including the commissioning of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), the introduction to service for two of the four newly acquired C295MW aircraft and the procurement of the new H145 helicopter fleet. He further thanked Dato for his dedication and commitment in strengthening the operational capabilities of the RBAirF.
In his farewell address, Brigadier General (U) Dato Seri Pahlawan Mohammad Sharif expressed profound gratitude for the unwavering support, cooperation and camaraderie he experienced during his four-year tenure as RBAirF Commander, attributing his success to the principle of “Always do your best." He reflected on his remarkable journey, which took him to 26 countries, multiple professional courses and major airshows, shaping him into the officer he is today. He witnessed numerous projects come to fruition, from initial tenders to contract signings and from contract signings to the arrival of new assets, as well as the construction of new infrastructure. He also expressed deep appreciation for the men and women of RBAirF, emphasizing their professionalism, which allowed him to focus on one crucial aspect of leadership—“thinking." Finally, he reflected on the decisions made throughout his command, offering insights and advice to the officers present while encouraging them to continue striving for excellence, ensuring that RBAirF remains strong and future-ready.
The event also featured a heartfelt video tribute dedicated to the former RBAirF Commander, expressing gratitude for his dedicated service and contributions. The evening concluded with the presentation of gifts from the officers of RBAirF to the former RBAirF Commander and Datin, followed by a special performance by the RBAF Band. The performance was conducted by the former RBAirF Commander, Datin, and the newly appointed RBAirF Commander, along with the newly appointed Deputy RBAirF Commander and Commandant Training Group.
Also in attendance were RBAirF Senior Officers, Officers, and their spouses. The event served as a fitting tribute to Brigadier General (U) Dato Seri Pahlawan Mohammad Sharif bin Dato Paduka Haji Ibrahim, honouring his dedicated service, exceptional leadership and lasting contributions to the RBAirF.
TUDB MENGADAKAN MAKAN MALAM REJIMENTAL SEMPENA PERTUKARAN PERINTAH KOMANDER TUDB
BERAKAS GARRISON, Sabtu, 11 Januari 2025 – Tentera Udara Diraja Brunei (TUDB) telah menganjurkan Majlis Makan Malam Beradat di Mes Pegawai, Berakas Garison, bagi menghormati Brigedier Jeneral (U) Dato Seri Pahlawan Mohammad Sharif bin Dato Paduka Haji Ibrahim, mantan Pemerintah TUDB, dan isteri beliau, Datin Noraidah binti Haji Ibrahim. Majlis ini telah dihoskan oleh Pemerintah TUDB yang baharu, Kolonel (U) Haji Haszahaidi bin Haji Ahmad Daud, bersama isteri beliau, Hajah Rosnah binti Haji Matamit.
Majlis dimulakan dengan sesi bergambar bersama pegawai-pegawai kanan serta pasangan masing-masing, diikuti dengan jamuan makan malam beradat. Majlis kemudian diteruskan dengan ucapan daripada Pemerintah TUDB yang baharu dan mantan Pemerintah TUDB.
Dalam ucapannya, Kolonel (U) Haji Haszahaidi mengucapkan tahniah kepada Brigedier Jeneral (U) Dato Seri Pahlawan Mohammad Sharif, serta menyampaikan penghargaan atas kepimpinan cemerlang dan sumbangan beliau sepanjang tempoh perkhidmatannya, menunjukkan kerjaya ketenteraan yang cemerlang serta jawatan penting yang telah membentuk kepimpinan beliau dan memperkukuhkan TUDB. Di bawah kepimpinan beliau, TUDB mencapai pencapaian penting, termasuk pengenalan baru sistem
Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS),
Introduction to Service bagi dua daripada empat pesawat C295MW yang baharu diperolehi, serta perolehan helikopter H145 baharu, yang dijadualkan untuk diterima pada tahun 2026. Beliau turut merakamkan penghargaan kepada Dato atas dedikasi dan komitmen beliau dalam memperkukuhkan keupayaan operasi TUDB.
Dalam ucapan perpisahannya, Brigedier Jeneral (U) Dato Seri Pahlawan Mohammad Sharif menyampaikan penghargaan yang mendalam atas sokongan, kerjasama dan semangat berpasukan yang diterimanya sepanjang empat tahun beliau sebagai Pemerintah TUDB, serta mengaitkan kejayaannya dengan prinsip “Always do your best." Beliau berkongsi refleksi peribadi perjalanan kariernya, yang telah membawanya ke 26 buah negara, pelbagai kursus profesional serta beberapa undangan ke
Air Shows, yang membentuk beliau menjadi pemimpin pada hari ini. Beliau turut menyampaikan penghargaan yang mendalam kepada warga TUDB, menekankan profesionalisme mereka, yang membolehkannya menumpukan pada satu aspek penting dalam kepimpinan—“berfikir/thinking." Akhir sekali, beliau mengimbas kembali keputusan yang telah dibuat sepanjang tempoh perkhidmatannya sebagai pemerintah, sambil memberikan pandangan dan nasihat kepada pegawai yang hadir serta menggalakkan mereka untuk terus berusaha mencapai kecemerlangan, memastikan TUDB kekal kukuh dan bersedia menghadapi masa depan.
Majlis turut memaparkan video penghargaan khas yang didedikasikan kepada mantan Pemerintah TUDB, sebagai tanda penghargaan atas khidmat bakti dan sumbangan beliau. Majlis diakhiri dengan penyampaian cenderahati daripada pegawai-pegawai TUDB kepada mantan Pemerintah TUDB dan Datin, diikuti dengan persembahan khas oleh Pancaragam ABDB. Persembahan tersebut dipimpin oleh mantan Pemerintah TUDB, Datin, Pemerintah TUDB yang baharu, diikuti oleh Timbalan Pemerintah TUDB yang baharu dan Komandan Kumpulan Latihan.
Turut hadir ialah pegawai-pegawai kanan TUDB, pegawai-pegawai, serta pasangan masing-masing. Majlis ini merupakan satu penghormatan yang bermakna kepada Brigedier Jeneral (U) Dato Seri Pahlawan Mohammad Sharif bin Dato Paduka Haji Ibrahim, menghargai khidmat bakti, kepimpinan luar biasa dan sumbangan berkekalan beliau kepada TUDB.
