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31/12/2025

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31/12/2025

10/10/2025

The Doshin-Bayanihan 2025 Bilateral Exercise between the Japan Air Self Defense Force and the Philippine Air Force
7-11 October 2025

The Philippines and Japan kicked off their first activity on Tuesday since the military access pact signed by both countries entered into force last month.

The inaugural activity, the "Doshin-Bayanihan 5-25," is a combined training exercise between the Philippine Air Force and Japan Air Self-Defense Force.

The Reciprocal Access Agreement (RAA) between the Philippines and Japan opens the road to greater military cooperation between the two nations and underscores the RAA’s pivotal role in facilitating enhanced bilateral defense collaboration, ensuring interoperability, and advancing both countries’ shared commitment to regional resilience, security, and stability.

Coinciding with the joint training, the Japanese government also extended humanitarian assistance to communities in Cebu affected by the powerful Sept. 30 earthquake.

Both air forces are using C-130 transport aircrafts to carry out airlift and mobility operations that replicate real disaster scenarios while also providing actual relief aid to local residents.

Ages is honored to have provided ground handling services to the Japan Air Self-Defense Force during their arrival and departure for the bilateral exercises in Cebu. Services included daily meals for the JASDF crew allowing the delegation to focus on the exercises while Ages takes care of the rest.

29/08/2025

US Senators visits the Philippines
27-29 August 2025

United States of America Senators Roger Wicker and Deb Fischer, along with the US Senate Armed Services Committee Congressional Delegation had a courtesy call with Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. last Thursday at the Malacañang Palace.

The meeting underscored the enduring alliance between the Philippines and the United States, its sole treaty partner. Discussions focused on strengthening mutual defense capabilities and promoting peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

is honored to have been of service to the US Senators who arrived aboard a C-40, which is based on the commercial Boeing 737-700 business jet. At the end of the visit, the operating crew of BOXER 44 had expressed appreciation to the Ages team and said: “This was a great experience, very efficient, we want to do it again with you.“

We look forward to being of service again to the men and women of the 201 Airlift Squadron and until then, we wish you fair winds and safe travels.

20/08/2025

Lieutenant General John P Healy, Chief of Air Force Reserve and Commander of the United States Air Force Reserve Command (USAFRC) visits Manila
16-20 August 2025

Chief of Air Force Reserve and Commander of the United States Air Force Reserve Command (USAFRC), Lt. Gen. John P Healy, paid a Courtesy Call on Lt. Gen. Arthur M Cordura PAF, Commanding General of the Philippine Air Force (PAF), on August 18, 2025, at the PAF Headquarters in the Col. Jesus Villamor Air Base, Pasay City.

During the call, LtGen Cordura expressed gratitude to the US for its support towards PAF modernization, while LtGen Healy reaffirmed the USAF’s commitment to building a stronger reserve force and advancing regional peace and security. Discussion also focused on strengthening PAF–USAF cooperation in reserve force development, specialized training, interoperability programs, and future initiatives to enhance joint readiness.

is honored to have been of service to the Chief of Air Force Reserve and Commander of the United States Air Force Reserve Command (USAFRC) who arrived in the Philippines aboard a McDonnell Douglas/Boeing C-17 Globemaster III which is a large military transport aircraft.

03/08/2025

Ja Morant visits the Philippines
31 July - 1 August 2025

NBA Star and Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant relished his first-ever visit to the Philippines, showing love to the local basketball community through fan service, dance moves, and electrifying dunks on Friday at the Courtyard.

Promoting his third Nike signature tour with Manila as the final stop of his Make Them Watch tour series, Morant may have had no media availability, but there was no shortage of entertainment for the fans who got to witness his swag on and off the court.

is honored to be again of service to Nike and even more honored to welcome back Capt. Rex Finley, who, back in the early 2000s was a regular client of Ages when he used to fly for the US Army Air Detachment. It is nice to see old friends and welcome them back to our shores.

03/08/2025

United States Air Force Secretary of Dr. Troy E. Meink underscores security partnership with the Philippines
29-30 July 2025

The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) reinforced its formidable ties with the United States through high-level engagements aimed at strengthening regional cooperation, military modernization, and interoperability.

AFP Chief General Romeo Brawner Jr. hosted US Secretary of the Air Force Dr. Troy E. Meink during a courtesy visit at Camp Aguinaldo in Quezon City on Tuesday, July 29.

A separate meeting was also held at the Philippine Air Force (PAF) headquarters at the Villamor Air Base in Pasay City between Meink and PAF Commanding General, Lt. Gen. Arthur M. Cordura, which further solidified the two nations’ air defense cooperation.

is honored to have been of service to the United States Secretary of the Air Force who arrived in Manila aboard a C-37. The C-37 is a military designation for two different Gulfstream business jet models used by the US Air Force.

13/07/2025

Adm. Steve Koehler, Commander of the U.S. Pacific Fleet visits Manila
9-11 July 2025

U.S. Pacific Fleet Commander, Adm. Steve Koehler, traveled to the Republic of the Philippines alongside Fleet Master Chief Don Davis, last July 9 to 11, 2025 to reaffirm the steadfast and enduring U.S. and Philippine alliance that is critical toward advancing the two countries’ shared interests, signaling unwavering resolve, and aligning efforts to preserve regional stability.

During his visit to the Philippines, Koehler met with officials of the Senior Armed Forces of the Philippines as well as U.S. officials to discuss shared security concerns, including maritime security and humanitarian assistance/disaster response.

is honored to be of service again to the US Pacific Fleet Commander who arrived aboard a C-37- Gulfstream V.

10/07/2025

Lt. Gen. James Glynn, Commander of the U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific visits Manila for the Pacific Amphibious Leaders Symposium
8-10 July 2025

The U.S. Marine Corps Forces Pacific Commander and the Commandant of the Philippine Marine Corps will co-host the 11th Annual Pacific Amphibious Leaders Symposium (PALS) in Manila, from July 8 to 10, 2025.

PALS 25 brings together senior Marine Corps, naval infantry, and military leaders from allied and partner nations in the Indo-Pacific. The event is an important opportunity to enhance personal and professional relationships amongst the region’s amphibious and maritime community through face-to-face engagements.

is honored to be selected as the ground handler of choice by the USMC who operated a Gulfstream IV for this important symposium.

Original text on PALS from www.pacom.mil/Media

09/06/2025

United States Air Force General Randal Reed makes inaugural visits the Philippines
June 4-5, 2025

American Air Force Gen. Randall Reed, commander of U.S. Transportation Command, made his inaugural visit to the Philippines as part of a multi-week trip to the Indo-Pacific region last June 5, 2025.

During his visit, Reed met with Lt. Gen. Jimmy D. Larida, deputy chief of staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, and U.S. Ambassador MaryKay Carlson to discuss the countries’ enduring bilateral military relationship, increasing logistics cooperation, and the importance in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific.

Gen. Reed arrived in MNL/RPLL aboard a
C-40 C. The C-40 is based upon the commercial Boeing 737-700 business jet. The body of the C-40 is identical to that of the Boeing 737-700, but has winglets.

is honored to have been of service to U.S. Transportation Command.

07/06/2025

United States Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard visits the Philippines
June 1 to 4, 2025

MANILA, Philippines—U.S. Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard arrives in Manila after attending the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore. She was received by President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. at Malacañang Palace on Monday, June 2, 2025, for a courtesy visit that reaffirmed strong ties between the Philippines and the United States.

Gabbard became the first Samoan American and Hindu American member of U.S. Congress. During her tenure in Congress, she served on the House Armed Services Committee (HASC), where she introduced several bills related to veteran issues. Gabbard also served on House Foreign Affairs Committee.

AGES Aviation is honored and humbled to be of service to the U.S. Director who arrived aboard a McDonnell Douglas/Boeing C-17 Globemaster III, a large military transport aircraft developed for the United States Air Force. The C-17 is based upon the YC-15, a smaller prototype airlifter designed during the 1970s. It was designed to replace the Lockheed C-141 Starlifter, and also fulfill some of the duties of the Lockheed C-5 Galaxy.



(PPA pool photos by Yummie Dingding)

30/04/2025

Japan Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru visits the Philippines
29-30 April 2025

Japan's Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru arrived in the Philippines on the second leg of a Southeast Asian trip. He met with Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. and were expected to discuss China's increasing maritime assertiveness in the East and South China Seas as well as start talks toward an agreement regarding the provision of supplies and services between Japan's Self-Defense Forces and the Philippine Military. The pact is called the Acquisition and Cross-Servicing Agreement, or ACSA.

Ages is honored to have been of service to the Japan Prime Minster who assumed office last 1 October 2024. Prime Minster Ishiba arrived aboard The Japanese Air Force One JF001 to which was followed by JF002 Japanese Air Force Two which are the radio call signs of the two Boeing 777-300ER aircraft used by the government of Japan for overseas travel by the Prime Minister. Both aircrafts were parked on the prestigious and exclusive Balagbag “AGES” Ramp where both arrival and departure honors took place.