Efrain Noel Morota Aviation Photography

06/03/2026

Delta formation 💪

🔥✈️ FIGHTER FRIDAY | Delta Formation — FA-50PH Fighting Eagles 🇵🇭

In the skies, precision is everything. The FA-50PH Fighting Eagles of the 5th Fighter Wing demonstrate the iconic Delta Formation—a tight, disciplined arrangement that showcases trust, timing, and flawless coordination.

Every aircraft holds position within meters of each other, proving that elite formation flying is not just about skill, but about absolute confidence in the wingman.

Dito nasusubok ang tunay na husay at tiwala sa himpapawid. 🫡

Sharp. Synchronized. Spectacular.

This is airpower in perfect harmony. 🔥✈️🇵🇭

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20/02/2026

Welcome back to the Philippines, The Republic of Korea Air Force Aerobatic Team, Black Eagles 블랙이글스!

The team arrived at Clark International Airport late this afternoon. This arrival comes shortly after the team made their debut in the Middle East at the World Defense Show 2026 in Saudi Arabia. Their journey back to South Korea involves several legs across Asia, with Clark, Pampanga serving as one of their key stops.

The Black Eagles are expected to perform a Friendship Flight alongside Philippine Air Force FA-50PHs on Monday, February 23, 2026.

20/02/2026

Are you guys ready for the Friendship Flight featuring the The Republic of Korea Air Force Aerobatic Team, Black Eagles 블랙이글스 and the Philippine Air Force?

As confirmed by the official page of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, South Korea’s Black Eagles are set to join the PAF for a Friendship Flight on the 23rd of February.

Here are some of my photos of the Aerobatic Team during their performance at Clark Air Base back in March 2024.

19/02/2026

Heads up everyone! 🇰🇷🇵🇭

MANILA – The growing defense ties between the Philippines and South Korea were highlighted anew as the Republic of Korea Air Force’s (ROKAF) "Black Eagles" Team will conduct a "Friendship Flight" with the Philippine Air Force (PAF) on Feb. 23. In an advisory issued by the PAF on Wednesday, the.....

17/02/2026

Finally had some spare time to post-process some of my photos from the Official Singapore Airshow 2026 . I only had the opportunity to go to the second day of the airshow, but it was worth it!

Here are some photos of the The Republic of Singapore Air Force's AH-64D Apache performing aerobatic maneuvers and dispensing flares. I hope you guys like them!

08/02/2026

ATM. Singapore Air Show Day 2 with my family 🇵🇭🇸🇬 See you guys here! 💪

06/02/2026

See you guys there! 💪

29/11/2025

HAPPY 10TH YEAR, FA-50PH FIGHTING EAGLE! 🇵🇭🦅

Looking back at one of the most memorable shoots of my aviation photography career. It is a rare privilege to witness our country's guardians in their natural habitat—up in the clouds, wing-to-wing.

Capturing the FA-50PH in an air-to-air sortie isn't just about the technical shot; it’s about feeling the raw power and precision of these beautiful jets up close. A massive salute to the men and women who keep them flying.

Here’s to a decade of protecting our precious skies!

28/11/2025

The PAF employed its S-70i Black Hawk helicopter to conduct FRIES operations during Sanay Bagwis 02-2025 on November 27, 2025 at CERAB, Capas, Tarlac.

05/11/2025

Fair winds and blue skies, sirs. Salamat sa inyong serbisyo sa bayan.

PAF SALUTES ITS FALLEN AIRMEN

The Philippine Air Force mourns the loss of its brave airmen who perished in a tragic aircraft crash in Agusan del Sur while conducting humanitarian assistance and disaster response operations in the aftermath of Tropical Storm Tino on November 4, 2025.

The fallen airmen are identified as:
Pilots: Captain Paulie B Dumagan PAF, and Second Lieutenant Royce Louis G Camigla PAF
Aircrew: Sergeant Yves B Sijub PAF; Sergeant John Christopher C Golfo PAF; Airman First Class Ericson R Merico PAF; and Airman Ameer Khaidar T Apion PAF.

The Philippine Air Force extends its deepest sympathies to the families, friends, and loved ones of the departed. Their heroism, selflessness, and unwavering commitment to duty stand as a lasting testament to the noble ideals of the service. Their legacy will continue to inspire future generations of airmen to serve with the same courage, dedication, and honor in the defense of our people and nation.

25/09/2025

The "Cali" Super Pinto jet trainer was an old project of the Air Force Research and Development Center. If this project had pushed through, would it still be flying today?

✈️ AIR INNOVATORS THROWBACK THURSDAY ⚛

THE "CALI" SUPER PINTO JET TRAINER

In a major effort toward establishing a Self-Reliant Defense Posture (SRDP), the Philippine government acquired the complete rights, blueprints, and an original aircraft package for the Super Pinto jet from American Jet Industries in November 1976.

This purchase granted the Philippines the exclusive license to locally manufacture and sell all versions of the aircraft. The acquisition was part of a bold step to develop the nation's domestic defense industry, with the initial prototype being quickly assembled and successfully flight-tested by the Philippine Air Force, proving its airworthiness.

Despite demonstrating early promise, including the successful flights of multiple PAF pilots, the ambitious program eventually encountered economic and political challenges that ultimately led to the project being halted.