It was initially established in 1967 as Basa Air Base Community College by the AFP pursuant to AFP Regulations S. 168-342 and approved by the Department of National Defense on April 1, 1968. On June 1969, it officially opened its doors to cater to the immediate needs of military personnel, their dependents, and AFP civilian employees stationed at Basa Air Base in Floridablanca, Pampanga.
On January 26, 1977, President Ferdinand E. Marcos signed Presidential Decree No. 1078 converting Basa Air Base Community College to Philippine Air Force College of Aeronautics with its main campus in Villamor Air Base, Pasay City, Metro Manila. Although with state college status, its charter did not provide for government subsidy as it was considered as a non-profit and non-stock educational institution. Aside from Villamor Air Base and Basa Air Base, additional campuses was also created in Sangley Air Base, Fernando Air Base, and Mactan Air Base. During this period, it was envisioned by Philippine Air Force authorities to be the Philippine Air Force Academy to solve its problem in the procurement and training of its officer pilots through the merging of the Philippine Air Force Flying School and the Philippine Air Force Regular Officer Procurement Program.
On June 3, 1992, President Corazon C. Aquino approved the Republic Act No. 7605 converting Philippine Air Force College of Aeronautics to Philippine State College of Aeronautics. In 1994, its Board of Trustees approved the creation of its own flight school that will train students for private pilot and commercial pilot. In 1997, it acquired its first trainer plane --- a Tampico STB9-C aircraft (RP 2200) which was donated by Senator Raul Roco from his country-wide development fund and another Tampico STB9-C aircraft (RP 2204) was purchased for P10 million from PhilSCA Development Fund.
Dr. Bernard R. Ramirez
College President
Dr. Felix C. Boyles
VP for Administration and Finance
Dr. Roderick C. Santiago
Vice-President for Academic Affairs
Dr. Menchita F. Dumlao
Dean, Institute of Computer Studies
Dr. Jay Jack R. Manzano
Dean, Institute of Engineering and Technology
Dr. Rodante G. Flores
Director of Research/
Dean, Institute of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Coordinator of Cultural Affairs Unit
PhilSCA Hymn
Lyrics by: Lt. Cipriano S. Sonico
Music by: Mr. Leonardo G. Quinto
Oh PhilSCA dear, for thee we stand
And lift our voice of praise
We offer all our minds and hands
Up high thy anthem raise.
Our faith that keeps our hope alive
Will echo through the air
Let wisdom be our constant guide
Your vision pure and fair
Chorus:
Oh Philsca dear!
Oh Philsca dear!
Thy name will keep within our hearts
Forever oh Alma Mater Dear
Thy name we trust with ardent love
Our dignity and pride
All glory to our God above
For truth and heart we strive
That victory be without pretense
Our courage shield all fear
The core of learning excellence
Oh Alma Mater Dear!
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Vision
PhilSCA is a leader institution committed to the scientific and technological advancement of aeronautic industryal sciences responsive to the dynamic and emerging demands for world-class professionals in the industry.
Mission
To produce world-class aerontics professionals who are imbued with commitment, excellence, responsibility and integrity through advance level of instruction and research.
Goals and Objectives
The programs and objectives of the College shall be undertaken in such a manner as to reflect its aspiration to be the center for (a) professional and advanced technical training in the field of aeronautics and liberal arts; (b) research and advanced studies, and (c) progressive leadership in its field of specialization as mandated by its charter.
In view of the above, the college shall strive to implement programs and projects that shall:
- Transmit and disseminate knowledge and skills relevant to the manpower needs of the country;
- Discover and disseminate new knowledge/ technology needed for the development of the country;
- Enhance, preserve and disseminate national culture and sports; and produce progressive leaders, trained, skilled and semi- skilled manpower for national development.