Royal Thai Air Force Hosts National Defence College Students
The Royal Thai Air Force welcomed students from the National Defence College to showcase its operational capabilities and strategic readiness.
On Wednesday, November 11, 2026, the Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) hosted students and faculty from the National Defence College (NDC) Class 69. Representing the RTAF Commander, Air Chief Marshal Wachiraphon Mueangnoi welcomed the delegation led by NDC Director Lieutenant General Akkadet Prateep-usanon. The visit, reported by Khaosod Online, focused on demonstrating the RTAF's current mission, organizational role, and strategic preparations to address evolving security threats. During the event, the delegation visited the RTAF Aviation Park to pay respects to the institution's predecessors before attending a briefing at the 80th Anniversary Hall. The presentation highlighted the RTAF's ongoing efforts to modernize personnel, equipment, and operational capabilities to protect national sovereignty. Beyond the formal briefings, the visit fostered institutional ties, with students participating in the purchase of products from the RTAF Spouses Association. For residents and travelers, this event underscores the military's ongoing focus on national security preparedness. While the visit was a routine academic and institutional engagement, it serves as a reminder of the RTAF's active role in regional defense. No further operational changes or public impacts were announced following the visit, and the event concluded as a standard exchange between the two institutions.
