Fernando Air Base (formerly known as Lipa Air Base)(ICAO: RPUL) is the site of the Philippine Air Force's (PAF) pilot training and education facilities located in the city of Lipa, Batangas, PhilippinesIt is named after Lieutenant Colonel Basilio Fernando, who had died during an airplane training accident in the US.(one of the pioneers of the Philippine aviation) It is also the location of PAF Air Education and Training Command of Philippine Air Force.Throughout the years, it has been consistently awarded as the Philippine Air Force’s Model Base of the Year for its well maintained appearance, excellent base services, aggressive ecological and environmental control, and consistent safety and security control.