FROM BONTOC TO THE SKIES: PCPT MCKRIZZ JEPERJOE C. SERRANO MAKES HISTORY AS BONTOC'S FIRST PNP HELICOPTER PILOT

Wowcordillera - A proud son of Bontoc, Mountain Province, and a distinguished member of PNPA Hinirang Class of 2021, Police Captain MCKRIZZ JEPERJOE CHERWAKEN SERRANO has added another remarkable achievement to his growing career in public service after successfully completing the Basic Helicopter Pilot Training (BHPT) of the PNP Air Unit and securing the Top 8 position among his classmates.

His accomplishment carries historic significance as he becomes the First PNP Helicopter Pilot directly from Bontoc, Mountain Province, a milestone that brings immense pride and honor to his hometown and the entire Cordillera Region. 

Through dedication, perseverance, and excellence, PCPT Serrano has broken new ground and paved the way for future generations of aspiring Cordilleran aviators.

The Basic Helicopter Pilot Training is a specialized program that prepares PNP personnel for aviation operations by providing intensive instruction in helicopter systems, flight procedures, aerial navigation, emergency response, and mission execution. Graduates of the course are trained to support law enforcement operations, disaster response, search and rescue missions and humanitarian assistance efforts across the country.

As one of the top-performing graduates of the course, PCPT Serrano demonstrated exceptional determination and professionalism throughout the demanding training. 

His achievement reflects not only personal excellence but also the enduring spirit of service and resilience that characterize the people of Bontoc.