The Japanese military will be providing the Philippine Air Force (PAF) with thousands of helicopter spare parts. “This is a demonstration of the robust strategic partnership and cooperation of the two allies,” a PAF senior officer as, as quoted by Reuters in an exclusive report dated August 10.
Japan giving the Philippines helicopter spare parts was first reported in March this year.
Department of National Defense (DND) Secretary Delfin Lorenzana on the sidelines of the transfer ceremony for the two Beechcraft King Air TC-90 aircraft from Japan to Philippine Navy said DND has already started discussions with Japan Ministry of Defense’s Acquisition, Technology and Logistics Agency (ATLA) regarding the possible transfer of UH-1H helicopter spare parts to the PAF.
These spare parts, if transferred, will extend the service life of UH-1Hs currently in PAF service. PAF is known to operate 40 to 60 units Huey helicopters.
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Thanks Japan you were a true ally to the Philippines
BalasHapusThis birds are very useful in Philippines military operation and SAR. They are expert in flying this and maintenance as well
BalasHapusYes the hueys r still good
Hapuskalah ngan heli nuri malaysie
BalasHapusLet Philippine huey's fly again...Its very helpful for marawi operation...I think Philippine action getting better, after the UAV now they will get the huey to support...
BalasHapusYes the huey will be good but dont u think the marines should be the operator instead of the airforce? Since they are expedittionary forces?
Hapus40-60 unit huey, banyak kale👍👍
BalasHapusBanyak dong, kan persiapan buat meriahin 17-an...tuh hueynya lg tarik tambang lawan truk
Hapus