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PH Navy Deploys 2 Modern Anti-sub Assets in Palawan
30 Juni 2023
Frigate BRP Antonio Luna (FF-151) and its partner AgustaWestland (now Leonardo) AW-159 "Wildcat" helicopter (all photos : PN)MANILA – The Philippine Navy (PN) has deployed two of its more modern and capable assets, the missile and anti-submarine warfare (ASW) frigate BRP Antonio Luna (FF-151) and its partner AgustaWestland (now Leonardo) AW-159 "Wildcat" helicopter, to beef up the capabilities of the Western Command (Wescom) based in Puerto Princesa, Palawan.
In a Facebook post on Tuesday, the Wescom said these two anti-submarine assets have recently arrived in its area of responsibility.
"These two tandem ASW platforms have been deployed on the country’s western border for maritime and sovereignty patrols that ensure effective maritime presence, particularly, in the West Philippine Sea (WPS)," it added.
The post did not say when the frigate and helicopter arrived at the Wescom area for security reasons.
Wescom said the deployment of the BRP Antonio Luna and the "Wildcat" anti-submarine helicopter represents a full-mission deployment for the PN.
It also added that inclusion of the AW-159 also beefed up the warfighting package of BRP Antonio Luna.
"The tandem platforms engage in different tests and training activities while patrolling the WPS," Wescom stressed.
It added that the presence of these modern naval and air assets in Wescom's joint operational area ensures the Armed Forces of the Philippines' (AFP)'s readiness and commitment to defending the country's maritime interests against any potential threats.
"The deployment of these warfighting assets is a necessary step to protect the nation's sovereignty and territorial integrity. The FF-151 and AW-159 crews have also been working together to ensure maximum readiness during any eventualities," Wescom pointed out.
It also said that the deployment of these assets serve as a critical deterrent to any hostile forces in the region.
"The combined warfighting capabilities of FF-151 and AW-159 better equip the AFP to defend the country's sovereignty against any potential threat in its western frontier," Wescom pointed out.
An AW-159 landing made its first landing on the flight deck of BRP Antonio Luna while the ship was underway off Corregidor Island last April 27.
"On the morning of 27 April 2023, the Philippine Navy achieved another significant milestone in its development of anti-submarine warfare capability as the PN AW-159 Mk220 'Wildcat' helicopter, with tail number NH-441, successfully conducted its first deck landing aboard BRP Antonio Luna, an ASW guided missile frigate, while underway at vicinity 30 nautical miles southwest of Corregidor Island," a post on the BRP Antonio Luna's Facebook page said.
This achievement demonstrates the growing capability and readiness of the Navy's crews and platforms as a team for ASW operations.
"Both the JRCFs (Jose Rizal Class Frigates) and the PN Wildcats were products of the 1st Horizon Projects under the Revised AFP (Armed Forces of the Philippines) Modernization Program, which were delivered and commissioned into the service in 2020/2021 and 2019, respectively. The JRCFs were built by Hyundai Heavy Industries of South Korea while the PN ‘Wildcats’ was built by Leonardo Helicopter Limited UK (LHUK)," the post further said.
The PN's "Wildcat" aircrew are still undergoing the contracted in-country training with LHUK while the JRCFs are being used in the various operational areas of the country.
The AW-159s, which the PN has two, were acquired to increase the ASW capabilities of the JRCFs.
"The PN through the Naval Air Wing and Offshore Combat Force are taking steps to complete the integration of these game-changer assets in order to be deployed together in securing our maritime domain," the BRP Antonio Luna said.
It added that these initiatives are a great contribution to fulfilling the Navy’s vision of becoming a modern, multi-capable naval force responsive to our maritime nation's defense and development.
Meanwhile, Wescom spokesperson Commander Ariel Joseph Coloma, in a separate interview, said these two ASW assets arrived in their area last week.
He added that these assets are now conducting patrols in the WPS.
Coloma also said the deployment of these naval assets aims to fulfill maritime patrol requirements in the WPS.
(PNA)
Kadispenau Sebut Pesawat Super Hercules C-130J Hemat Energi Hingga 50 Persen
30 Juni 2023
Pesawat C-130J Super Hercules TNI A-1340 (photo : Lockheed Martin)REPUBLIKA.CO.ID, JAKARTA -- Kepala Dinas Penerangan TNI Angkatan Udara (Kadispenau) Marsekal Pertama (Marsma) TNI R. Agung Sasongkojati menyampaikan pesawat baru TNI AU C-130J Super Hercules punya beberapa keunggulan, salah satunya hemat energi sampai 50 persen dibandingkan dengan Hercules pendahulunya. Menurut Kadispenau, kelebihan itu sangat berarti untuk operasional Hercules dalam mendukung operasi-operasi TNI Angkatan Udara.
"Dia (C-130J Super Hercules) lebih cepat, lebih tinggi, lebih banyak daya angkutnya, lebih hemat, lebih irit. Jadi sekali lagi, pesawat ini lebih cepat dibandingkan dengan pesawat yang lama, lebih tinggi terbangnya. Kemudian juga lebih hemat dalam penggunaan bahan bakar, serta betul-betul efisien dan efektif dibandingkan dengan pesawat yang lama. 50 persen lebih hemat. Itu sangat berarti," kata Kadispenau saat menyambut kedatangan unit kedua C-130J Super Hercules di Lanud Halim Perdanakusuma, Jakarta, Rabu (28/6/2023).
Dia pun optimistis pesawat baru TNI AU buatan Lockheed Martin dari Amerika Serikat itu dapat meningkatkan kemampuan TNI Angkatan Udara terutama saat melaksanakan operasi militer perang (OMP) dan operasi militer selain perang (OMSP).
"Pesawat ini bagus, gres, brand new, dibandingkan dengan pesawat-pesawat Hercules kita lainnya yang umurnya sudah lebih dari 30 tahun, bahkan setengah abad. Namun, tidak usah khawatir, Hercules yang setengah abad pun kalau dirawat pasti tetap bagus. Demikian pula, apalagi yang baru seperti ini. Ini akan meningkatkan kemampuan kita membantu masyarakat, pertahanan, keamanan, dan tentu saja untuk pembangunan kita semua," kata Agung Sasongkojati.
Pesawat C-130J Super Hercules TNI A-1340 (photo : TNI AU)Pemerintah Indonesia melalui Kementerian Pertahanan RI pada 2019 resmi membeli lima unit C-130J Super Hercules dari Lockheed Martin. Lima pesawat itu dijadwalkan tiba secara bertahap di Tanah Air pada 2023 sampai dengan awal 2024.
Unit pertama C-130J Super Hercules tiba di Lanud Halim Perdanakusuma pada 6 Maret 2023. Unit ketiga sampai kelima dijadwalkan tiba ke Tanah Air pada Juli 2023, Oktober 2023, dan Januari 2023. Kelima pesawat itu nantinya ditempatkan di Skadron Udara 31 Lanud Halim Perdanakusuma, Jakarta.
Pesawat Super Hercules C-130J memiliki panjang 34,69 meter, tinggi 11,9 meter, dan lebar sayap 39,7 meter, sementara panjang kompartemen kargonya 16,9 meter, lebar 3,12 meter, dan tinggi 2,74 meter. Pesawat teranyar TNI AU C-130J Super Hercules buatan Lockheed Martin itu dapat membawa beban maksimal hingga hampir 20.000 kilogram atau hampir 20 ton. C-130J Super Hercules juga dapat mengangkut 8 palet atau 97 tandu, 128 pasukan tempur, dan 92 pasukan terjun payung.
Pesawat C-130J Super Hercules juga memiliki peningkatan fitur dari tipe pendahulunya misalnya peningkatan sistem perlindungan bahan bakar, serta sistem penanganan kargo. Ada juga perbaikan sistem flight station yang lebih canggih dan sistem avionik digital terintegrasi penuh.
Pesawat baru TNI AU itu juga telah dilengkapi dengan tampilan layar head-up dan teknologi navigasi canggih yang mencakup sistem navigasi inersia ganda dan GPS. Kecepatan maksimal pesawat C-130J Super Hercules mencapai 660 kilometer per jam pada ketinggian 6.706 meter dan tenaganya diperoleh dari empat turboprop Rolls-Royce AE 2100D yang bisa menghasilkan daya 4.700 tenaga kuda.
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Local Defence Industry Marks Maintenance Milestone
27 Juni 2023
The completion of deep maintenance on a US Navy MH-60R Seahawk 'Romeo' helicopter with Australian and US Defence and industry representatives in Nowra (photo : US DoD)The Australian defence industry marked the first-ever deep-level maintenance completion of a United States Navy MH-60R Seahawk ‘Romeo’ helicopter in Nowra, NSW today.
In October 2022, the helicopter arrived in Australia and will soon return to the United States after successful maintenance and repairs by defence industry partner Sikorsky Australia.
More than 200 personnel in Nowra support the world-class Australian capability, delivering maintenance, logistics, warehousing and technical support for the Royal Australian Navy MH-60R.
This achievement highlights a 100-year partnership between Australia and the United States.
Efforts continue to strengthen supply chain resilience in the region with Australia pursuing options to expand maintenance, repair, overhaul, and upgrade of manufacture capabilities.
The Royal Australian Navy fleet of MH-60R helicopters is expanding to a total of 36 aircraft from mid-2025 through Project SEA9100.
Quotes attributable to Assistant Minister for Defence, Matt Thistlethwaite:
“Australians performing a deep level maintenance on a Romeo helicopter signifies the trust and confidence of the United States Navy in our local industry, and the skill and competence of our tradespeople and technicians.”
“Sikorsky Australia and its employees should rightly be proud of this achievement. It is no small feat to keep the most advanced maritime helicopter in the world fighting fit.”
“Our local defence industry partners continue to achieve excellent outcomes. With the support provided for the Romeo helicopter, we can now add this significant milestone to its list of achievements.”
(Aus DoD)