The modernization of the
Philippine Air Force (PAF)’s continues to soar high.
Department of National Defense
(DND) said that the program which is for the acquisition of the multi-role fighter
(MRF) aircraft remains on track, a must need aircraft that is needed for
defending the country’s airspace.
“We are pushing for the
acquisition of multi-role fighter aircraft as it is (a) critical capability for
the defense of our country’s territorial airspace from any form of threat and
enforcement of the Philippine Air Defense Identification Zone or ADIZ,”DND Secretary
Lorenzana said in his speech during the Sanay-Datu Air Defense Exercise held in
Basa Air Base, Floridablanca,Pampanga.
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| (F-16 Viper, photo credit to owner) |
He declined to give
additional details on the progress of the MRF acquisition program.
The DND is looking to
acquire at least 12 MRF units to beef up the Philippine Air Force’s (PAF) air
defense capabilities.
Lorenzana noted that
MRFs are urgently needed by the PAF considering that the “situation in this
part of the world is deteriorating.”
“Having MRFs in the
PAF inventory would also allow the Armed Forces of the Philippines to explore
the facets of airpower,” he added.
As of press time, the
DND has not chosen a MRF for the PAF.
Reports said the American Lockheed
Martin F-16V “Viper”, which is considered the latest and most advanced F-16
variant, and the Swedish Saab JAS-39 “Gripen” are among those eyed by the
agency.
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