PH to Get 30 Attack, Utility Copters this Year
PH to Get 30 Attack, Utility Copters this Year 16 Januari 2017 PAF AgustaWestland AW-109P armed helicopters (photo : Inquirer) The Philippine Air Force (PAF) is expected to proceed the process of procuring 30 helicopters this year, sources on Thursday told MaxDefense Philippines. MaxDefense, the military analyst, has posted on Facebook saying he believes the PAF’s target will be “AgustaWestland AW-109P armed helicopters and Bell 412EP combat utility helicopters.” Based on information gathered from MaxDefense sources, the Philippine Air Force is expected to proceed the process of procuring 30 helicopters this year, which MaxDefense believes to be AgustaWestland AW-109P armed helicopters and Bell 412EP combat utility helicopters. This is in line with Pres. Duterte"s emphasis on beating internal security challenges during his term. PAF Bell 412EP combat utility helicopters (photo : Economic Times) Originally these helicopters are intended for acquisition under ...