PBBM WELCOMES 2 NEW ATAK HELICOPTERS; VOWS ACCELERATION OF PAF MODERNIZATION

Dateline Kamuning President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Friday gave assurance that his administration will fully support the Philippine Air Force (PAF) in fulfilling its vision to become world-class as he led the ceremonial blessing of two new T129 ATAK helicopters in MalacaƱang. The President expressed hope that the modernization goal and PAF’s recent advancement will drive it to enhance its defense capabilities consistently, perform its duties effectively and protect the nation with vigor and pride. Congratulating PAF for the acquisition of the new air assets, President Marcos expects that the recently acquired state-of-the-art helicopters will improve the Air Force’s operational readiness and responsiveness and empower it to fulfill its mandate to the country and the people. The President also appreciated the contribution of the government of Turkey and the Turkish Aerospace Industries for being reliable partners of the Philippine government in modernizing the count...