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Oct 31, 2012

Philippines plans wide-ranging modernisation of air force

The Philippines could issue requests for proposals (RFPs) for advanced jet trainers, transport aircraft and helicopter modifications within the next 12 months.

The Philippines air force has identified several capability gaps that it hopes to fill in the coming years. Budgets have been approved for several acquisitions.

The highest profile acquisition planned is for 12 lead-in fighter trainer aircraft. Requirements for the type include radar, supersonic speed, and the ability to prosecute both ground and air targets - the latter with beyond visual range missiles.

The Korea Aerospace Industries F/A-50, Alenia Aermacchi M-346, Yakovlev Yak-130 and the BAE Systems Hawk fits requirements

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