Philippines confirms plans to acquire 18 more A-29 Super Tucano light attack aircraft
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The Philippine Air Force (PAF)
The Philippine Air Force (PAF) confirmed in their official publication that they are looking have at least 24 A-29 Super Tucano light attack aircraft in their fleet.
According to the PAF’s Flight Path publication, the goal is for the service to acquire 12 more Super Tucano aircraft by 2022, and 6 more aircraft afterwards to reach a total of 24 Super Tucanos by 2024.
Currently the PAF’s 15th Strike Wing operates 6 A-29B Super Tucano aircraft delivered by Brazilian aircraft manufacturer Embraer S.A. under a PHP5 billion (US$104 million) deal.
According to Filipino defense page MaxDefense Philippines, the PAF intends to replace its existing and ageing fixed wing light attack aircraft operated by 2 squadrons, which currently operate the Rockwell OV-10A/C Bronco and the Aermacchi SF-260TP aircraft.
Both the OV-10 and SF-260 are in need of immediate replacement due to their advanced age and obsolescence.
According to the PAF’s Flight Path publication, the goal is for the service to acquire 12 more Super Tucano aircraft by 2022, and 6 more aircraft afterwards to reach a total of 24 Super Tucanos by 2024.
Currently the PAF’s 15th Strike Wing operates 6 A-29B Super Tucano aircraft delivered by Brazilian aircraft manufacturer Embraer S.A. under a PHP5 billion (US$104 million) deal.
According to Filipino defense page MaxDefense Philippines, the PAF intends to replace its existing and ageing fixed wing light attack aircraft operated by 2 squadrons, which currently operate the Rockwell OV-10A/C Bronco and the Aermacchi SF-260TP aircraft.
Both the OV-10 and SF-260 are in need of immediate replacement due to their advanced age and obsolescence.
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