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Philippine Military’s Worst Air Disaster Kills 50, Wounds 49
July 05, 2021

Philippine Military’s Worst Air Disaster Kills 50, Wounds 49

By Jim Gomez
The doomed Lockheed C-130 Hercules was one of two ex-U.S. Air Force aircraft recently handed over to the Philippines.

New Japan Military Radar for the Philippines?
December 19, 2018

New Japan Military Radar for the Philippines?

By Prashanth Parameswaran
Renewed focus on a future deal has highlighted the ongoing activity in the defense relationship between the two countries.
Aircraft Delivery Puts Indonesia-Philippines Defense Cooperation in the Spotlight
June 25, 2018

Aircraft Delivery Puts Indonesia-Philippines Defense Cooperation in the Spotlight

By Prashanth Parameswaran
A recently complicated deal is testament to the opportunities and challenges that remain for both sides in the defense realm.

Philippines Forges Ahead With Attack Helicopter Maintenance
May 21, 2018

Philippines Forges Ahead With Attack Helicopter Maintenance

By Prashanth Parameswaran
The Philippine Air Force’s move towards maintaining its combat helicopters marks a step forward for the country’s modernization efforts.

Why the Revival of the Philippines’ Air Force Exercise Matters
March 12, 2018

Why the Revival of the Philippines’ Air Force Exercise Matters

By Prashanth Parameswaran
Manila is restarting drills that had been discontinued for nearly a quarter-century.

What a Dead Philippines-Canada Military Helicopter Deal Would Mean
February 13, 2018

What a Dead Philippines-Canada Military Helicopter Deal Would Mean

By Prashanth Parameswaran
With a key acquisition now in trouble, a deeper look at the broader potential significance of its impending death.

What Does the Philippines’ New Attack Helicopters Deal Mean for its Military Modernization?
February 08, 2018

What Does the Philippines’ New Attack Helicopters Deal Mean for its Military Modernization?

By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the broader context and significance of a new headline-grabbing purchase.
Philippines Military Modernization Gets Delayed Boost With Attack Aircraft Deal
December 05, 2017

Philippines Military Modernization Gets Delayed Boost With Attack Aircraft Deal

By Prashanth Parameswaran
A longstanding requirement gets closer to reality after multiple setbacks.

US-Philippines Air Force Cooperation in the Spotlight Amid Exchange
September 02, 2017

US-Philippines Air Force Cooperation in the Spotlight Amid Exchange

By Prashanth Parameswaran
The two allies completed the latest iteration of a new exchange established last year.

A New Japan-Philippines Military Helicopter Deal?
August 15, 2017

A New Japan-Philippines Military Helicopter Deal?

By Prashanth Parameswaran
Though specifics are still unclear, a transaction mulled by the two sides reflects their ongoing defense cooperation.

US Gives Philippines 2 New Military Surveillance Aircraft Amid Rising Terror Threat
August 01, 2017

US Gives Philippines 2 New Military Surveillance Aircraft Amid Rising Terror Threat

By Prashanth Parameswaran
Washington delivers yet another much-needed capability boost to the Southeast Asian state.
Where Is the Philippines’ Air Force Modernization Under Duterte?
June 21, 2017

Where Is the Philippines’ Air Force Modernization Under Duterte?

By Prashanth Parameswaran
Despite delays, there are some signs of progress on key projects.

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