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| KAI F/A-50 (File Photo) |
By Priam F. Nepomuceno
MANILA, March 31 (PNA) — With the country now on its way to acquire its first-ever supersonic jet aircraft in 34 years, the Department of National Defense (DND) announced that it will be acquiring a "multi-role fighter" (MRF) by 2018.
This was revealed by DND undersecretary for finance, modernization, installations, and munitions Fernando Manalo.
2018 is the second phase of the Armed Forces of the Philippines Modernization Program.
During this period, the defense and military establishment will determine whether to acquire additional units of the South Korean F/A-50 "Fighting Eagle" or go full stream with the acquisition of the MRFs to enhance the country's external defense capabilities.
Studies are now underway to determine the best MRF designs for the Philippines.
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