CLARK AIR BASE, Pampanga (PIA) — President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. reiterated his support to the modernization of assets, and enhancement of defense capabilities of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP).
In his speech during the Arrival, Turn-over, and Blessing of the C-295 Medium Lift Aircraft in Clark Air Base, Marcos said the AFP is called to constantly adapt to address challenges and hazards.
With this, he lauded the Philippine Air Force (PAF) for its acquisition of three C-295 aircrafts since 2022, which is in line with the commitment of his administration.
These augmented the four units that were earlier purchased by PAF in 2015 and 2019.
“While this equipment will boost the readiness of our Air Force to respond to any contingency, there is still a need to further improve our capabilities to effectively cover our territory. Equally important is to ensure the airworthiness of Air Force assets and the corresponding training of crew and personnel to guarantee the safety of all,” the Commander-in-Chief stressed.