The Philippines Air Force | How Strong is it?

The Philippine Air Force, born post-World War II, has evolved significantly. While modern additions boost its capabilities, financial and geopolitical challenges persist. Yet, with ongoing modernization programs and international alliances, the PAF is charting a path towards a secure future for the Philippines.
Narrated by Daniel M
Video Edited by iyanbriandi
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[@BehindAsia]

How do you see the future of the Philippine Air Force in the region?

[@bantumlum666]

Unrelated, but can you add Vietnamese subtitles in all of your channel's videos?😅

[@ganboonmeng5370]

A big zero

[@warmbread951]

@@ganboonmeng5370 Can you expand on your answer?

[@auldnikstarr5511]

as of now,proxy war is the new trend...we need US to manufacture more so we can have it when china decided to invade us...we only need some few at the moment for training...we are not really optimistic when most of our leaders are stupidly corrupt....all-bark-no-bite chuchuchu...

[@armadox9773]

​@@ganboonmeng5370a jealous CCP puppet😂

[@lmaoasian2518]

so far so good, atleast the PAF have some modern assets now but they need to upgrade more and more, They need Multi-role fighters and more anti air defense system, because in Asean countries, philippines is one of the country that lacks of it

[@Martyn737]

they need to overhaul the procurement program and exempt from COA's laws. Hard to build up spares and equipment due to the current laws and guidelines

[@carlotristandumelod2223]

@@Martyn737 theres no problem on procurement plan and papers.the problem really is the leadership full of corrupt politicians and officials.

[@Martyn737]

@@carlotristandumelod2223 there is. The procurement law forbids foreign military credit and financing. Afp can't buy in bulk of spare parts because COA would flag them on unliquidated procurement item. Paf can only place an order of parts when the planes have broken down. Which means a long time wait for MRO.

[@pedrosoandrew]

The Ideal MRF for the Philippines would be capable of STOL as the Philippines is an Archipelago. Small yet nimble fighters with STOL capabilities allows Rapid deployment in the shortest allowable time. Air assets such as Aerial Tankers and Airborne Early Warning Systems can wait as Ground based systems would be more useful as Modernization proceeds and Air bases are improved. Rotary wing Aircraft procurement does make sense given Local topography would mean only these types of Aircraft are capable to operate in the area.

[@traphimawari7760]

Fck yall talkin about, just give Filipino soviet migs or whatever outdated museum equipment yall Americans got surplus and I guarantee you the skies will be a red from the blood of every Chinese plane, they will understand why during war times the Philippine flag is turned upside down with red, because my fellow Chinks this ain't the first or last time we fought with stick and stones and won the battle

[@alonsogabriel9336]

My mom was one of the pioneering waves of the country's female airforce pilots and based on the information I've overheard, we have a good number of capable pilots but the problem is the internal corruption that leads to the terrible workplace (including having little funds for improvement) and barely good pay which leads these good pilots to leave and apply for commercial flying. 90% of my mom's male and female classmates in the forces are now airline pilots. Even my father's (also was an airforce pilot) classmates went to airline flying.

[@motoKJ]

Real and Emerging Threats should shape them up for the better. Not much to expect from the oldies but I have hopes for the future. I am looking to contribute too in the near future.

[@bluemarshall6180]

Where was your Mom's first wing and Squadron and same as your dad.

[@alonsogabriel9336]

@@bluemarshall6180 i dont remember the exact number and squadron name but my mom was class 95 graduate while my father was 93 but got moved to 95 because of legal reasons (and thats how they met). Mom was just in regular flying and mentoring but my father was in a bomber squadron

[@crymeaariver]

@@motoKJ Corruption won't go. Pilipins will still be a third world sh1thole.

[@rupvictoria3017]

my uncle served in the Philippine Air Force as a Tech Sergeant and i have a close friend who’s a Second Lieutenant in the Philippine Air Force! bein a Filipino American myself i’m so honored to serve in the U.S. Air Force as a Senior Airman!! i had the huge honor of visitin my uncle’s old squadron down in Colonel Jesus Villamor Air Base down in Pasay City Philippines where i was born and where i used to hang out a lot when I was so young growin up before i immigrated to America!!! 🤙🏽

[@yongohkim1315]

To raise the Philippine Air Force to international standards, military cooperation between the United States and its allies is essential. The reason Russia is struggling in the Ukraine war is because of the support of America's powerful intelligence and reconnaissance assets. During World War II, the Vietnam War, and the Gulf War, the aspect of war was focused on punching power with an emphasis on attack, but today's modern warfare has transformed into a network war rather than powerful punching power. The military, with powerful intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance capabilities, as well as all weapons assets connected to the battlefield network, has become the strongest military in the world. The Philippines is one of America's allies, but it is not treated as a tier 1 or 2 ally. The reason is that the United States and its allies have no choice but to be passive in supporting the Philippine fight against China. In particular, the key point is that there is no IFF-Mode 5, an identification device for enemies, among Philippine military assets. It is a symbol of the United States and its powerful allies. The incident in which the SU-35 was hit by an S-400 anti-aircraft missile during the recent Ukraine War was because the Russian system was very outdated. IFF-Mode 5 is not supported except by trusted US allies such as Japan, South Korea, and Australia. In the case of Taiwan, the F-35 is not important, but they requested IFF-Mode 5 support from the United States, but it was rejected. This is a technology that the United States is more sensitive to than the F-35 technology. This is because if it falls to China or Russia, it will have fatal consequences for Western weapons systems. The Philippines must give the United States full confidence to access these assets. The close relationship with China during the previous administration alienated the U.S. relationship. In order to receive active support from the U.S. in times of emergency, such reciprocal ties must exist.

[@armadox9773]

Yup exactly, you made a point. And thats exactly FPRRD fails

[@yongohkim1315]

@@armadox9773 To add, I believe that the combat power of Philippine individual soldiers is among the highest in the world. The combat skills acquired through actual combat against numerous rebels are surprisingly great. However, Philippine capabilities in a full-scale war situation are too weak. Although fighter jets and frigates are important, we need to urgently build networks such as Link-16 and C4I to utilize allied assets centered on the United States. Of course, these assets cost a lot of money. Although we cannot see the visible increase in combat power, it is a point of division into a military powerhouse and a weak army. If this mutual trust is based, the Philippines will be recognized as a strong ally of the United States. Japan jointly developed the SM-3 with the United States, and Australia also jointly developed the Royal Wingman with Boeing. Korea created the world's first ROK-US combined forces with American division troops. The commander is an American general, and the deputy commander is a Korean general. Against this background, the compatibility and trust of each other's weapons is essential. In order for the Philippines to develop to this level, it must be recognized as a partner with which information can be exchanged with the United States. Taiwan and Thailand are also allies that cooperate with the United States, but access to these classified assets is blocked. Taiwan is due to Chinese spy issues, and Thailand is due to its close relationship with China's economy and military power. It is time for the Philippines to make wise decisions.

[@vincentmohindas5695]

...time the Philippines work out an aliance with friendly countries lile Australia, Taiwan and India ...such as the QUAD. But, still a member of ASEAN, which had declared "no interference " in the internal affairs bewteen states." Thus a grouping that has no voice when a member state in being constantly being ' bullied' like China , which simply wants a lions share of all Matitime Resources in the West Philippines Seas...

[@noelninoolvis2433]

​@@yongohkim1315 how were you able to know all of it, uncle? There's a sudden spark in my mind, which translates that I'm curious.

[@noelninoolvis2433]

​@@yongohkim1315 Because I'm planning to join the Philippine Air force right after I acquire my engineering degree , hopefully in 2026.

[@ajmillendez478]

As a Pilipino, most of us knows to speak and understand English, but thank God that this video has Filipino subtitles, we used the Filipino for language & the Pilipino for the people.

[@pedrosoandrew]

3 months Ago, they conducted Operation Cope thunder with their USAF counterparts. This exercise is important to the Philippine Air Force as they have not conducted this Joint Excercise for more than 3 decades and were able to do so again with the FA-50's in hand.

[@DannyYatom0909]

It would be a sort of win-win situation for all of South-east Asia if the Philippines joins the QUAD+. It would ensure a safe and secure Indo-Pacific region.

[@bornonjuly7052]

Lol meaning we will acquires Chinese and Russian assets and these communist country can have access on our US and Israel technology in case of any military exercises?

[@jemeryramos]

what is QUAD+?

[@timberhead2069]

@@jemeryramos Quadrilateral Security Dialogue

[@irvinglee3622]

The country's level of military strength is not acceptable to the present QUAD members so don't think about it.

[@crymeaariver]

@@irvinglee3622 it is a third world sh1thole

[@lvelarde6786]

Looks like PAF is in the right track. Modest but moving to modernization

[@smileyface2915]

Just a little correction, the Super Tucano from Brazil not the FA50 replaced the OV10 Bronco the FA50 was purchased to train pilots to operate more advance fighter jets in the future.

[@jorizroa1457]

the FA-50 is a more advanced variant of the T-50 (a trainer aircraft). The FA-50 is a very capable aircraft, it has a radar similar to the f-16 and can do multirole missions.

[@Slav729]

My dad is a PAF Scout Ranger was a Staff Sargent.

[@jahd5790]

It had a great start, I hope it gets an upgrade in the future

[@nbapbaupdate8338]

Philippines slowly but surely improve their Air Force couple years

[@KyudoKun]

Well, considering Philippines as a country consist of thousands of islands. They should primary invest on Amphibious military vehicles, not necessarily multi billion dollar warships like destroyers. But more like Frigates and any types of armored/combat boats so that they can easily respond to any external and internal threats. Ordering fighter jets to any allied nations could take several years to build - and the threat is rising specifically in the region . Hence acquiring armored amphibious boats could take less time cause there are plenty of units already built and decommissioned sitting in the dry docks of US bases, it can be refurbished but still feasibly effective enough to guard or protect your territory against the aggressors.

[@TheArminas27]

Thank you Benigno Aquino III for modernization of PAF

[@jeffhamac6662]

Not yet but slowly but surely we r getting to that

[@djdelarosa25]

I hope they go ahead with the multirole fighter acquisition already. It’s long overdue.

[@johnmacarthurnavarra5836]

I think airforce will be credible in the upcoming time

[@Reap682]

Although for now it’s steady growing at least the airforce has and now in service SAM batteries specifically the Spyder Air Defense System, and i think they have now agreed to acquire the F-16 instead of the Jas 39 Gripen

[@chenglegaspi3793]

When bonifacio was sold for modernisation of the minitary but nothing came out of the sale, somebody diverted the proceeds to political budget and expenses thats why nothing came out of the sale of bonifation camp.

[@dino.niichan1991]

To quote from some soldier: "Before they said that we are all AIR, but no force, and I couldn't deny that."

[@sandsandwich9217]

It would benefit if The Philippines held talks with South Korea and Sweden to able to manufacture the Gripen's and FA-50's domestically just like how Japan gained licenses to produce their version of the F-16, I know this may seem costly but will benefit the country in the long run cause they could get insights on jet manufacturing to be able to one day manufacture their own jets with an original design

[@justsomehaatonpassingby4488]

Also local production would boost the economy since the money would trickle back via employment it would bring and promote local manufacturer productions

[@rrenkrieg7988]

also PAF should've been one of the other backers of the new KF-21 Boramae Multi-role Fighter with indonesia since it has 60% parts commonality with FA-50, so our FA-50PHs can transition to trainer aircraft and backup parts for future KF-21 fleet

[@yongohkim1315]

This is very impossible. Manufacturing military equipment using licenses is difficult in many ways. In countries that do not have sufficient defense budget, direct introduction is much better. First of all, the Philippines has no basic industry. Without related industries, production cannot be achieved even with technology transfer. Additionally, the budget is insufficient to operate the production line. And the demand from the Philippine military is a very small market. Running an assembly line to produce just 12 fighter jets is a very serious financial expense. If only 13 units are produced and terminated, like Japan's AH-64D, the price of the helicopter will remain much higher than that of the F-22 fighter. Hiring engineers to maintain the production line is unsustainable. These are highly paid professionals. In order to maintain their skills and employment effects, orders must continue to come in to the production line to run an advanced company. There are many other problems, but this alone will help you understand why licensed production is impossible in the Philippines. Even assault rifles are imported directly from the United States due to low military demand, so expensive production lines like fighter jets are just a wishful thinking.

[@dickmelsonlupot7697]

that's easier said than done. For it to be remotely possible, 2 sectors need to get boosted. 1st is the energy sector. We literally need more power. And to get that at a wide scale and with the best efficiency, we desperately need nuclear power. Fccckkk Cory, her yellow/pink gang & the likes who are sooo anti-nuclear. BNPP should have run under her time and not closed for whatever shhhttt reason she pulled out of her azzz and other nuclear powerplants should have popped up as well. It would be impossible for us to move forward if we still get shackled by the Liberal's outdated and constricting view about nuclear power. 2nd is the metallurgy sector. We need to reboot our metallurgy capabilities. There will be no proper manufacture if we don't have a proper sector that can provide the proper metals and other materials for the production of such an endeavor to happen. Again, it would be impossible as well if all we can do is just import metal pieces.

[@sayfolman7752]

Those Are Call Transfer Of Technology And Its Not Free You Have To Pay Certain Amount And Philippine Does Not Have That Kind Of Luxury

[@tawengski8380]

not investing on a substantial defensive military assets shows how incapable the Philippine leaders from the past up to now. Yes up to now. No concrete program for acquiring defensive assets on a large scale capable of repelling external aggression. They don't care about the citizen. If war breaks out, they will just fly out of the country and leave the citizens to fend for themselves. They rely solely on the US mutual defense treaty as if its enough. How can you expect the americans to help us if we dont want to help ourselves.

[@jessier3602]

My father served in the Philippine Air Force for 50 years or more from the time of Gen. Eustace Orobia 1951 to Gen Vicente Piccio 1982 who became good friends with my Dad and Col Raymundo Sobrevega then my father was killed by a distraught looney assailant in 1989

[@rhyanjill]

The problem really is finding pilots who can fly modern aircraft. Furthermore, the Philippines would probably be better off participating in the US's replicator initiative which focuses on cheap mass produced drones.

[@arnelbernardo4844]

The problem is you by not knowing how much pilots the Philippines has. The actual problem is the fighter planes to fly. Corruption pushed our economy in to poverty. 😅

[@night8285]

That is why they bought FA-50 to train pilots. Last time they operated a supersonic fighter was in late 90s or early 2000s. But those are 3rd gen fighters not the new 4th gen.

[@TheLance1391]

Lol my buddy is from the airforce.. they have a lot of Pilot enlisted in the Airforce, so they just have 3 months sched per fighter jets, then you rest. Next line will follow.. lol

[@bumpotato1922]

Real problem is the rampant corruption in every sector including the Armed forces. No money for training and development, no hope for improvements

[@Knights_12]

You don't know that we have plenty of class S pilots?

[@Chronoir3]

And the biggest challenge of all in updating the Air Force. *Corruption*

[@arrogleinadtra]

Indeed

[@TheTempest73]

Philippines is now focusing on upgrading and increasing military assets because of threats. How strong is it now? It's not yet worth mentioning, but it is getting there, albeit a bit slow.

[@sauce7489]

I'm a member of PAF ROTC of Aeronautical Academy of the Philippines and i want to join PAF in the future.

[@allgood6760]

Thanks for this 👍

[@516GCT]

The best solution to Philippines budget limitations is the transfer of modern military technologies and let the Filipinos built their own defense systems consequently it will generate jobs for many Filipinos and therefore it'll help the economy of the country. If Allies are really serious of helping the Philippines, the transfer of modern military technologies is the best aid they can give not money because money is main cause of corruption. 2nd hand military materiels may help a lot but nothing compared to the transfer of technology. For example, the Filipino aircraft engineers can outsource ideas from F16 and Jas Gripen and make their own MRFs according to the specifications and needs of the Philippine Air Force.

[@jetbabs2939]

Hopefully not just upgrading assets but also knowledge based or skills development of Philippine troops, to be competence

[@kmarphilippinescompany905]

We should look into drone technology...cheaper, deadlier, easy to hide, operate and maintain.

[@Skylsz]

Im filipino and am planning to become an air force pilot but idk if I should cause of the lack of equipments and planes... but I'm still a kid so maybe in the future, there will be more of them

[@Skylsz]

@@dsan8742 yea, I think i'll move to another country

[@jedkennethbernardo5510]

Should focus more on layered anti-air and anti-ship defense systems and logistics before any advanced multirole aircraft due to economic shortcomings. Long-range defense systems should be mobile but short range and mid-range defenses would need to be the most mobile of these defenses. These should range from surface-to-surface/ship missiles, to anti-ICBM missiles, both ship/boat-based and land based systems. The trick would be to incorporate these iron-dome-like systems to fast boats/corvettes. Next should be modernized artillery and APC’s from 155’s to HIMARS, and amphibious APC’s in conjunction with israeli light tanks. With the rough terrain that the Philippines have, JLTV’s and any locally produced humvee equivalent would prove vitally useful with land-based QRF’s and they can be transported via air with C-130’s and by sea with the vast amount of civilian and military ferries that the Philippines already have. After short and long range air and ship defenses have been established and solidified, the Philippines should invest in local factories for the munitions these assets would need, instead of relying solely on imports. At the very least, if they cant produce them completely, they could assemble them in-house, while providing jobs to the local populace. Thats thousands of jobs. Yes its not so simple, but that imho would be a good way to start being semi-independent in terms of establishing a military industry.

[@jayrbags9710]

Corruption is hindering AFP's modernization plan.

[@warmbread951]

Modern jets like F-16 or F-35 are FAR to hard to maintain for a country like the Philippines, This is why we use aircraft like the FA-50 or the Ov-10 Bronco over something like an A-10, This is also the reason why the PAF retired the F-5

[@michaeld1170]

They're more difficult and expensive to maintain but thats what you need to win. In 1991 expensive and complex to maintain F-15s went up against cheap and easy to maintain Mig-29s, Mig-21s and Mirage F1s. I believe we both know what happened. I've spoken to a lot of pilots, none of them wished their aircraft was cheaper to maintain.

[@twelvegr]

You don't know what You're talking about everyday we try to maintain this aircraft and as years goes by it's becoming more harder for us to maintain OV as such, which makes sense that our Airforce department is pushing for MRF because it's more economical to maintain

[@michaeld1170]

@twelvegr plus some of the parts of older aircraft are no longer in production too. He said A-10, which was originally produced by Fairchild Republic, a company that went Defunct in 2003

[@racg123]

true operating cost p lng mahal na :(

[@warmbread951]

@@michaeld1170 But for a country that is poor Jets with low operating costs can make a difference, Imagine a ww3 scenario, The first three weeks Su27 and F35 would already be so expensive to even fly unlike jets as the FA50 where parts are always available.

[@notyourtypicalmailman2490]

my uncle was a air force engineer, mostly for a c-130

[@nuggetrok7003]

Saab Griffin is much better and cost effectively than F16 for maintenance.

[@boris001000]

The Gripen is small but packs a punch so yes

[@directormeg9241]

you forgot PAF's s211 Marchetti

[@schizo4932]

We have the best air defense which is called Kwitis.

[@arrogleinadtra]

Also you dont know that Philippine air force has radars back on 50s and used to detect soviet bombers back when cold war happened in that time and was replaced with Israel made ones

[@najhongflanax3674]

3 things..mrfs, maritime surveillance aircrafts and more blackhawks..😊

[@Rusteze_mcqueen]

PAG is expecting to acquire 2 maritime patrol aircraft since signing the contract this year.

[@ajbico]

Imagine if the Philippines have Ospreys and Chinooks helicopters

[@najhongflanax3674]

Good points indeed👍👍👍thank you for the insights sir/mam

[@jpao1834]

The depressing part is that, our politicans needed to "feel" a huge real threat outside our country, for them to start supporting the funding of our Army in general. Sure, the budget is still obviously tight, but we literally wasted decades of progressive modernization. Our culture of being "conservative" ultimately costed us some valuable time. One of my main concern is that: are we're lagging way too much, that our efforts of modernizing maybe a little too late at this point? I just hope we still have time. Of course, no conflict would be obviously preferable and immaculate. P.S. Last June 2023, we already have a Memorandum of Agreement with Sweden, for the potential Technology exchange and purchase of Gripen. Unfortunately, I haven't heard any progress since then

[@johna3142]

Awaiting MOU ratification from the Swedish parliament. Idk why it is taking so long. PH already done their part since 2021 which is selecting the Gripen.

[@takeit_eazyy]

We also have crusaders before. Those are the most advanced fighters back then, and the Philippines is the only country in Asia to ever have them. Sadly those fighters got destroyed by the volcanic eruption.

[@crymeaariver]

[@royalnovember66]

The Air Force can't even seem to make up its mind what "multirole fighter" it wants to buy to modernize its fleet. And that in itself is a misnomer as the PAF currently lacks a modern aerial superiority fighter, not a multirole fighter, with the FA-50 already serving that role perfectly well.

[@celsobautista3735]

Philippine air force 99 per cent air 1 per cent force..... unable to patrol WPS...... Walang gulugod walang spine.....

[@directormeg9241]

also we had Sikorskys and then Sokols

[@wilburcadiz1981]

Give the Philippines just half the technology of the US and it cannot be bullied anymore. Give the Philippines the full technology of the US and it will defend the whole world.

[@Rusteze_mcqueen]

Ano ka sinuswerte, BEGGARS MENTALITY. If we take our military seriously like Israel it could be a possibility.

[@thenyxlevelplay5273]

What Philippines needs is a great leader whp wanting tomake the economy good, not who spend hundred millions in 11 days.

[@TheMaster4534]

We once had. But he pissed off the US.

[@Rusteze_mcqueen]

According to FIONA it's actually 19 days

[@arrowghost]

Having fighter jets would be great to defend itself from the Chinese Militia Navy in the South China Sea, however, beware that when WW3 starts, it's the Taiwanese will either fight at home or become refugees and will begin to flee to the nearest good country like Japan & the Phillipines.

[@worldwanderer91]

The US should sell F/A-18 Super Hornets to the Philippines for cheap discounted price. The Philippines would get an already well developed,, capable, proven carrier-operable 4th gen fighter that can work in unison with US carrier groups, share in US logistics for fighter armaments, and Boeing gets it keep its F-18 production lines running past 2024, because without new customers Boeing would have to close its last F-18 production lines by the end of 2024.

[@demon6937]

not sure what will the government will really get the jas gripen from sweden or refurbished f16 from USA

[@redo4510]

Thank you Pinoy administration

[@pipeline29]

An air force consists of trainer aircraftS- ALL AIR, NO FORCE

[@Rusteze_mcqueen]

Just do some research before making idiotic comments okay.

[@voidkat4202]

Philippine Focus Tree Air is the New Sea

[@vinuyajohn719]

"PUBLIC PERCEPTION" the real thing is we are agree to upgrade our PAF and OTHER DEFENSE FORCE, the problem is our country is to greed when it comes to corruption... Any Filipino know the corruption in our country. My country man changes they're perception and view about upgrading our Defense of the shiittty corruption

[@Dylon1981]

corrupt politicians made Ph so weak

[@chuckparagas324]

would love to have 10000 predator or reaper as our airforce

[@LightningKingLord]

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[@florentinosebastianjrjhun2535]

We are behind f50 jets from Korea its just fly by in ceremonies...

[@johna3142]

FA-50 dropping bombs against Jihadists in Marawi, NPA terrorists camps, air combat training with F-15s, F-16s, F-22s and F-35s considered “fly by and ceremonies”???

[@exequieltan8012]

It look like an private airline than an air force

[@Noel-to9kf]

If buy Philippines Air forces storm shadow cruises missiles in feature.

[@WirMussenDie]

The word "strong" and Philippine military shouldn't even be in the same sentence. Corruption and greed has weaken our military institutions to the point that we can't even obliterate 300 insurgents on our own.

[@misuzukisensei6704]

I think the Gripen would be better than the F16 when it comes to cheaper but effective and modern multi role jets, not to mention ease of maintenance.

[@Rusteze_mcqueen]

Gripen is now likely to be eliminated from contention since SND Gibo Teodoro is now asking for 24-36 units of MRF.

[@bornonjuly7052]

Yeah Gripen is one of the options but though it is cheaper in upront cost but it would be more costly in maintaining said assets in the long run because these company producing such aircraft is very far from asia and they have no regional hubs that can do immediate maintenance. Gripen aircraft is not widely used around the the world especially there is no country in Asia that uses it. In terms of inoperability there is a need to reconfigure it to attune with the assets purchase from Albeit system of Israel and that of thr US. The best MRF options would still be the F-16 Viper, very costly though but in terms of msintenance and operational inoperability is more cheaper than other aircraft in the long run. Also in case of war, the Phillipens can have open access to its supplies including maintenance coming from Hawai, Australia, Japan and from their floating aircraft carrier loacated around the world.

[@armadox9773]

Gripen will soon become obsolete as per european country slowly leaning away its interest on gripen because as we all know, military technology on this times are changing rapidly. And thats why gripen might become obsolete near

[@roninsct7017]

severely outnumbered by your threat and the only logical solution is quality over quantity but your first priority is cutting cost...stupid. Amateurs talk about tactics professionals talk about logistics. The only logical answer is the F-16 lwith assistance from the USA. Gripes C is what the PAF is eyeing. it doesn't have the range and the munitions availability that the block 50 or 80 F-16 has. With US assistance is the only logical solution with assistance in logistics and training for the air crew and ground staff. No way Sweden can provide that. In a crisis, the USA can bump priority to provide F-16 from its extensive inventory and reserves.

[@BatAskal]

​​@@bornonjuly7052Thailand used Gripen. Also, SAAB offers tech transfer, maintenance and training to PAF. Gripen is really the ideal jet for Philippines because they can be deployed in ad hoc shorter runways due to it being a STOL - it's air guerilla warfare. It will make Philly basically an unsinkable aircraft carrier and adversaries will have to play whack a mole figuring out where these hidden airbases can be.

[@relaxingtrip4224]

The president of the Philippines want to acquire gripen and f16...And they are also trying to acquire nuclear reactor in US and their country looking to use the plutonium to create nuclear weapons in the future

[@robaduba8095]

Tulo laway na lang lagi ng paf, andami gusto bilhin pero mananatili na lang na pangarap walang palano yung presidente sa kasalukuyan na bilhin yung mga mrf

[@suni8]

It would be better if the AFP would shift their focus on developing homemade missile systems instead. That way we can stalemate China with fewer resources needed. No need for pilots to upskill, lesser demand for gas, and cheaper maintenance compared to a jet that needs a hangar and maintenance per flight. This is also the same tactic Russia uses. Focusing on perfecting their ballistic missile system. Cheap but devastating output.

[@johna3142]

Easier said than done. A lot of sectors needed to be improved. Electricity rates, R&D base, Raw Materials orocessing, Personnel proficiency, Rocketry, Science and Technology proficiency, Constant funding. And will take decades! North Korea started many decades ago from importing, mastering Soviet technology then started developing their own.

[@Ric2108x2]

History and capability are two opposites. I prefer the latter.

[@andrewguerra9343]

Strengthen the Philippine Air Force with these aircraft: 8 extra Embraer A-29 Super Tucano Light Attack Aircraft 4 KAI FA-50 Block 20 Light Multirole Fighters 4 extra KAI FA-50 Block 10 Light Combat Aircraft 8 Mcdonnell Douglas F/A-18 Hornets 8 Panavia Tornadoes Strike Aircraft - now these babies would give the PAF a death blow to any adversaries! 8 extra Bell AH-1 Cobra Attack Helicopters 4 Boeing CH-47 Chinook Transport Helicopters

[@gc-ej5hf]

Phil air force. The best in flying kites.

[@ShinieGenie]

the PAF will be upgraded and all of our external capabilities , for as we all know the world is again tremble itself to chaos and without a proper defense on duty to pursue the duty for the public. It is now the new vision of the government's not just Philippines but also other nation's the attack of Hamas at Israel, and Ukraine - Russia war had became the major reasons of pursuing a new and modern capable Armed Forces for a nation. As many more wars and coup at the globe the dire need of the opposing nations neighbors or Allies alike need to be ready to protect it's sovereignty and rights. Nonetheless, as the rampant expansion of ideals and belief come to more global the people of each country should allow their own government to upgrade or purchase unit's for the military wether we like it or not without a gun to show and a fight to blow no countries will respect your words

[@watermirror]

Just avoid additional FA-50, US attack choppers, Blackhawks, Bell 412, all Italian aircraft

[@MrBlazemaster525]

"various obligations" Yeah, gotta give the President 10%, their spouse 10%, the Veep 10%, their spouse 10%, the Sec of Defense 15% 😂😂😂😂😂

[@TonyChua-y3q]

Don't be offended puro air kulang kulang sa force Kasi puro Plano dapat Meron by 2025 .

[@user-mb7ih6el9f]

Mocos must

[@karybalagosa7369]

Lahat ng Air Asset at Student Pilot Philippine Villamore Airbase Must FlyFighters now Squadron From First yeart to Fourth years must Train to Fight Airport Airfields Blue Reperesented

[@mr.fantastic3149]

Insert "I mean its alright like" meme reaction 🤣🤣🤣

[@commander-cg8zy]

1898 Philippine already have independent against the invaders..😊

[@Grovreicraynth]

Currently the Philippine Air Force is on its modernization campaign. However, if you're really smart about it, the current armed conflict the Philippines is actively a part of are against the rebels and terrorists. A lot of the fighting happens on the ground, and occasionally at sea. These rebel and terrorist groups don't have sophisticated fighter jets, which is why the current batch of new aircrafts are meant to be excellent at ground support operations. While yes, it's important to have these advanced air defense capabilities, with all the corruption and the significantly smaller budget they are given, the leadership has to be smart about the assets they are acquiring currently, and still have a long term plan for MRFs and air defense capabilities.

[@tomi6714]

Political beucracy is the hardest among themselves...

[@nicoaguswibiantoro5489]

Philippines is Major Country in ASEAN with Weakest Air Force, Myanmar have stronger equipment compared to PH

[@TheMaster4534]

Because Philippines is not a free country but oppressed by illegal shadow occupation by US

[@johna3142]

Myanmar is ruled by military juntas for decades until now, their military is always one of the top priorities, like North Korea.

[@nicoaguswibiantoro5489]

@@johna3142 Malaysia is Democracies but their military operates F-18 & SU-30

[@johna3142]

⁠​⁠​⁠​⁠​⁠​⁠​⁠​⁠@@nicoaguswibiantoro5489 yes but the difference is that we have past administrations who does not care about AFP Modernization Program. Pro -China Arroyo regime (9 years!!) for example shifted the AFP to Internal Security, not supported the modernization that much (2x Coups against her), wasted the 9 out of 15 year timeline of the first AFP Modernization program initiated by the previous Ramos administration. While our neighbors procured F-15s, SU-30s, SU-27s. And an Economic Crisis forced us to cancel acquiring F/A-18 jets from the US back in 1997.

[@nicoaguswibiantoro5489]

@@johna3142 PH too much depends on US Military Base in the past

[@arnieroque8454]

YOU ARE SO BEHIND IN ASEAN COUNTRIES😢😢😢

[@jeepneydriver7]

Constraints because of corruption

[@andrewguerra9343]

The Philippine Air Force is definitely a lot more prepared than the Royal New Zealand Air Force - they’re a joke!

[@gneartv]

Si colonel angas

[@reybombay4095]

You can gauge a country if its rich or poor by looking at its military equipment. If the country is rich they can buy the best military weapon that money can buy. Sadly after 50 years had past we are still a poor country.

[@night8285]

Nonsense, other countries have lower GDP than us but have a more credible defense. The government and the laws didn't support and hamper military procurements.

[@kantokuu]

Uneducated take.

[@johna3142]

Metro Manila, Central Luzon and CALABARZON have larger economy than Myanmar if combined together. Yet the Junta there have SU-30s, MiG-29s and JF-17s. It is all about priorities, if we can fund unnecessary Confidential funds, Pork projects and bloated DPWH Road Destroying projects, we can fund decently enough to uparm the AFP with modern equipment. If imbeciles in congress and senate wanted to allocate billions of php to ROTC/ Mandatory Military Service, it should be given to the AFP Modernization program first.

[@sayfolman7752]

Depend I Think Let Me Tell You A Story Base On Real Event When Diplomatic Visit Another Country House For A Dinner Diplomat A Ask Diplomat B How Can You Have Beautiful House, Car, Then He Answer You See The Road That We Pass Before We Arrive At My House 10% In My Pocket Then After A Few Year Now Diplomat B Visit Diplomat A House And Ask Same Question, Then Diplomat A Say 100% In Pocket

[@vilmarojas693]

the poorest country in its neighborhood.

[@johna3142]

Philippines: No MRF Vietnam: SU-22/27/30MK2 Thailand: F-16ADF, JAS-39CD MS20, F-5TH Super Tigris Indonesia: F-16 Block 52ID, SU-27/30, Rafale, Mirage 2000, F-15ID Singapore: F-35B, F-15SG, F-16 Block 70/72 Malaysia: SU-30MKM, F/A-18D Myanmar: SU-30SME, MiG-29 If we can fund Confidential funds, Road Destroying projects, pork barrel funds, we can fund MRFs too

[@user-mb7ih6el9f]

Marcs should seek business opportunity than stop piling it's weapons in SCS instead of follow his father tactics

[@TheMaster4534]

Exactly. Solve the massive poverty problem first, even if it means shaking hands with the Chinese "devil"

[@johna3142]

Nope, Marcos is doing both, not doing the a-licking with the SCS/WPS aggressor like his predecessor did…

[@Peepeekachu]

where is this airforce when china forcible took one of their island?

[@StukaBituka]

lol weve got trainers with guns and sidewinders just a little bit

[@brayladrianlapaz8562]

Yo

[@dksl9899]

Apparently during the previous Marcos era an indigenous missile was being developed, ironically named after the current President. But then all trace of it mysteriously disappeared...

[@fernanaquino2482]

True. Was also cancelled during Marcos era.

[@dksl9899]

@@fernanaquino2482 NOW might be a really useful time to have a locally produced missile like that...

[@fernanaquino2482]

@@dksl9899 lol anytime is a "useful" time but it's not anytime that you have the fund for it

[@mlbb.102]

At least PAF is getting rid of its flying coffins like the Broncos and Hueys.

[@Rusteze_mcqueen]

Once they secure another batch of super tucano, all broncos would be retired.

[@johna3142]

People will still complain that Super Tucano and propeller driven planes are useless since they propeller driven planes = “tora-tora, WW2 and junk”

[@pepepleaseplay]

Q: How can a average Filipino help the government efforts of modernizing its armed forces? A: First and foremost, STOP VOTE SELLING ffs

[@rmcl7583]

PAF: All Air no Force 😅

[@CabalDummy-hw7xe]

Air force? Nope. The Philippines logistic force. Hardly any air units but plenty of land personnel.

[@jakereyes564]

How strong? Think about air Force with no force just air.

[@dongkoy1990]

only air no force

[@maddog6397]

it is philippine air pores actually 😅

[@mtbman5407]

Our country also lacks Unity of the people, because of diverse cultures.