MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Air Force (PAF) has acquired another C-295M aircraft to boost its personnel and supplies airlifting capabilities for various operations and activities. The PAF said the arrival of the C295M will add to the present three operational C295 aircraft of the PAF to boost the capabilities of medium tactical airlift requirement of transporting troops and equipment, as well as to support disaster relief and humanitarian operations. Lorenzana, for his part, extended his congratulations to the PAF for the new acquisition and bared plans of the AFP to acquire additional C295M aircraft to further protect the country’s maritime domain. The symbolic turnover ceremony was followed by the blessing and ceremonial pouring of champagne on the new aircraft. The PAF said the newly acquired C295M will begin its operational mission transporting troops, equipment, and relief goods in support of the earthquake-affected victims in Mindanao.

Source: Philippine Star November 13, 2019 16:58 UTC