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Philippines is set to acquire FA-50 Fighting Eagle  through government to government procurement.

KAI FA-50 Fighting Eagle Firepower

Performance

• State of the art avionics
• Multi-role purpose combat aircraft
• Engine: GE F404-102
• Maximum Power : 177,00 lbs
• Maximum Takeoff Weight : 27,300 lbs
• Length: 43.1 ft
• Width: 31 ft
• Height: 15.9 ft
• Wing Area: 255 sq. ft

Aircraft Capability

• Electronic warfare defense capability RWR, CMDS
• Share real time battlefield information through tactics data link
• Close joint capability
• Night tactics capability NVIS
• Maximum of 10,500 lbs weapon load

Armament

• Machine gun: 20 mm internal
• Air to air Missile: AIM – 9 Missile
• Air to Ground Missile: AGM – 65 Missile
• Precision Guided Munitions: JDAM, WCMD

• 1. http://www.janes.com/article/28509/south-korea-philippines-sign-defence-trade-accords-for-fa-50
• 2. http://globalnation.inquirer.net/88187/aquino-ph-close-to-finalizing-deal-on-purchase-of-korean-fighter-jets

According to its website, the aircraft can accommodate up to 36 paratroopers and up to 18 stretchers with four attendants.

Aircraft Capability

• ASW Capability
• Transport Troops and Cargo
• Maritime Patrol
• Medical Evacuation

The Philippine Government is signing a contract of  8 Attack  AW109 power helicopter  for P3.4 billion. 
The aircraft will be used to perform a range of duties including homeland security, armed reconnaissance and close combat support. Agusta Westland  AW-109 Power Helicopter is a three-ton class eight seat helicopter powered by two Pratt and Whitney PW206C engines.


The Aircraft Features:

• Eight seat twin engine
• Fully separated fuel system
• Dual hydraulic system
• Spacious cabin