Monday, September 30, 2019

Philippines to acquire 17 Mi-17 Helicopters from Russia

Great news indeed this morning as the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) is reportedly set to procure 16 Mi-17 Medium Lift Helicopters worth Usd 14.7 million each, and the deal is expected to be signed by President Rodrigo Duterte during his visit to Russia.

Russia is also providing an additional helicopter for free, bringing the total number of Mi-17 helicopters to be acquired by the Philippines to 17.

SOURCE: AFP set to procure 16 Russian Choppers

Update (10/04/19): This report turned out to be false after Sec. Lorenzana denied it. See this article for more information - Sec. Lorenzana denies that there is an impending Mi-17 deal

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