Philippines recieve Bell UH-1 spare parts from Japan

A door gunner of a PAF UH-1H Huey looks out before taking off for another mission. 



The Philippine Air Force (PAF) received spare parts, tools, and equipment worth around PHP2.5 billion (US$48 million) for the Bell UH-1 Huey utility helicopter.

These parts were donated as part od Japan's commitment to assist the defense and humanitarian assistance capabilities of the Philippine military.

The Japan Ground Self Defense Force (JGSDF) already retired its Bell UH-1H Huey helicopters, and the parts to support the type has become redundant. Donating it to the Philippines will not strengthen its relations and image with the Philippines, but also allow space for parts storage to be used for newer JGSDF aircraft.

The PAF confirmed that the parts wpuld enable it to bring back up at least five (5) mothballed UH-1H Huey helicopters, while aslo allowing them to support the UH-1H fleet for several more years until a replacement becomes available.



[1] Philippine News Agency
[2] Manila Bulletin

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