The Philippine House of Representatives has approved a request from the Philippine Air Force to buy five C-130J transport aircraft.
A C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron conducts a training mission over Yokota Air Base, Japan, Feb. 19, 2021. Yokota serves as the primary Western Pacific airlift hub for U.S. Air Force peacetime and contingency operations. Missions include tactical air land, airdrop, aeromedical evacuation, special operations and distinguished visitor airlift. (U.S. Air Force photo by Yasuo Osakabe)
Lawmakers realigned the 2022 General Appropriations Bill so that funds can be used for the down payment of the aircraft.
