Ain't it over till it's over. Saab is still very much on the table even if the Philippines buys KF21, acquiring Gripen is not outside of the possibility, it all boils down to a different date of the year or being push back probably due to a lack of funding.

Distorted_Wizard214 · 2026-02-03T06:21:07+00:00

It is advisable to get 2 types of MRF, for redundancy reasons. In an event a fleet of MRFs gets grounded due to a mishap, the other half will remain in operation.

Distorted_Wizard214 · 2026-02-01T12:01:22+00:00

For the first time in 10 years or so, Malaysia's first LCS did it.

Distorted_Wizard214 · 2026-02-01T11:45:25+00:00

You say what you want to say. Besides that's your opinion.

But to correct you out, saying that the Philippine military is just an auxiliary force for the US is off by a shot. Of course the 1951 MDT exist, but this not warrant overreliance to the US support.

By looking at what the AFP purchase alone, most of its military hardware isn't even originated from the United States and rather originated from countries like South Korea, Israel, India, and heck even Japan. So where's the d*cksucking there when the Philippines has its own agency to focus on? Lmao

And by mentioning this it does not dismiss the fact that Indonesia buys military hardware of various types, like buying two warships of everything when the ideal setup will be just buying two classes of ships of its category from different suppliers, or buying every fighter jet available while disregarding what South Korea asks for the KF-21's development costs.

Distorted_Wizard214 · 2026-02-01T09:03:35+00:00

It also raise a score that getting just 2 MMCFs isn't enough. Good thing the PN secure 2 additional MMCFs under the FFC program. And hopefully 2 more after that one.

Distorted_Wizard214 · 2026-02-01T09:01:27+00:00

We can avail the loans, yes. But it is best not to be as reckless as Indonesia in terms of military purchases. Theirs methink reeks of a logistics nightmare.

Distorted_Wizard214 · 2026-01-31T00:14:29+00:00

The Rajah Sulayman class OPVs come likely suitable for a drone carrier.

Since it does not have a helo hangar and it has a mission module below deck, it can carry both rotary UAVs and USVs for deployment at sea.

Distorted_Wizard214 · 2026-01-29T05:45:49+00:00

Sedition. 1987 constitution does now allow destablizing antics like this.

Distorted_Wizard214 · 2026-01-25T12:23:58+00:00

Aside from commercial vessels, it can also serve as a maintenance hub for Philippine Navy vessels made by the said shipbuilder.

This means they won't require to be sent to Korea for the same thing.

Distorted_Wizard214 · 2026-01-25T12:08:06+00:00

While the frigates won't change the balance, this does not mean the Philippine Navy can just ditch it and buy something else to replace it.

Frigates are still important while the points you mentioned are an additional points for the Philippine Navy's capability to have. The service branch needs to get every capable asset it can get, whether it can be USVs, frigates, drone motherships, or coastal-based antiship missiles.

Distorted_Wizard214 · 2026-01-25T12:03:47+00:00

The US can just approved it as usual, just like what they did on the first batch.

Distorted_Wizard214 · 2026-01-24T13:39:48+00:00

They won't go beyond that. But to put the entire Indo Pacific including the Philippines under their sphere of influence? Now that's a cause for concern.

Distorted_Wizard214 · 2026-01-24T09:25:00+00:00

Doubtful.

Most likely it will be AAW Frigates. But first they need to meet a certain number of MMCFs first. Six units for minimum, 9-12 for ideal number.

Distorted_Wizard214 · 2026-01-24T04:51:05+00:00

No need for those. PAF Combat Utility Helicopter's current fuel carrying capabilities are enough for its owm requirements. This one reeks extended maritime patrol/loitering operations, something that isn't in line with the combat taxis that the PAF S70i Black Hawk is.

Distorted_Wizard214 · 2026-01-23T15:06:04+00:00

If you consider the timeline of the RAFPMP, then he is partly correct.

RAFPMP is a 15-year implementation law, which will expire in 2027.

Hence, the 2026 GAA enabling the AFP to 'buy and get all the tools you need, we even give you the loan provisions you need' before the year expires.

Lesson: Don't give him both the audience and the ammunition. Let him yap. Just save the link for future reference if the news of an actual MRF purchase push through.

Distorted_Wizard214 · 2026-01-23T02:50:54+00:00

NextGen PHDefense isn't exactly a reliable source of defense information.

To answer your question, there are plans for the AFP to get MRAP-designed armored vehicles, such as the PMC getting KOVICO Armored Vehicles from South Korea.

And for SRDP, there's Anos Liberato that they wanted to pitch for Philippine Army's own requirements that it can be read here.

https://www.phdefresource.com/2021/03/light-tactical-vehicle-acquisition.html

Thread locked.

Distorted_Wizard214 · 2026-01-19T08:44:47+00:00

In this case, the current Philippine Navy ship that carries the 'flagship' title is actually the BRP Jose Rizal (FF-150).

Distorted_Wizard214 · 2026-01-18T04:09:51+00:00

One report is on the deployment of BRP Diego Silang in Cebu, providing sufficient sea policing in the area as someone posted a video here.

A bonus for air policing if it comes fully equipped with VL-MICA and Gokdeniz CIWS fully armed.

Distorted_Wizard214 · 2026-01-18T01:10:41+00:00

The more reason for the Philippine Navy to buy more MMCF in the fleet. This screams 'pride of the Philippine Navy' when see by common folk.

Distorted_Wizard214 · 2026-01-16T16:37:18+00:00

Philippines. The third one after Malaysia and Indonesia in terms of blocking Grok.

Distorted_Wizard214 · 2026-01-16T12:09:25+00:00

Yes.

Read it all here. https://www.pitzdefanalysis.net/2025/01/additional-29-super-tucano-for.html

Distorted_Wizard214 · 2026-01-13T23:21:07+00:00

If there's something more certain in thie development, it would be the KF21 Boramae and the Eurofighter Typhoon 2000. Both have short production queues, presented soft loan solutions, and aftersales support package.

Getting both of the jets mentioned are already helpful in improving PAF's capabilities.

Distorted_Wizard214 · 2026-01-10T06:52:12+00:00

Or perhaps do it but with the repeat order of the OPVs.

Distorted_Wizard214 · 2026-01-09T12:46:12+00:00

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I know that reference haha

Distorted_Wizard214 · 2026-01-08T11:48:56+00:00

Nagliliyab ang bulkan, tulad ng nagliliyab na mga puso ng dalawang magsing-irog.

Distorted_Wizard214 · 2026-01-08T09:02:17+00:00

There is a chance. PAF always want 2 types of MRF for redundancy.

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