MANILA, Philippines - For many years, the Philippine Navy has not been able to detect submarines of its mightier neighbors lurking in the country's waters. But that is about to change. The Navy will finally have a top-of-the-line anti-submarine capability with the acquisition of two AgustaWestland AW-159 helicopters. "It's a great leap sa capability natin kasi meron na tayong facility that can locate subsurface, submarines na dumadaan sa waters natin," Flag Officer in Command Vice Adm. Robert Empedrad said Tuesday. He said the helicopters arrived early Tuesday but did not discuss other details.  ...
Keep on reading: Philippine Navy takes ‘great leap’ with new anti-submarine helicopters
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