Manila, Sept. 5 -- Noting its vital role in transporting the president of the Philippines and other important persons, Department of National Defense (DND) Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. called for the continued modernization and upgrade of the 250th Presidential Airlift Wing (PAW).

A DND statement on Friday said Teodoro made the call during the celebration of the 250th PAW's 57th founding anniversary at the Villamor Air Base in Pasay City where he was guest of honor.

"The 250th Presidential Airlift Wing is not merely a transport unit, but a vital command and control adjunct of the President and his Cabinet -- ensuring that the executive function of government remains unhampered at all times," the DND statement quoted Teodoro as saying ...