Philippines, Aug. 18 -- Lockheed Martin announced the delivery of five new Black Hawk(R) helicopters to the Philippine Air Force. This milestone contributes to the ongoing modernization of the country's defense capabilities and reinforces its position as a key member of the global fleet of Black Hawk operators. For example, in exercises in April, the PAF used their Black Hawks as part of a joint training exercise conducted by the 205th Tactical Helicopter Wing in coordination with the Philippine Navy aboard the BRP Davao del Sur. In May, the PAF and the U.S. Air Force completed the joint Cope Thunder Philippines that involved aircraft from both fleets. The PAF S-70i Black Hawks were part of a comprehensive program of flight and field traini...