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Did Philippines acquire F-16C/D Block 70/72 fighters + 112 AIM-120C-8, 40 AIM-9X, 36 GBU-39 SDB-I, Sniper pods, radars, engines?
Yes — ordered. In 2025, Philippines ordered F-16C/D Block 70/72 fighters + 112 AIM-120C-8, 40 AIM-9X, 36 GBU-39…, 20 (16 C + 4 D) units from USA (Lockheed Martin)($5.58B). Status: approved/notified (DSCA Transmittal 25-11). Reported by European Security & Defence.
| Year | 2025 |
|---|---|
| Item | F-16C/D Block 70/72 fighters + 112 AIM-120C-8, 40 AIM-9X, 36 GBU-39 SDB-I, Sniper pods, radars, engines |
| Quantity | 20 (16 C + 4 D) |
| Supplier | USA (Lockheed Martin) |
| Value | $5.58B |
| Status | ordered |
| Source | European Security & Defence |
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