Fourth ex-JMSDF King Air inducted into Philippine Navy

A FOURTH former Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) Beechcraft TC-90 King Air has entered Philippine Navy service. Serial 393 became operational following a ceremony at Naval Base Heracleo Alano, Sangley Point, Cavite City, on March 18. Japan has donated five JMSDF King Airs to the Philippine Navy. After modification to Philippine requirements, the first was inducted into service in November 2017, followed by the second in March 2018 and the third in May of that year. Japan has also offered