The Nigerian Airforce (NAF) has attributed the success in the war against terrorist group, Boko Haram, on the newly acquired aircrafts in its fleet.
The Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Adesola Amosun, made the assertion on Tuesday, while marking his second year in office even as the air force marks its 51st anniversary.
Amosun informed everyone at the event that, the new aircrafts comprised the King Air 350, Mi- Series Helicopter Gunship, UAVs and DA-42 Diamond Aircraft.
“I am happy to inform you that so much have been achieved for the NAF within the period under review,” he said.
According to Premium Times, Amosun also said NAF has installed and programmed newly acquired radios in the Northeast to aid a successful military operations against the insurgents.
He said the C-130 aircraft, Super Puma Helicopter Gunship and DO-228 assisted the air force in fighting the terrorists. He further noted that, the aircrafts are routinely subjected to maintenance and adequate checks to ensure they are always in good condition.
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