Cordillera - Philippine Air Force Officer 1LT Lei Vanette D. Alangui is one
of the 2024 OUTSTANDING WOMEN IN LAW ENFORCEMENT AND NATIONAL SECURITY
(OWLENS) AWARDEES.
1LT Alangui who traces her roots to Sagada, Mt. Province is among the women
in PH law enforcement and national security who have surmounted many
obstacle and shown skills, unique perspectives, creative ideas, and
teamwork.
1Lt Alangue, a registered nurse and working full time as a certified
military pilot of the Philippine army.
1LT Alangue is among the Philippine Air Force pilots who came from the
Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR).
The OWLENS, a brainchild of Republic Defenders (RD) in partnership with
Robinsons Land Corporation is an annual search to honor the exemplary
contributions of Filipino women in the fields of law enforcement and
national security.
OWLENS helps to inspire and motivate Filipino women by recognizing
outstanding performance that have greater impact in the organization, the
communities and the public.
PLt. Alangui is now among the PAF pilots who came from the Cordillera
Administrative Region.
Cordillera - 2nd Lieutenant Lei Vannete Alangui, a proud Igorota from the
Applai tribe of Sagada, Mt. Province is among the elite Philippine Air Force
pilot that operates the A-29B "Super Tucano" attack aircraft.
2Lt. Alangui, a registered nurse was a certified military pilot of the
elite branch of the Philippine army after finishing rigorous 15-months of
training in 2019.
The A-29B “Super Tucano” turboprop attack aircraft is built for the 15th
Strike Wing mission “To conduct counterinsurgency and special warfare
operations.”The A-29B Super Tucano’s global track record is clear; and
equally clear was the fact that it was the right tool for the 15th Strike
Wing of the Philippine Air Force and get into the hands to empower their
ground operations against the New People’s Army (NPA) and the Abu Sayyaf
Group.
This practical and affordable young attack aircraft is perfect for fighting
enemy ground forces, with its durability, lightness, and long loiter time
allowing it to remain close to the fight. With a "Too little for too much"
reputation and a Cost Per Flight Hour (CPFH) of $1000, it is a
cost-effective solution for the 15th Strike Wing.
The Super Tucano is highly interoperable with ground operations,
maneuvering deftly in high temperatures and rugged terrain. Its ability to
operate in close collaboration with ground forces makes it an ideal choice
for the 15th Strike Wing's mission.
With a combat radius of 300 nautical miles, a top speed of 367 mph, and a
range of up to 720 nautical miles, the A-29 turboprop attack aircraft is
ideal for effective attacks in urban environments and other condensed combat
situations.
In counterinsurgency operations, the A-29 can make a significant difference
in a number of ways. By providing overhead fire support, the aircraft can
identify and engage pockets of enemy fighters, reducing the need for ground
troops to enter into direct combat. Additionally, the A-29 can serve as an
intelligent node, providing targeted information and data regarding troop
movements.
The A-29 has also been recommended by the USAF for use in the Afghan war
due to the high cost of operating the A-10. Why spend resources on a costly
aircraft when the A-29 can perform the same mission at a fraction of the
cost?
With 12 years of service and thousands of combat flight hours, the A-29 has
a proven record of success with 15 air forces around the world and counting.
It is the go-to choice for close air support operations worldwide.
Cordillera - A proud Igorota from the town of Sagada, Mountain Province is
one of the successful graduate of the Philippine Airforce (PAF) Military
Training Class of 2019.
P2Lt. Lei Vanette Alangui, a registered nurse is now a certified military
pilot of the elite branch of the Philippine army after finishing rigorous
15-months of training.
Alangui is a proud Igorota from the Aplai tribe in Sagada.
Photo Courtesy || P2Lt. Lei Vanette Alangui
In 2014, she participated in the Department of Science and Technology's
Central Luzon Health and Research Development Consortium where she won the
poster place and oral presentation on the determination of the Anti Angionic
Activity of While Angel.
