Manila, Dec. 12 -- The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) on Friday marked a new milestone after three women completed the PCG's airborne course and became the agency's first female paratroopers.

In a statement, PCG Commandant, Admiral Ronnie Gil Gavan, said Lt. Junior Grade Deborah Magannon, Seawoman First Honey Beverly Seblos, and Apprentice Seawoman Sahada Sakib completed the demanding course with "grit, discipline, and heart."

"Their achievement is more than a badge; it's a breakthrough for every woman in uniform and every young Filipina who dreams of serving the nation," Gavan said.

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On the other hand, PCG announced that its three personnel also completed the highly specialized Aircraft Counte...