Posted to Panay News (May 20, 2023): Marcos watches Navy’s blooper on surface-to-air missile test
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is onboard the BRP Davao del Sur to witness the Philippine Navy’s first-ever anti-air warfare capabilities during a live demonstration off the coast of San Antonio, Zambales on May 19, 2023. PNA
ZAMBALES — President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Friday watched as the Philippine Navy committed a blooper.
This was during the demonstration of Philippine Navy’s weapon systems in the West Philippine Sea.
As the highlight of the event, Navy was supposed to show the firepower of Mistral 3 surface-to-air missile.
Wikipedia describes Mistral 3 as a short-range air defense missile system that can be used from vehicles, surface ships, helicopters, and in portable configuration. It has an infrared imaging seeker and possesses advance image processing capabilities.
Unfortunately, the chief executive failed to see this military wonder since its mock target – a drone – did not launch!
Apparently, there were some technical issues.
Prior to this, Marcos’ presidential chopper landed at BRP Davao del Sur’s helipad.
The frigate was situated 10 nautical miles west of Naval Station Leovigildo Gantioqui in San Antonio, Zambales where testing took place.
During his speech, the commander-in-chief emphasized the importance of a well-equipped armed forces.
“With the fluid security situation in our region, it is imperative that the Armed Forces of the Philippines and, of course, the Navy is substantially equipped, trained, and always on alert to respond to any and all exigencies that may confront our nation,” Marcos said.
“It is for this prime reason that we exert a continuous effort to strengthen the capacity of our Armed Forces,” he added.
The chief executive observed as BRP Antonio Luna unleashed bullfighter chaffs which were meant to deflect enemy’s anti-ship missile.
This equipment created a cloud of smoke as it released fine lightweight metal fibers, creating a radar signature similar to the ship.
This results in a visual confusion on enemy’s radar.
Also, Navy’s anti-submarine helicopter called AW159 discharged a dummy torpedo, which plunged into the sea without a target. (John Eric Mendoza © Philippine Daily Inquirer)
https://www.panaynews.net/marcos-watches-navys-blooper-on-surface-to-air-missile-test/
ZAMBALES — President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Friday watched as the Philippine Navy committed a blooper.
This was during the demonstration of Philippine Navy’s weapon systems in the West Philippine Sea.
As the highlight of the event, Navy was supposed to show the firepower of Mistral 3 surface-to-air missile.
Wikipedia describes Mistral 3 as a short-range air defense missile system that can be used from vehicles, surface ships, helicopters, and in portable configuration. It has an infrared imaging seeker and possesses advance image processing capabilities.
Unfortunately, the chief executive failed to see this military wonder since its mock target – a drone – did not launch!
Apparently, there were some technical issues.
Prior to this, Marcos’ presidential chopper landed at BRP Davao del Sur’s helipad.
The frigate was situated 10 nautical miles west of Naval Station Leovigildo Gantioqui in San Antonio, Zambales where testing took place.
During his speech, the commander-in-chief emphasized the importance of a well-equipped armed forces.
“With the fluid security situation in our region, it is imperative that the Armed Forces of the Philippines and, of course, the Navy is substantially equipped, trained, and always on alert to respond to any and all exigencies that may confront our nation,” Marcos said.
“It is for this prime reason that we exert a continuous effort to strengthen the capacity of our Armed Forces,” he added.
The chief executive observed as BRP Antonio Luna unleashed bullfighter chaffs which were meant to deflect enemy’s anti-ship missile.
This equipment created a cloud of smoke as it released fine lightweight metal fibers, creating a radar signature similar to the ship.
This results in a visual confusion on enemy’s radar.
Also, Navy’s anti-submarine helicopter called AW159 discharged a dummy torpedo, which plunged into the sea without a target. (John Eric Mendoza © Philippine Daily Inquirer)
https://www.panaynews.net/marcos-watches-navys-blooper-on-surface-to-air-missile-test/
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