U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to 3rd Platoon, Alpha Battery, 1st Long Range Fires Battalion, 1st Multi-Domain Task Force fire an M142 High Mobility Rocket System during Exercise Balikatan 24 at Rizal, Philippines, May 2, 2024. BK 24 is an annual exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and the U.S. military designed to strengthen bilateral interoperability, capabilities, trust, and cooperation built over decades of shared experiences. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Kyle Chan)
FILIPINO and United States Corps units on Thursday successfully conducted a live-fire exercise at Campong Ulay in the coastal town of Rizal, Palawan, using the High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) and other key assets in a simulated coastal defense scenario.
In a statement Friday, Combined Joint Information Bureau chief Lt.Col. John Paul Salgado said the precision and long-range hitting capabilities of this state-of-the-art artillery system demonstrated its importance in contemporary conflict scenarios.
“Following the HIMARS strike, Philippine Marines skillfully deployed a 105mm howitzer, adding another layer of firepower to the defensive maneuvers. This combined use of advanced rocket systems and artillery demonstrates the PMC’s proficiency in employing diverse weaponry for effective coastal defense,” he added.
In order to simulate a rapid response situation, two landing craft air cushion (LCAC) vehicles were launched from a nearby amphibious vessel and joined the forces on the beach.
This demonstrated the rapid deployment and mobility of maritime assets, essential for effective response and defense in coastal areas.
Salgado said the successful execution of the coastal defense live fire exercise not only highlighted the proficiency of participating units but also affirmed the enduring commitment of the Philippines and the United States to uphold peace, security, and prosperity in the region.
FILIPINO and United States Corps units on Thursday successfully conducted a live-fire exercise at Campong Ulay in the coastal town of Rizal, Palawan, using the High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) and other key assets in a simulated coastal defense scenario.
In a statement Friday, Combined Joint Information Bureau chief Lt.Col. John Paul Salgado said the precision and long-range hitting capabilities of this state-of-the-art artillery system demonstrated its importance in contemporary conflict scenarios.
“Following the HIMARS strike, Philippine Marines skillfully deployed a 105mm howitzer, adding another layer of firepower to the defensive maneuvers. This combined use of advanced rocket systems and artillery demonstrates the PMC’s proficiency in employing diverse weaponry for effective coastal defense,” he added.
In order to simulate a rapid response situation, two landing craft air cushion (LCAC) vehicles were launched from a nearby amphibious vessel and joined the forces on the beach.
This demonstrated the rapid deployment and mobility of maritime assets, essential for effective response and defense in coastal areas.
Salgado said the successful execution of the coastal defense live fire exercise not only highlighted the proficiency of participating units but also affirmed the enduring commitment of the Philippines and the United States to uphold peace, security, and prosperity in the region.
https://businessmirror.com.ph/2024/05/04/filipino-us-troops-conduct-himars-live-fire/
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