Participation of PN Frigate in the Sinkex at Balikatan 2023

29 April 2023

The sinking of decommissioned PN vessel, BRP Pangasinan (PS31) (all photos : PN)

PH Navy Employs Frigate, Provides Venue for Combined Joint Littoral Live Fire Exercise in Balikatan 2023

Philippine Navy's frigate, BRP Jose Rizal FF150 - PF, participated in the highlight of this year's Exercise Balikatan, the Combined Joint Littoral Live Fire Exercise.

Utilizing her main gun, the Oto Melara Super Rapid 76mm, BRP Jose Rizal (FF150) fired volleys at the decommissioned BRP Pangasinan (PS31) together with other Armed Forces of the Philippines units and participating United States military forces.

Meanwhile, PN's premier training institution, the Naval Education, Training and Doctrine Command - Philippine Navy in San Antonio, Zambales provided a conducive venue for the successful execution of the Philippines-US Combined Joint Littoral Live Fire Exercise as witnessed on-site by President and Commander in Chief, Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on April 26.

The activity, which served as the highlight of this year’s Balikatan Exercise, involved the firing of the High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS), and the sinking of decommissioned PN vessel, BRP Pangasinan (PS31) off the coastal waters of San Antonio, Zambales.

Exercise Balikatan continues to serve as one of the best training opportunities for both countries' military forces.

The PN’s participation in this significant activity underscores its commitment to improve capabilities while sustaining partnership with allies that benefits regional peace and stability.

(PN)