US-Philippines war games to test Israeli-made air defense system

March 5, 2024

Inquirer

In another first, the annual war games between the United States and the Philippines will test the Israeli-made air defense system during their drills in Central Luzon.

Col. Michael Logico, executive agent of the Balikatan 2024, confirmed Tuesday that Spyder (Surface-to-air Python and Derby) air defense missile system will be used in that military exercise.

“We will also be doing integrated air missile defense exercises in Central Luzon,” Logico added during the regular Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) press conference. But he did not disclose more details.

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