The naval ship BRP SALVADOR ABCEDE (PC114) performs naval gun firing tests on the Bohol sea waters.
Naval Task Force 50 operational control patrol craft, BRP
SALVADOR ABCEDE (PC114) held its test-firing of weapons on board at vicinity
seawaters of Bohol to maintain the proficiency of gun crews during the actual
firing scenario for mission-ready status.
The main armament of the PC114 is a 40 mm BOFORS anti-aircraft gun and the secondary armaments are made up of.50 M2HB Browning calibre heavy machine guns and 7.62 mm M60 light machine guns.
The regular conduct of an artillery exercise ensures the
operational and combat preparedness of all ship’s crew against various air and
surface enemies.
The live fire exercise was conducted on November 18 in
compliance with COVID-19 safety and health practices. A Notice to Mariners
(NOTAM) was issued before the date of the trial fire to inform transiting
vessels of the danger within the practice area.
In addition, two picket boats of the 5th PB Division were
used to sweep and secure the designated firing zone against unwanted traffic
intrusions. The medical team was also onboard PC114, always ready for medical
intervention. BRP SALVADOR ABCEDE carried out the activity safely and
successfully, without casualties of personnel and equipment.
A naval gunnery target balloon called “killer tomato” was utilized and was hit during live fire. The PC114 under the leadership of the NTF50 continued to excel in gun control beyond battle readiness to ensure a safe and secure maritime environment in the central Visayas.
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