Philippine Army, USARPAC Execute Precision Air Assault in Salaknib Drills
A Chinook helicopter lands into a designation zone during the air assault drills as part of Salaknib Phase 2 at Camp Melchor Dela Cruz in Upi, Gamu, Isabela on June 17, 2025.⁩

Philippine Army, USARPAC Execute Precision Air Assault in Salaknib Drills

Philippine Army and U.S. Army Pacific forces executed high-impact air assault drills on June 17, 2025, as part of Salaknib Phase 2.

Riding UH-60 Black Hawks and CH-47 Chinooks, troops inserted into a hot zone, simulating a rapid-deployment combat scenario. The joint operation showcased the elite interoperability and combat readiness of both armies.

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