MANILA: The second iteration of the Cope Thunder exercises between the Philippine Air Force (PAF) and its US counterparts started Tuesday in Clark Air Base, Mabalacat, Pampanga.
In a news release Wednesday, PAF spokesperson Ma. Col. Consuelo Castillo said approximately 1,000 PAF personnel participate in subject matter expert exchanges on planning and execution of various military missions, along with their counterparts from the US Pacific Air Forces.
Formally known as Cope Thunder 2024-2, the joint drills will end on June 28.
Castillo said Cope Thunder aims to promote interoperability of the armed forces involved in the exercise in conducting air and ground operations.
“This ensures smooth collaboration and effective response during real-world scenarios,” she added.
The Cope Thunder 2024-1 was held last April 8 to 19 and focused mainly on large-force deployment exercises.
Source: Philippines News Agency
