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14/05/23 21:03 PM IST

Soaring Eagle exercise

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  • The South Korea Air Force recently commenced the Soaring Eagle exercise, a large-scale training program aimed at enhancing its combat capabilities and ensuring the country’s defense posture.
About the Exercise
  • The Soaring Eagle exercise began at the Cheongju air base, situated 112 kilometers south of Seoul.
  • Over 160 personnel and nearly 60 warplanes, including F-35A stealth fighters, F-15Ks, KF-16s, and KC-330 tanker transport aircraft, were mobilized for the exercise.
  • One key aspect of the exercise is the air interdiction drills, which aim to train pilots to neutralize enemy targets swiftly.
  • These drills involve targeting stationary artillery batteries and mobile missile launchers.
  • The goal is to enhance the pilots’ ability to respond effectively in critical situations, minimizing the time required to eliminate potential threats.
  • The Soaring Eagle exercise plays a vital role in equipping the South Korea Air Force with swift response capabilities against increasing enemy provocations and threats.
  • It allows the Air Force to verify its strike capabilities against various threat targets, ensuring optimal operational readiness.
  • Since its inception in 2008, the exercise has been conducted once or twice a year, underscoring its significance in maintaining the country’s defense preparedness.
Source- korean Herald

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