Saudi forces join air, missile drill in UAE

The exercise aims to boost combat readiness, improve operational planning, and simulate realistic air and missile warfare scenarios. (SPA)
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  • ATLC-35, one of the region’s key joint air exercises, aims to boost combat readiness, improve operational planning, and simulate realistic air and missile warfare scenarios

RIYADH: The Royal Saudi Air Force and the Royal Saudi Air Defense Force are taking part in the ATLC-35 aerial warfare and missile defense exercise in the UAE, alongside allied nations.

ATLC-35, one of the region’s key joint air exercises, aims to boost combat readiness, improve operational planning, and simulate realistic air and missile warfare scenarios, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Wednesday.

The Royal Saudi Air Force is participating with Tornado aircraft, conducting defensive and offensive operations, combat search and rescue, night flights, and aerial refueling.

The exercise is part of a series of drills to share expertise, refine air combat tactics, and strengthen military cooperation among participating nations.