Korpasgat Sharpens Combat Skills Through Night Shooting Exercise

The Indonesian Air Force’s Rapid Reaction Force (Kopgasgat) held a night shooting exercise to sharpen the combat capabilities of its troops across all terrains.

The night shooting drill was carried out by personnel from the 2nd Air Defence Artillery (Arhanud) Regiment of Pasgat and the 23rd Arhanud Battalion at the Atmaji Shooting Range, Sultan Hasanuddin Air Base, Makassar, South Sulawesi, on Wednesday night.

According to a press release from the Kopgasgat Information Department received in Jakarta on Saturday, the exercise was led by the Commander of the 2nd Arhanud Regiment, Colonel Pas Dadang Hermawan.

“The activity was attended by all combined shooting personnel from the 2nd Arhanud Regiment of Pasgat and the 23rd Arhanud Battalion,” the Kopgaslag press release stated.

The shooting practice commenced at 19:40 and concluded at 21:20 WITA, followed by a collective evaluation and weapon clearing process.

“The activity proceeded smoothly and safely as all personnel adhered to the applicable safety standards,” the press release added.

Through this training, Kopgasgat hopes that all troops will possess excellent shooting skills, ensuring they are prepared for deployment in both defence and offensive missions.