Petty Officer Brian Diaz showcased his skills during NATO's Formidable Shield 25 exercise by shooting down a practice drone with a .50 caliber machine gun. This exercise, the largest live-fire naval training in Europe, allowed various NATO forces to engage in realistic defense scenarios, involving both missile and drone threats. Diaz expressed that such exercises provide him confidence in his capabilities, which are crucial as unmanned vehicles increasingly impact naval combat. The drills tested the USS Thomas Hudner's diverse weaponry against simulated threats, proving essential for modern naval training.
Being able to go through the motions just gives me peace of mind, that I know I can do it, come the need to do it.
Formidable Shield is Europe's largest live-fire naval exercise and a key opportunity for allies to train for a variety of air defense scenarios.
The drills included missile and drone engagements, crucial for preparing naval forces against evolving threats in warfare.
Diaz engaged multiple threats throughout the exercise, demonstrating the effectiveness of the Thomas Hudner's advanced weapon systems.
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