Philippine Navy successfully tests Spike NLOS missile system

The Philippine Navy successfully tested its Spike Non-Line-of-Sight (NLOS) missile system west of San Antonio, Zambales, demonstrating improved capability to defend the nation's maritime domain.

An AW159 anti-submarine helicopter achieved the first-ever aerial launch of a Spike NLOS in Philippine Navy history, while the BRP Tomas Campo (PG-908) executed a separate missile launch.

Rear Admiral Alan M. Javier, Chief of Naval Staff and Acting Flag Officer in Command, witnessed the exercise.

Developed by Israel's Rafael Advanced Defense Systems, the Spike NLOS is a precision-guided missile system enabling strikes from long distances.

Its integration enhances the Navy's standoff strike capabilities, maritime defense, strategic deterrence, rapid response, protection of strategic areas, and flexible operations.

The demonstration was part of the implementation of the Comprehensive Archipelagic Defense Concept (CADC) by the Armed Forces of the Philippines.

Capt. Benjo Negranza stated this marks a step towards a modern, multi-capable maritime defense force ready to safeguard the nation's sovereignty and territorial integrity.