Today, His Majesty's Canadian Ship (HMCS) Regina successfully completed Joint Littoral Targeting Exercise 2024 (JoLTEX 24) at the United States Navy's Point Mugu Sea Range off the coast of Southern California.
JoLTEX developed and tested targeting processes, including firing a surface-to-surface missile against a simulated surface-to-surface combatant, using a Harpoon Block II missile. The exercise supported the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) ships' ability to employ sea-based weapons against targets on or near land.
Conducting realistic training like JoLTEX 24 enhances the RCN's ability to contribute to future operations and exercises with partners and allies. Exercises of this kind allow RCN ships and sailors to develop and refine their skills under realistic conditions, increasing their overall mission effectiveness, and affirming that the RCN remains a vital partner in maintaining peace and security.
