RNZAF P-8A Poseidon Testing the Aircraft’s Self-protection Capability

21 Desember 2025

RNZAF P-8A Poseidon deploying flares above the Manawatū (photos: RNZAF)

The crew of one of our P-8A Poseidons have tested the aircraft’s self-protection capability in spectacular fashion above the Manawatū.

The capability would typically be deployed in conflict zones where missiles posed a threat to the Poseidon and compromised the ability for crew to achieve their task.

The No. 5 Squadron aircraft released 80 lightweight simulator flares as part of a broad assessment of its capability. The trial was a success and allowed the squadron to bring a focus on their combat capability.

“As far as the week went, it was super successful. We had all the flare-loading and firing and also the carriage of the Mark 54 torpedo. This valuable training for the whole team and it went off without a hitch.” ~ Standards Flight Commander Squadron Leader Michael Craies.

(RNZAF)

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