FREE-FALL EXERCISE. Helicopter pilots of the Philippine Army join a military free-fall exercise with the Special Forces Regiment in Fort Magsaysay, Nueva Ecija on Oct. 12, 2021. The Army said the exercise is part of efforts to further enhance the efficiency of all Army units in combat and non-combat missions. (Photo courtesy of Philippine Army) MANILA - Some two Philippine Army (PA) helicopter pilots took part in a military proficiency free-fall exercise with the Special Forces Regiment in Fort Magsaysay, Nueva Ecija. "Military free-fall is a distinct form of tactical parachuting technique employed by elite Army forces," the PA said in a Facebook post on Sunday night. It added that the exercise held on October 12 is part of the Special Forces Regiment's fourth quarter military sustainment training. Also, the PA said its Aviation "Hiraya" Regiment (P), the unit of all its pilots, is still conducting proficiency training for rotary pilots. Student pilots from the