New reservists for AFM

The Armed Forces of Malta have enlisted 36 new volunteer reservists for service with the 2nd Regiment's Air Defence Battery (ADB). Chosen from 119 applicants, the batch of new recruits is the fourth of its kind. The reservists were chosen after a tough...

The Armed Forces of Malta have enlisted 36 new volunteer reservists for service with the 2nd Regiment's Air Defence Battery (ADB).

Chosen from 119 applicants, the batch of new recruits is the fourth of its kind. The reservists were chosen after a tough and thorough selection process.

The Emergency Volunteer Reserve Force is made up of young men and women who are willing to give up time in order to assist the AFM in emergencies. Along with their monthly training obligations on weekends, the volunteers have to attend an annual eight-day camp which is usually held in October.

The 2nd Regiment's Air Defence Battery is responsible for the light anti-aircraft defence of vulnerable targets, such as the airport, and also with coastal surveillance. It operates out of the airport and includes the palace tower signal station and its coastal surveillance troop.

The Battery has two officers and 89 other ranks, and is under the command of Captain Martin C. Galea.

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