The submarine 'Galerna' makes a stop in Palma after exercises in the Mediterranean

PalmThe submarine Gale The submarine S-71 docked this Sunday at the Portopí naval base in Palma, after participating in a series of military exercises in the Mediterranean with other Navy units. During the maneuvers, the S-71 simulated the mining of maritime areas and the protection of shipping lanes, tasks in which submarines excel due to their discretion and versatility. Built at the Bazán National Shipyard in Cartagena and incorporated into the fleet in 1983, the Gale It is the first submarine of its class and has accumulated more than forty years of active service, including missions under the command of the EU and NATO.

With a length of 68 meters and a beam of 6.8 meters, the submarine can travel at 12 knots on the surface and up to 20.5 knots submerged, with an endurance of 45 days. The crew consists of 70 members, including officers, petty officers, and sailors.

The functions of the Gale They go beyond tactical exercises: they conduct reconnaissance patrols and intelligence gathering, protect naval forces, infiltrate special teams, and defend maritime sovereignty zones. The ladder in Palma will allow for resupply and keep the submarine ready for future missions.