Coming soon via Hudson Supplies is the FASTmag AK for AK pattern magazines.
Injection molded using IR signature Reduction Technology, the FASTmag retains magazines with tension and is PALS compatible.
Archive for January, 2025
SHOT Show 25 – Boom Box
Monday, January 27th, 2025
SHOT Show 25 – SureFire’s Ballistic Shield Light
Monday, January 27th, 2025The Ballistic Shield Light from SureFire features a Hybrid beam pattern that provides excellent throw for medium-to-long distance identification while ensuring ample surround light for situational awareness.
Powered by either a single 18650 rechargeable battery or two 123A batteries, the Ballistic Shield Light offers the following performance:
– With one 18650 battery: 1,500 lumens, 32,000 candela, and a runtime of 2.5 hours
– With two 123A batteries: 1,100 lumens, 23,000 candela, and a runtime of 1.5 hours
It weighs just 1.24 lbs and features a sleek bezel diameter of 1.7 inches, ensuring a compact and lightweight design that integrates seamlessly with ballistic shields without compromising mobility.
SHOT Show 25 – Spiritus Systems LV-120
Monday, January 27th, 2025
The much anticipated LV-120 plate carrier debuted last week during SHOT Show.
The carrier itself is made from XPAC and integrates articulating shoulder straps.
Reactive one size cummerbund is stretchy with plenty of adjustment inside the carrier. It’s also rigid and made from Curv with the ability to integrate FirstSpear Tubes.
Inside, you’ll find padding and ventilation!
The LV-120 will be offered in MultiCam, Coyote, Ranger Green, and Black.
Coming early Q2 from www.spiritussystems.com.
Iron Sharpens Iron
Monday, January 27th, 2025This video, produced by US Army Special Operations Command, features remarks presented by Command Sergeant Major Dave Waldo at the John F. Kennedy Special Warfare and School Regimental First Formation on September 19th, 2024.
It is a charge for our newest generation, just now coming of age, to be more, to be better than even those of the Greatest Generation. We need you now, more than ever.
Take up the challenge join those who came before you, so that this nation will not perish from the earth.
The message is powerful. Share it.
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Innovation Takes Flight: Air Commandos Showcase Creative Solutions at ‘Thunder Dome 2025’
Monday, January 27th, 2025
HURLBURT FIELD, Fla. —
Last week, Air Commandos across Air Force Special Operations Command participated in the Thunder Dome innovation competition, at Hurlburt Field, Florida, Jan 7-8, 2025.
As part of the competition, Air Commandos presented their projects and ideas to AFSOC senior leaders. Many participants sought to either replace or enhance existing systems within their work centers to extend the longevity of their operations.
For example, a Senior Airman from the 352nd Special Operations Wing at Royal Air Force Mildenhall, England, presented a solution that uses more durable materials to protect equipment used for airdrops. By mitigating wear and tear during standard operations, the concept would extend the service life of the unit’s airdrop platforms. She added that the proposal would enhance mission effectiveness and decrease hours of manpower spent performing repairs.
Chief Master Sgt. Anthony Green, command chief of AFSOC, lauded the participants’ efforts in identifying solutions to improve their units.
“This competition goes back to the roots of being an Air Commando,” Green said. “You have all demonstrated that people with an innovative mindset help get the mission done. You are each trying to make your units the best they can possibly be and that’s really what being an Air Commandos is all about.”
This year’s competition saw 33 new project submissions across all of AFSOC. Upon review of the projects’ feasibility, leadership selected eight teams to present at the final judging panel. The command awarded funding to six of the final projects.
In addition to awarding funding, the Thunder Dome competition aims to foster a culture of innovation and creativity, which in turn, will help AFSOC outpace its strategic competitors, said Lt. Gen. Michael Conley, commander of AFSOC.
“Across the board I applaud you all for thinking outside the box – literally and figuratively,” Conley said.
The AFSOC innovation campaign is ongoing and Air Commandos at all levels are encouraged to submit ideas to AFSOC Innovation Campaign | GAIN | Guardians and Airmen Innovation Network for out of cycle funding consideration and to compete in the FY26 Thunder Dome competition. It’s never too early to submit.
Air Force Special Operations Command Public Affairs
Platatac Expands Range of Gear in Terra Firma Pattern
Sunday, January 26th, 2025The Terra Firma Pattern was engineered for the diverse landscapes of Australia. Tailored to integrate flawlessly with the Australian Multi-Camouflage Uniform (AMCU), TFP elevates the performance and appearance of the Australian Defence Force’s uniforms and gear, ensuring superior adaptability and effectiveness in any environment.
The range of products in products continues to grow and includes clothing and load carriage.
platatac.com/catalogue/terra-firma-pattern-
TRICARE Online Patient Portal Decommissioning: Download Your Health Records Now
Sunday, January 26th, 2025FALLS CHURCH, Va. –
On April 1, the TRICARE Online Patient Portal will no longer be available. The Department of Defense’s new electronic health record—MHS GENESIS—has replaced the TOL Patient Portal. As part of the transition, the DOD is decommissioning the TOL Patient Portal.
If you want to keep a copy of your legacy health records for personal use, you must download them from the TOL Patient Portal before April 1.
“All military hospitals and clinics have transitioned to MHS GENESIS. We encourage you to take these important steps to save your personal health records before the TOL Patient Portal decommissions,” said Rear Adm. Tracy Farrill, Principal Deputy, Assistant Director for Health Care Administration, and Military Health System EHR Functional Champion at the Defense Health Agency. “Your medical history is a valuable resource for managing your health, and saving your records now ensures you have access if you need it.”
Here’s what you need to know before the TOL Patient Portal decommissions.
Why is the TOL Patient Portal decommissioning?
The MHS GENESIS Patient Portal has replaced the TOL Patient Portal. As detailed in the TRICARE Choices in the United States Handbook, MHS GENESIS allows you to access your EHR 24/7. You can also book and cancel appointments, request prescription refills and renewals, see clinical notes and certain test results, and exchange secure messages with your military healthcare team.
The change from TOL to MHS GENESIS eliminates the need to maintain two systems and streamlines EHR management.
What will happen to my records?
Provider access: Your provider will continue to have access to your complete health records.
Personal access: You can use the steps below to download your legacy records for personal use before April 1. You can also request a physical copy from your military hospital or clinic’s records management office. To do this, you’ll need to complete a request form in person, and then return at a later designated time to pick up the records. Beginning April 1, if you want your legacy health records, you’ll have to follow this process.
What should I do now?
To keep copies of your legacy health records, follow these instructions:
Visit www.TRICAREOnline.com.
Log in: Sign in using your DS Logon, CAC, or DFAS myPay credentials. If you don’t have a DS Logon, you’ll need to create one by clicking “Need An Account.”
Access: On the TOL homepage, click the blue “Health Record” button to view your personal health data.
Find data: Select “Download My Data.” You’ll see several data categories.
Customize: Choose the person, data types, date range, and format for the records you want to download.
Download: You can choose to download your records in portable document format (.pdf) or as a (.xml) continuity of care document. The CCD format allows you to share your data with family, caregivers, providers, and healthcare systems, or to document data in your preferred personal health record.
Save: After downloading, you can either open the file or save it securely for future use. You can also print your records and store them in a safe place.
Important details
Your records won’t transfer to MHS GENESIS once TOL decommissions.
Your TOL health records only reflect periods of time when your military hospital or clinic was using TOL. Note: If you moved from one duty station to another, and one military hospital or clinic used TOL and the other used MHS GENESIS, your records in MHS GENESIS may have gaps. You’ll find these “gap” records in the TOL Patient Portal. Be sure to download them.
You can only download your records from the past 30 years, from the date you log in to TOL.
Protect your health information. When you download or print your personal health information, it becomes your responsibility to keep it safe. Use secure options. Avoid saving personal data on unsecure devices or platforms.
It’s also important to know that if you’re planning to file a claim with the Department of Veterans Affairs, this decommissioning won’t affect your ability to do so. Providers will still have access to your complete health records.
Can I see my children’s health records?
Yes. You can view all available health data for your children under the age of 12. For children aged 12 to 17, you may view COVID-19, coronavirus, and flu test results, as well as allergies, vitals, and immunization data.
Due to state privacy laws, there are limits to what health data you can view online for your children aged 12 to 17. You can request printed results from your child’s clinic or provider.
Don’t wait—take action
Remember: The TOL Patient Portal will only be available until April 1. Take the time now to download and store your health records to ensure you can easily access them if needed.
To get started or learn more, visit the TOL Patient Portal.
By TRICARE Communications
