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Draganfly and SafeLane Global Enter into Multi-Year Agreement with Draganfly as the Preferred Global Provider of Landmine Mapping Drones and Aerial Survey Services

Monday, April 14th, 2025

First Ukraine Landmine Aerial Survey Contract Underway

Tampa, FL — April 10, 2025 — Draganfly Inc. (NASDAQ: DPRO) (CSE: DPRO) (FSE: 3U8) (“Draganfly” or the “Company”), an industry-leading developer of drone solutions and systems, today announced that it has been selected by SafeLane Global Ltd. (“SafeLane”) as its preferred unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and aerial survey provider.

SafeLane, a world-renowned specialist in explosive threat mitigation, is one of only two private organizations licensed by the Ukrainian Ministry of Defense to conduct landmine and explosive ordnance clearance operations in Ukraine. With over 30 years of experience across more than 60 countries, SafeLane supports governments, humanitarian organizations, and commercial clients in the clearance and disposal of landmines, unexploded ordnance (UXO), and explosive remnants of war (ERW), both on land and underwater.

Under the agreement, Draganfly will provide advanced drone solutions, including UAVs, specialized sensors, and data analysis services, to support SafeLane’s global mine action initiatives. The collaboration aims to enhance the speed, accuracy, and safety of explosive threat detection and removal operations in high-risk environments.

“We are honored to be selected as SafeLane’s UAS partner,” said Cameron Chell, President and CEO of Draganfly. “This partnership represents a significant opportunity to leverage Draganfly’s technology to support critical humanitarian and defense efforts. Together, we will work to deliver scalable, innovative solutions for global landmine action.”

The companies will co-develop joint intellectual property and standard operating procedures tailored for aerial mine detection and clearance. SafeLane will lead proposal submissions and operational deployment, while Draganfly will provide technology, mission planning, piloting, and survey analysis.

According to the Landmine Monitor 2023, more than 60 million landmines remain buried across over 60 countries, posing a persistent threat to civilians, especially children, who account for nearly half of the casualties. Ukraine is currently one of the most mine-contaminated countries in the world.

“Draganfly’s drone-based technology will significantly increase the safety and efficiency of our operations,” said Asa Gilbert, Director of Business Development at SafeLane. “This partnership is a critical step in helping communities recover from the legacy of conflict.”

The collaboration further positions Draganfly as a key player in the defense and humanitarian sectors, supporting efforts to create safer environments in some of the world’s most vulnerable regions.

draganfly.com

GALLS Announces Acquisition of Her BlueWear

Monday, April 14th, 2025

Answering The Call To Provide Fit to Shape, Tailored Uniforms To Women In Law Enforcement

Lexington, Ken. (April 2025) – GALLS®, the nation’s leading uniform and tactical gear supplier serving America’s public safety and military professionals, proudly announces the acquisition of Her BlueWear UniformsTM. This acquisition marks a significant step in GALLS®’ commitment to female first responders, providing them greater access to uniforms tailored for their unique needs. GALLS® is Proud To Serve Those Who Serve.

GALLS® purchase of Her BlueWearTM provides product scalability and increases accessibility for women in public safety to experience uniforms that enhance performance, comfort, and safety. Her BlueWear UniformsTM started with uniform pants. As the largest distributor in the public safety industry, GALLS® resources will augment the brand/product line by adding tailored uniform shirts. Full uniforms will be available to order at a department level first, with individual ordering capabilities coming later this year.

Mike Fadden, CEO of GALLS®, stated, “For the past five years, every time I talk to a female police chief, they ask me when we (GALLS®) will fix the issue of women’s uniforms not fitting. I took on the challenge personally and am proud to bring Her BlueWear TM into the GALLS® portfolio of brands to provide female officers with tailored uniforms that fit. Because GALLS® is relentless with our focus on the customer, this partnership will give female officers greater access to uniforms that are made for their specific needs.”

Her BlueWearTM was founded in 2007 by Denise Czack to solve a long-overlooked issue: the lack of properly fitting uniform pants for women in law enforcement and public safety. Traditionally, female officers were forced to wear uniforms designed for men, leading to discomfort, mobility issues, and even safety concerns. Her BlueWear’sTM tailored designs offer three distinct fits – Balanced Fit, Defined Fit, and Streamlined Fit – accommodating sizes 0 to 24.

Her BlueWearTM Founder, Denise Czack, expressed her appreciation of GALLS®commitment to expanding access to the product line. “Her BlueWear began at a happy hour with my sister, a police officer, after yet another uniform failure. That moment sparked a fire in me; women in public safety deserved better. Her BlueWearTM is entering a new and exciting chapter in the mission to deliver safe, functional, and confidence-building uniforms to the women who serve. Seeing a woman light up when she puts on a Her BlueWearTM uniform for the first time is what drives us.”

As the only uniform company solely dedicated to designing for women, Her BlueWearTM led the way in providing female officers with apparel that fits, functions, and empowers. Now, with GALLS® resources and a relentless focus on the customer, the ability to serve women in public safety has never been greater. Visit HerBlueWear.com to learn more about Her BlueWearTM uniforms, sizing, and more.

“Soviet Weapons of the Atomic Age”

Monday, April 14th, 2025

Live on Kickstarter now, “Soviet Weapons of the Atomic Age” is an upcoming photo book depicting history of the Soviet Weapons of the early post-WW2 period.

Written by Vlad Besedovskyy, who also authored “Soviet Weapons of the Afghan War” and published by Safar Publishing, this volume will boast 400 pages covering Pistols, Sniper Rifles, Automatic Rifles, Machine Guns and Grenade Launchers.

They will offer historical context for each featured weapon, exploring their design, development, and deployment including exclusive content from private collections and archives.

Back the project here.

Be Sure To Visit SOF Select

Monday, April 14th, 2025

Swing by SOF Select to see the latest gear from these great vendors. During SOF Week, May 6-8 at the Westin Tampa Waterside.

New LANTAC Sight On Laser (SOL) Front Sight Post For EOTech OGL

Monday, April 14th, 2025

OGL INTRODUCTION:

The design for the EOTECH On-Gun Laser (OGL) focuses on human performance factors under extreme stress creating thepremium choice for professional users. The OGL Standard Power (restricted to MIL/LE use) is powered by a single CR123 battery providing up to 9 hours of continuous run time. The machined aluminum housing provides extreme durability in a compact package roughly the size of a standard deck of playing cards.

The IR illuminator utilizes a high performing Vertical-Cavity Surface-Emitting Laser (VCSEL) diode creating a clean beam and allowing quick adjustments from spot to flood. The ergonomic (patent pending) lever is unique to the OGL and allows professionals to adjust their illumination needs instantly, all while maintaining superior situational awareness.

LANTAC SOL (Sight On Laser):

The Patent Pending SOL™ (Sight On Laser) is designed to solve rail space issues when mounting backup sights and Laser Illuminators or Laser Aiming Modules (LAMs). It is manufactured to mount directly to the Eotech OGL.

The OGL is an ideal candidate for direct attachment as it features an aluminum chassis and four T10 Torx head screws that retain the unit’s lens covers. These can be utilized to form a robust attachment point for a backup front sight.

By mounting directly to the Laser/Illuminator, the maximum amount of rail space is retained for the operator’s convenience. The device can be mounted to the top rail as far forward as the rail permits, leaving space for other equipment and furniture—even on the shortest carbine configurations. This increases the backup sight radius and improves aiming accuracy.

The sight has minimal forward projection from the LAM and features an angled front face to reduce potential snagging.

MAXIMUM RAIL SPACE, MAXIMUM SIGHT RADIUS:

On a 10.5” Handguard the SOL allows for a 16.5” Sight Radius and 6.0” of available rail as compared to a traditional folding sight that delivers a shorter sight radius of 15.25” with only 3.5” of rail left available to the operator.

IR ILLUMINATOR SPILL, SIDE:

Observed through a PVS14 White Phosphor NVM.

Traditional folding sights produce a brighter highlight signature with increased light spill over the weapons handguard.

The Lantac SOL produces a much more diffuse highlight signature with less overall illumination spill.

IR ILLUMINATOR SPILL, HIGH READY:

Observed through a PVS14 White Phosphor NVM.

Traditional Folding Sights when deployed produce a considerably brighter illumination signature as compared to the Lantac SOL.

IR ILLUMINATOR SPILL, SPOT & FLOOD:

Observed through a PVS14 White Phosphor NVM.

Regardless of the OGL’s illuminator beam angle the Lantac SOL demonstrates minimal IR spill signature.

With departments across the USA requiring backup sights to be fitted to duty weapons’ rails, space is at a premium. Many users are forced to mount LAMs on the side of handguards, where they increase snagging potential, take up valuable grip and illumination mounting space, and cause convergence issues by not aligning properly with the weapon’s optics. In the case of the OGL, side mounting also makes operation of the illuminator divergence lever more problematic.

The rear surface of the SOL mates to the front face of the OGL and acts as a massive recoil lug, reducing stress on the fixingscrews. The parts are in continuous contact and therefore act as one complete assembly.

The sight is supplied with two specially manufactured ‘extended’ Torx screws that support the rubber lens covers and anchor the sight to the OGL chassis.

FLEXIBLE & DEPENDABLE:

The SOL’s unique design provides a fully adjustable front sight that takes up no rail space. It uses a standard AR15/M16/M4 sight post that offers 1.250 MOA of adjustment per quarter turn and 5 MOA per full revolution. The design includes a standard drain hole below the sight post channel and positions the channel at the correct 2.357” over bore, exactly as you would find in a traditional triangle FSB (Front Sight Base) with the same elevation adjustment range.

Any aftermarket post (such as tritium) can be installed should the user desire.

Absolute or Lower 3rd co-witness can be achieved through the choice of optics height, and the system offers full redundancy should both the optic and laser fail.

MATERIALS & MANUFACTURING:

Precision machined from certified 7075-T6 Aerospace alloy and Hardcoat Anodized to MIL-A-8625 Type III Hardcoat, Class 2, Black.

SIGNATURE REDUCTION:

Satin black finished to reduce IR light reflectance.

Forward position reduces IR illumination spill on exposed surfaces.

KEY FEATURES:

• Optimizes Rail Space
• Low ISS (Illuminator Spill Signature)
• Robust Mechanical Attachment
• Longer Sight Radius
• Full Elevation Adjustment
• Compatible with all Sight Post upgrades.
• Sight Post drainage hole.
• Certified Aerospace Grade Materials for full traceability.
• Weight = 0.5 oz
• Patent Pending
• Made in the USA.

$195 MSRP Contact us for LE & MIL pricing.

SKU: 01-UP-SOL01

UPC: 614347562703

For more information about the OGL visit Lantac-USA.com

Night Vision IRSale 2025 by TNVC

Monday, April 14th, 2025

Night Goggles has launched our own Tax Sale and Thermal Liquidation Sale and if you use our code THETAXMANCOMETH15, you can get some more great deals from us on other great products! What better way to spend that tax money.

We’re offering massive savings on top-tier, in-stock thermal optics from brands you trust, as we prepare for the NRA Annual Meeting from April 24-27 2025 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta GA (Booth 2563), and that means massive savings on top-tier thermal optics from brands you trust. Whether you’re a hunter, recreational shooter, rancher, or outdoor enthusiast, now is the time to upgrade your gear without breaking the bank.

Upgrade your hunt with cutting-edge thermal optics.

High-Resolution Imaging: Spot targets in total darkness

Advanced Detection Range: See farther, react faster

Rugged & Reliable: Built to withstand the harshest conditions

Full Factory Warranty: don’t worry, just hunt

Final Clearance Pricing: Once they’re gone, they’re GONE

These units are moving fast so don’t wait!

These units are call in to order. Contact Night Goggles now to lock in your deal before they disappear. Several manufacturers to choose from!

909-312-5424; x531 or x113

M-F: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM MT

sales@nightgoggles.com

Sale includes:

Thermals:

www.nightgoggles.com/product-category/thermal

NG/PVS-14 GP

www.nightgoggles.com/shop/night-vision/night-vision-monoculars/ng-pvs-14-gp-u-s-gen3-filmed-green-phosphor

NG Z-Bolt Blazer (Use Code: taxmancometh15)

www.nightgoggles.com/shop/lights/infrared-illuminators/z-bolt-blazer-ir-illuminator18650/?mc_cid=75fca2b36b&mc_eid=UNIQID

NG Inforce Lights (Use Code: taxmancometh15)

www.nightgoggles.com/shop/brands/inforce/inforce-wml-white-ir-gen-3/?mc_cid=75fca2b36b&mc_eid=UNIQID

NG Tripods and Accessories (Use Code: taxmancometh15)

www.nightgoggles.com/shop/night-vision-accessories/night-stalker-shooting-tripod

MATBOCK Monday – Most Advanced Indirect Firing System

Monday, April 14th, 2025

The Multi-Weapon Aiming Device (MWAD) is a multi-platform capable ballistic computer that digitally displays range and azimuth for indirect fire weapon systems. The MWAD provides real-time ballistic solutions accounting for environmental conditions, round type, platform, and lot deviations, allowing the user to put rounds on target more accurately and in less time than legacy aiming systems. Full integration into ATAK architecture allows receipt of call for fire missions, informs team leaders of aim point for entire teams, and enables accurate engagement of moving targets. The MWAD is compatible with 40mm and 60mm and has various crew-served weapon platforms. Software modifications can be made on request to include any direct fire weapons system.

NSN: 1240-01-718-6292

www.matbock.com

ITAR Controlled: Multi-Weapon Aiming Device, MWAD Version 1, Part Number MB-MWAD, is subject to its jurisdiction in accordance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR parts 120-130). It is designated a defense article under Category XII(c)(2)(iii) of the U.S. Munitions List. Pursuant to the ITAR, a license or other approval is required prior to any export from, or temporary import into, the United States.

TNVC IRSale 2025

Monday, April 14th, 2025

TNVC’s 2025 IRSale (IRS) features some of the best deals we’ve ever offered on some of the best gear available on the market! What better way to maximize your tax return than getting the equipment you want and need at great prices! From now through the end of April, TNVC is offering several great deals and exciting sales.

By using the discount code #THETAXMANCOMETH!, customers will receive a 15% off discount for in stock and backordered  Gentex/ Ops-Core items and cannot be combined with other discounts like LE/ Mil/ ARFCOM/ etc.

All other products have already been priced on the web to their sale price and don’t need the discount code!

TNVC: 20 Years as an Industry Leader for all your NV, thermal, and VAS needs: When quality cannot be compromised.

Have a question or special request? Want to talk directly to one of our Subject Matter Experts about your requirements before placing an order?

Call or e-mail us at (909) 796-7000 or sales@tnvc.com.

***Phone orders, dealer, agency, or quantities quotes available!***

**Cannot be combined with other discount codes or applied to previous orders**

TNVC is kicking off the first wave of the IRSale and will run throughout the month of April and includes the following:

FAST Helmets (including exclusive M81 patterns)

tnvc.com/shop/category/brands/ops-core

Helmet Accessories

tnvc.com/shop/category/brands/ops-core/?mc_cid=0f49ad9fea&mc_eid=UNIQID

AMPs & AMP Accessories

tnvc.com/shop/ops-core-amp-communication-headset-connectorized

GPNVG

tnvc.com/shop/l3harris-gpnvg-ruggedized-bridge

SG BNVD-1531

tnvc.com/shop/l3harris-bnvd1531-binocular-night-vision-device

AN/PVS-31D

tnvc.com/shop/elbit-systems-of-america-an-pvs-31d-f5032-thin-filmed-white-phosphor-2400-min-fom-binocular-night-vision-device

Other items on sale include:

NG/PVS-14 GP

Wilcox G24

GSGM (without adapter plate)

TNVC will drop the next lineup of items for the IRSale on 15 April, 2025 in preparation for the NRA Annual Meeting from April 24-27 2025 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta GA (Booth 2563), and will include everything already on sale plus various Lasers/MFALs, Illumination (White and IR), and NG tripods. Come visit us at the NRA Annual Meeting and pick up some of these in person at the sale price plus something extra! Sale will expand to include:

MARS-Mc

tnvc.com/shop/envision-technology-mars-mc-mid-range-commercial-laser-range-finder-lrf

MAWL-C1+

ATPIAL-C

DBAL-D2

DBAL-A3

tnvc.com/shop/category/carbine-rifle-program/mfal-laser

Tor Mini IR

tnvc.com/shop/steiner-tnvc-tor-mini-ir-vpc-variable-power-control

Princeton Tec helmet lights

tnvc.com/shop/category/brands/princeton-tec

Kiji

tnvc.com/shop/b-e-meyers-kiji-k1-vcsel-ir-illuminator