0600 – terrorists Mohammed Atta and Abdulaziz al-Omari traveled to Logan International Airport from Portland International Jetport in Portland, Maine.
0652 – fellow terrorist Marwan al-Shehhi called Atta at Logan to confirm the plans of the attack.
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Friday, September 11th, 20159/11 – Remember
Friday, September 11th, 2015It’s been 14 years now. The longer it’s been, the closer I become to that day. I remember it all so vividly, events unfolding on the TV screen and once I realized what was afoot, as I made my way from my quarters on base to my Squadron, as a skeleton staff assembled. Granted, we didn’t know much, but it was obvious whatever did happen was going to involve us, so my mind was on the tasks at hand. We were in crisis response mode so there was no time for emotion.
Now, I can take it all in. Now, I can grieve, and I do. My youngest who wasn’t even born yet on 9/11, came home from school yesterday and told me his homework was to talk to me about September 11, 2001. I showed him the Towers, I ran him through the timeline and told him about the needless deaths that day and the heroes who saved so many. I told him of friends lost fighting this war. Then, I said to my son, “Now I’m going to show you the one thing you need to always remember about that day,” and we looked at pictures of the jumpers and as I explained their choice. Then, after he went to play, I wept.
Please join me in remembering those we lost on September 11th, 2001 and over these ensuing 14 years.
“OneWorldTradeCenter” by Joe Mabel – Flickr. Licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
We’ve rebuilt the structures they destroyed but we’ll never be able to replace the lives they took. America is a resilient, vibrant nation. But, we’re in danger of ignoring what a dangerous place this world is. The threat isn’t gone. We must remain vigilant. We must never allow another tragedy to befall our people.
I continued serving for several years after that day, retiring, eventually working in industry. Over time I began to process the tragedy. I’ve dealt with it little more each year as I grow further and further the events.
One thing has remained.
I will Never Forget and I will Never Forgive.
U.S. Elite Gear – Arc’teryx LEAF + Salomon Forces Promo
Friday, September 11th, 2015
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Gentex Corporation Demonstrates More Robust Line of Defense Solutions at DSEI
Friday, September 11th, 2015Carbondale, PA, September 9, 2015. Gentex Corporation, a global leader in personal protection and situational awareness solutions for defense forces will demonstrate their industry leading lines of Gentex, Ops-Core and ALPHA helmet systems for both ground and air applications at DSEI, September 15 – 18, Excel, London. Featured among them will be their latest innovations for aircrew, a cross platform helmet system and laser defense eyewear.
The new ALPHA 900 Cross-Platform Helmet System is the only aircrew helmet platform configurable for fixed and rotary wing applications, reducing the logistics trail for those responsible for supporting both helmet platforms. Designed for the U.K.’s MoD, the ALPHA 900 features a modern, lightweight solution. Gentex’s line of laser protective, flight-helmet mounted visors and spectacles that help combat emerging laser threats to pilots are also being featured. The day/night laser glare reduction lenses are designed to maintain see-through color perception, while providing protection from green and blue commercial lasers.
“We’re excited to showcase our innovative cross platform helmet system and laser defense eyewear at DSEI, which will be donned by many international pilots,” said L.P. Frieder, president, Gentex Corporation. “These solutions represent our commitment to continually advance our broad array of performance and protection capabilities for defense forces around the world.”
Gentex added the ALPHA product line to its aircrew portfolio in July 2014 with the acquisition of Helmet Integrated Systems Limited. Since then, they’ve combined the world-class product lines, technologies, and manufacturing resources of the two companies to expand their international business and provide customers greater value. This has enabled Gentex Corporation to offer one of the most advanced, comprehensive lines of integrated helmet systems in the defense and industrial markets.
Other innovative solutions on display from the company include the Ops-Core RAC headset, now in production, which provides true 3D hearing technology (3D HT); and, a live, on the water display with partner Survitec of the Gentex LVIS Digital, a modular intercom system for combatant, patrol and rescue craft.
In the DSEI U.K. Pavilion, stand N3-564, Gentex will demonstrate their solutions for aircrew, and in the U.S. Pavilion, stand N5-360, they’ll demonstrate their solutions for ground troops. Product experts will be on hand to meet with customers and media throughout the show.
Gentex Corporation is the leading supplier of high-performance flight equipment and services for military, law enforcement and rescue aircrew worldwide. Gentex has been a supplier for over 50 years on many key international aircrew programs, including the most advanced one to date, the U.S. Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) program. For the JSF, Gentex will supply hearing and communication products, eye protection and the helmet system platform and respiratory protection system to the elite aircrew entrusted to command the most advanced fighter craft to date, the JSF F-35 Lightning II.
Lincad Brings To Market Battery Chargers Designed With UK MOD
Thursday, September 10th, 2015
Press Release – 9th September 2015
Following the successful showcasing in 2014 of the prototype Caravel Mk2 and Power Scavenger battery chargers, Lincad is pleased to announce that it has now brought the finished products to market. The company will be demonstrating the capabilities of both chargers, designed in co-operation with the UK MOD, on its stand at DSEI 2015.
Lincad is a leader in the design and manufacture of bespoke batteries, chargers and power management systems for the military and other specialist applications. Operating since 1986, Lincad is a privately owned UK company with nearly 30 years’ experience at the forefront of battery and charger technology and design.
Caravel Mk2 Charger
The Caravel Mk2 Charger is an enhanced, cutting edge replacement for the original Caravel Charger which has seen front line service with British and international armed forces for 15 years. Featuring the very latest developments in battery charging technology and design, it offers multi-chemistry charging of batteries from any original equipment manufacturer, making it possible to bring an entire battery fleet under the management umbrella of a single charging unit. With twin USB ports, it will also charge USB-enabled devices such as smartphones and tablets simultaneously.
Power Scavenger
The Power Scavenger is Lincad’s all-purpose solution to mobile power management in any situation where reliability, light weight and ease of use are critical. Offering the end user true flexibility in charging options, it can charge different battery types of any electrochemistry as well as USB-enabled devices from any DC input such as solar panels, a vehicle or other batteries.
In addition to armed forces across the world, the Caravel Mk2 Charger and the Power Scavenger will also be of interest to any organisation conducting operations in extreme environments.
Brian Soden, Managing Director of Lincad, commented:
“We’re delighted to be exhibiting the Caravel Mk2 Charger and the Power Scavenger at DSEI 2015. Both of these chargers, designed in co-operation with the MOD, demonstrate the strength of our commitment to the continual evolution of our product range and we’re looking forward to the opportunity to demonstrate that to the international delegations who will be attending the show.”
Magpul – Hunter 700 Stock Now Available
Thursday, September 10th, 2015
Magpul is now shipping the long-awaited Hunter 700 stock. The Hunter 700 is made from reinforced polymer, with a machine finished, anodized A380 cast aluminum bedding block, and is compatible with all Remington 700 Short Actions, along with other receivers using the 700 pattern. It features a fully adjustable length of pull and comb height, and the stock is M-LOK compatible for attaching all manner of accessories.
The Hunter 700 is also designed to accept the upcoming Magpul Bolt Action Magazine Well, allowing the shooter to use detachable box magazines without the need for custom inletting.
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The Magpul Hunter 700 Stock comes in Black, Flat Dark Earth, Olive Drab Green, and Stealth Gray. Made in the USA.
www.magpul.com/products/hunter-700-stock-remington-700-short-action
SilencerCo Announces New Subsidiary: SilencerCo Weapon’s Research
Thursday, September 10th, 2015
WEST VALLEY CITY, Utah – September 10, 2015 – Continuing in their innovative and roguish nature, SilencerCo has once again thrown the gauntlet in a big way – by forming their own technological skunkworks outfit, SilencerCo Weapons Research.
Located in Austin, TX, SilencerCo Weapons Research, or SWR for short, is based around bringing technology within reach of the Everyman. For too long, technological advances surrounding the shooting industry have been priced out of the attainable range of most citizens, kept a secret, or the public has simply been told that they can’t have them. SWR not only believes that you deserve better – they plan to show it.
SWR will use their expertise in the various arenas of the industry to design their own technology geared toward cutting-edge solutions for the discerning sportsman. The initial product offering will be announced in mid-September, with a steady pipeline of products to follow. Consumers can anticipate products that will enhance the shooting experience and bring into civilian reach capabilities that were formerly only available to government end users.
SilencerCo continues to keep the industry on their toes and test the line of what is considered possible. SWR represents the purest form of that effort, venturing into an uncharted territory with the goal of bringing the best within reach.
Savox Communications To Attend DSEI
Thursday, September 10th, 2015
Savox Communications DSEI Preview Press Release
High Impact, DSEI 2015 Presence for Savox Communications
· Pivotal European launch of future soldier headgear system expected to turn heads
· Contract wins and latest compact intercom C3I communications developments
Espoo, Finland, September, 2015 – Leading provider of C3I and communications solutions for defence, security and professional public safety users, Savox Communications, will be exhibiting at the World Leading Defence and Security event, DSEI 2015 (15-18 September), at ExCel, London, (Stand N5-442). At the show, Savox will launch the latest variants of its combat headgear system and its compact intercom C3I solution into the European market. The company will also be making a further major announcement at the event.
Taking pride of place on the Savox stand will be its THOR Combat Headgear System, which will be unveiled to a European audience for the first time – not simply to look at, but also to try out for themselves. Already adopted for use by its first customer, the Finnish Defence Force, THOR is an ideal component for the many future infantry soldier modernisation programmes underway globally. It has a major role to play on tomorrow’s battlefields, whether in traditional combat scenarios, or in urban counter-terrorism and security operations, homeland security and Special Forces’ ops.
Also to be showcased at DSEI, the company’s compact intercom system, IMP-CH. Visitors will be able to experience IMP-CH through a working simulation demonstrating its capabilities, daily, throughout the event. IMP-CH has been developed to meet the most demanding C3I requirements for applications aboard the widest B-vehicle inventory on land. At sea, IMP-CH is suited for use aboard small vessels, such as RIBs and larger ships, including corvettes, destroyers and aircraft carriers.
Mikael Westerlund, Savox Communications’ SVP Global Marketing, said, “DSEI is a milestone for Savox, as we demonstrate our strengths in communications and security solutions, gained over 30 years, to an audience with limited experience of our capabilities. We expect to surprise them.
“Both THOR and IMP-CH, the two highlights on our stand, meet the evolving needs of a range of demanding defence and security end users; introducing them into Europe promises to be very exciting, as we make our mark firmly as a defence industry player. For its part, the THOR Combat Headgear System on display will offer visitors a vision of the soldier of the future; as for IMP-CH, we are expecting some good news on that front at the show, so watch this space! ”
VISIT SAVOX COMMUNICATIONS ON STAND N5-442 AT DSEI 2015 AND BE ONE OF THE FIRST IN EUROPE TO EXPERIENCE THE FUTURE OF BATTLEFIELD HEADGEAR.
WE LOOK FORWARD TO WELCOMING YOU TO OUR STAND!
