This video is a great montage of the life of a JTAC assigned to the 720th Special Tactics Group’s only Air Support Operations Squadron, the 17th ASOS.
Archive for the ‘Air Force’ Category
Forces Focus – 17th ASOS
Saturday, September 29th, 2012Happy 65th Birthday USAF!
Tuesday, September 18th, 2012Ruckin’ 4 Life – Help Him Raise Money for the Special Operations Warrior Foundation
Wednesday, September 5th, 2012
Stephen Jensen, an Air Force Medic who’s just returned from a year long tour in Afghanistan has decided to devote his rest and relaxation to raising money for the Special Operations Warrior Foundation. His plan is to ruck the Air Force Half Marathon while wearing a full combat load out He is doing this to raise awareness and money for our wounded Veteran’s of the Special Operations Community.
He’s only trying to raise $1000 so it would be great to help him meet his goal.
To learn more visit www.firstgiving.com/fundraiser/Ruckin4Life/ruckin4life.
Forces Focus – USAF SERE MFF Jump
Wednesday, August 8th, 2012One of the best jobs in the USAF – SERE Specialist
DF-LCS Contract Now Includes OCP
Wednesday, August 1st, 2012The AF Security Forces Center has modified their existing Defensor Fortis Load Carrying System (DF-LCS) Requirements Contract for USAF Security Forces to include MultiCam (OCP) packs, load carry harnesses, pouch kits, padded belts and misc pouches.
This change allows AF Security Forces to now purchase MultiCam versions of all the items previously available in ABU (Digital Tiger Stripe) at the same price and via the same contract vehicle. All of the new items continue to meet mil-spec and Berry compliance requirements.
Additionally, the new GEN III harnesses are the revamped version based on survey results from users in 2011. Improvements include 5 sizes of harnesses to better address the different body types and heights, improved web management and additional padding in the neck and shoulder areas.
Orders can be placed via the contract itself or, beginning next week, directly through the contract holder, GCS’s portal at GCSWarrior.com.
Send Me
Monday, July 23rd, 2012From someone honoring the 27th Special Operations Wing comes this montage of AFSOC awesomeness set to “Send Me” by Max Impact.
Forces Focus – USAF Special Tactics
Sunday, July 22nd, 2012We ran across this great B roll footage of Special Tactics Airmen training.
Wild Things Tactical Transport Parka Integrated into BAMS
Wednesday, July 18th, 2012The Wild Things Tactical Transport Parka, formerly known as the Stadium Jacket, is now available via the USAF BAMS (Battlefield Airman Management System) contract.
With a 70D nylon shell it integrates 330d Cordura reinforced shoulders, elbows and reinforced seat to protect the jacket from rough or sandy surfaces when sitting including vehicle and helicopter floors. It is insulated using 6 oz PrimaLoft Sport synthetic and incorporates hand warmer pockets lined with 2 oz PrimaLoft. Additionally there are 2 interior mesh storage pockets to keep items warm as well as 2 bicep pockets. This level 7 parka features extended length for added warmth when standing or sitting; up to a foot longer than other High Loft Jackets.
This Berry Amendment Compliant jacket is offered in sizes Small – XXLarge in Coyote and MultiCam. As with all Wild Things products, The Transport Parka is available on GSA as well as other sales vehicles to accommodate your needs.
www.wildthingsgear.com/wt-tactical
