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Gray Eagle STOL Makes Historic First Flight From Ship To Land

Thursday, November 14th, 2024

Short Takeoff and Landing UAS Operates from South Korean Warship

SAN DIEGO – 13 November 2024 – General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) logged another aviation milestone on Nov. 12, 2024, when its Gray Eagle STOL aircraft took off from a South Korean warship and landed at a ground base – the first-ever such mission for an aircraft of this type. Working with our GA-ASI’s in-country partner, Hanwha Aerospace, Gray Eagle STOL launched from the South Korean navy’s amphibious landing ship Dokdo underway at sea off the coast of Pohang, South Korea. The Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) then flew to Pohang Navy Airfield and landed normally.

Gray Eagle STOL – which stands for short takeoff and landing – is the only medium-altitude, long-endurance aircraft of its kind with the ability to operate from large-deck warships such as amphibious ships and aircraft carriers, as well as short and unimproved fields on land. The test with the South Korean military further validates the aircraft’s capability and versatility.

“We applaud the South Korean navy for its foresight in examining the unique capability of GE STOL for its fleet. This demonstration illustrates the ability of the GE STOL to safely operate on many types of aircraft-capable ships, which opens myriad new ways our allies can use this UAS to support multi-domain naval operations,” said GA-ASI CEO Linden Blue.

Hanwha Aerospace is engaged with General Atomics to support national defense with proven, state-of-the-art technology suited for a multi-domain warfare environment, contributing to global security alongside allied nations in response to rapidly growing threats.

“The demonstration is a crucial step in verifying how the GE STOL can contribute to defense capabilities, and I am honored to witness this alongside the Republic of Korea Navy, to whom I extend my deepest gratitude for conducting the test,” said Hanwha Aerospace CEO and President Jae-il Son. “Hanwha is fully committed to making bold investments, fostering collaboration, and providing steadfast support in the Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) business.”

The Ministry of National Defense for the Republic of Korea is initially evaluating GE STOL for its ability to meet its emerging military requirements. South Korean navy, army and other officials were asked to evaluate Gray Eagle STOL and supported the test.

“The demo highlighted the versatility of STOL aboard a warship, in the Dokdo, designed not for fixed-wing aircraft but solely for helicopters. Gray Eagle STOL’s flight proves that navies can add significant new capability without costly major modifications to their existing warships,” said South Korean Chief of Naval Operations, Admiral Yang Yong-mo.

Gray Eagle STOL is highly common with the classic Gray Eagle aircraft, substituting a different engine, wings, control surfaces and landing gear. Gray Eagle STOL is General Atomics’ name for the production variant of the historic aircraft demonstrator known as Mojave.

In November 2023, GA-ASI and Mojave performed a demonstration of STOL takeoff and return landing aboard an aircraft carrier in an event with the UK Royal Navy’s HMS Prince of Wales, which is smaller than a typical U.S. aircraft carrier at 932 feet long (284m) and 240 feet wide (73m). The Dokdo class is considerably smaller than the Prince of Wales, only 653 feet long (199m) and 102 feet wide (31m).

MATBOCK Monday: Graverobber Assault Waterproof Options

Monday, November 11th, 2024

The Graverobber™ Assault Waterproof (GRAW) has become a very popular waterproof pack within maritime units. Here are a few internal options that provide ultimate flexibility.

To learn more about the GRAW or other products from MATBOCK, email sales@matbock.com

USSOCOM PEO-Maritime Multi-terrain Maintenance Trolley Assessment Event

Friday, October 4th, 2024

SOFWERX, in collaboration with USSOCOM PEO-Maritime (PEO-M) Undersea, will host an assessment event to explore industry’s interest and ability to design, develop and support a multiple surface maintenance and support trolley for the Dry Combat Submersible (DCS) program.

PEO-M Undersea, in conjunction with other Government stakeholders is seeking a multiple terrain maintenance and support trolley for the DCS program.  This effort will require design, development, manufacture, documentation, training, and support of the trolley.

As a part of the DCS support equipment, the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) developed and delivered a maintenance trolley that is suitable for use in a flat, level factory floor environment. Due to the range of operational locations anticipated for the DCS, PEO-M Undersea and the Integrated Maintenance Depot Section (IMDS) team at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek (JEBLC), are seeking a design that will provide similar maintenance and support capabilities but will be able to operate in an environment of rough surfaces that may be expected in deployment areas.

Detailed requirements will be provided as an attachment to this notice, but the general requirements include:

–    Provide access and support capabilities similar to existing OEM system

–    Be air, land, and sea transportable (without the DCS on-board)

–    Be able to operate on rough and uneven terrain that may be expected in forward operating environments with the DCS loaded

–    It is desired to be able to perform or support ramp launch and recovery of the DCS

–    It is desired to be able to be self-propelled and/or be transported with its prime mover in all conditions

Submit NLT 15 November 2024 11:59 PM ET.

For full details at events.sofwerx.org/peo-m-dcs-multi-terrain-maintenance-trolley.

This project is ITAR Restricted.

Operate ATAK Underwater with the Rugged Display and Controller from Persistent Systems

Friday, September 6th, 2024

Take your mission up to 60ft underwater and initiate ‘Mouse-Mode’ for seamless control with the Persistent Systems Rugged Display and Controller (RDC). The joysticks act as a mouse for full operation and control when the touchscreen is disabled.

Whether it’s combat missions, underwater reconnaissance, or ordnance disposal, warfighters rely on the IP68-rated RDC as their direct interface to the networked battlefield.

www.persistentsystems.com/rugged-display-controller

MATBOCK Monday: Raider Waterproof Rifle Bag

Monday, August 26th, 2024

The MATBOCK Waterproof Rifle bag was designed to carry a variety of weapons during OTB and maritime operations. The lightweight and waterproof material can easily be folded and stowed in your cargo pocket when not in use. Tested to 92′ (28m) for 4 hours.

Spec:
Material: Waterproof
Total Weight: 9oz (255.2 grams)
Dimensions: 35″ x 14.5″ x 3″ (88.9cm L x 36.8cm W x 7.6cm H)
Volume: 1,522 cu inches (25.4 liters)

www.matbock.com/collections/maritime/products/raider-rifle-bag

Mustang Survival Launches the All-New Quadra Dry Suit

Friday, August 16th, 2024

Minimalist and multi-purpose – it’s sure to ring bells, without the whistles
Burnaby, 2024 — Mustang Survival, the Canadian brand known for innovative solutions for the most demanding marine environments, announces today the launch of the Quadra Dry Suit. This brand-new minimalist, multi-purpose dry suit is designed for those who enjoy shorter-duration water activities and is available in men’s and women’s versions.

The Quadra Dry Suit is an excellent introduction to Mustang Survival’s high-quality standards. It features the same tough and durable three-layer Marine Spec BP fabric used in their other dry suits, with a design inspired by the gear they’ve innovated for military and public safety agencies and subjected to the same comprehensive testing.

Key Features of the Quadra Dry Suit:

• Durable Fabric: Waterproof and abrasion-resistant 3-layer Marine Spec BP fabric holds up in challenging saltwater environments.

• Custom Fit: Trimmable latex neck and wrist seals for maximum protection and comfort.

• Easy Maintenance: Collar and cuffs design make repair and replacement straightforward.

• Adjustable Waist Belt: Ensures a snug fit, accommodating various body types.

• Heavy-Duty Reinforcements: 500D Cordura® panels on the seat and knees add durability.

• Convenient Drying: External hanging loop simplifies the drying process.

• User-Friendly Zipper: Waterproof YKK® AQUASEAL® zipper for easy donning and doffing.

• Leak-Proof Assurance: Every suit undergoes comprehensive leak testing, ensuring superior performance and reliability.

“Dry Suits often come with a hefty price tag, and understandably so as a lot of engineering and materials go into a specialized garment that keeps you completely dry,” says Anja Mueller, Head of Marketing at Mustang Survival. “With the Quadra, we offer people new to cold water marine activities the same quality materials at a budget- friendlier price.”

Product Availability and Pricing:

• Men’s Version: Ocean Blue/Admiral Grey and Red/Admiral Grey, sizes small to 2XL.

• Women’s Version: Bluefin Blue/Admiral Grey, sizes X-small to X-large.

• Retail Price: $849.99 USD / $999.99 CAD

For more information about the Quadra Dry Suit, and to explore Mustang Survival’s full range of products, visit mustangsurvival.com

French Navy’s Camcopter S-100 Squadron Secures WATERS During the Olympic Games 2024

Tuesday, August 13th, 2024

Vienna, 12 August 2024 – The 2024 Olympic Games were held in France this year with the French Navy CAMCOPTER® S-100 Unmanned Air System (UAS) Squadron securing the waters around Marseille for the Olympic events.

The CAMCOPTER® S-100 are stationed on board the French Navy’s Flottille 36F in Var, and monitored the vicinity of the Olympic Games, a total of 22,500 nautical square miles. Flying from Saint-Mandrier (Var), the S-100s provided the authorities with real-time data of the maritime area towards Marseille, where a number of sailing, kitesurfing and windsurfing events took place.

While conducting these operations, the S-100 was equipped with a high performance EO/IR camera and an Automatic Identification System (AIS) to monitor and detect any suspicious activities at sea.

“It is an honour that the French Navy utilised their S-100 Squadron to monitor the surroundings of the Olympic Games. This is another great use case for the CAMCOPTER® and shows the versatility of applications and capabilities“, said Lubos Sramek, Director of Schiebel Aéronaval SAS in Toulon.

SCUBA PRO JET FIN Available in Camo Patterns

Monday, August 12th, 2024

The SCUBA PRO JET FIN has been one of the most popular fins with military divers for decades. Can you imagine that the design is over 50 years old?

Now, you have several color options beyond the standard Black. In addition to Green and White alternatives there are also several high visibility options as well as camouflage patterns for stealth, both above and below the waves.

The JET FIN is available with the standard adjustable rubber heel strap or a stainless-steel spring strap that lasts much longer and makes donning and doffing easier.

JET FINs are sized Med – 2 XL in four sizes.

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