I spent some time as an Intel Officer at the 23 (pronounced two-three) as a Lieutenant in the late 90s. This is a great, short video showcasing airborne operations.
Archive for the ‘Parachuting’ Category
23 STS Airborne Operations
Tuesday, July 9th, 2013Introducing NavBoard Stubby from S&S Precision
Tuesday, July 2nd, 2013The NavBoard Stubby from S&S Precision incorporates a compass and PALS compatible attachment.
Systems Technology Jumpmaster Simulator
Monday, May 20th, 2013Not only did Systems Technology, Inc give SOFIC goers some hands on experience with their free fall simulator, but they also exhibited what is in my opinion, the hidden jewel of the show; a Jumpmaster Simulator.
Parachuting is inherently dangerous. That’s why they pay military jumpers $150 per month. Jumpmasters ensure that parachutists conduct correct actions in the aircraft and exit safely. But they don’t receive any extra pay even though they expose themselves to additional hazards in the performance of their duties as seen in this video of a Jumpmaster from the 5th SFG(A) conducting a ramp jump. Fortunately, he wasn’t injured when his reserve parachute deployed, sucking him out of the aircraft.
The Systems Technology simulator relies on fused reality. The Jumpmaster wears goggles that let him see the interior of the ramp simulator. But when the Jumpmaster looks at the blue screen area, a virtual horizon with sky and terrain is projected into his vision.
The simulator allows the Jumpmaster to master procedures in a safe environment and develop skill at spotting without expending valuable flying hours. Monitors can also be configured to see what the Jumpmaster is seeing and virtual parachutists can be added to the mix.
Because Today Looks Like a No Jump Kind of a Day
Sunday, May 19th, 2013
SOFIC – Systems Technology, Inc
Thursday, May 16th, 2013
Core Survival LSM
Thursday, May 16th, 2013Light, Slider Mounted was originally designed for the JPADS system. When the slider deploys, the light turns on to help mark bundles.
Some customers saw this and asked Core Survival to modify it for use with personnel cutes. A new version is in testing that incorporates an IR light as well as a remote control switch to turn it off.
M3 SkyFins from MATBOCK
Monday, March 25th, 2013Although few troops conduct military free fall (MFF) operations, MATBOCK specializes in developing niche products. Their new M3 SkyFins (patent pending) make life a little easier for jumpers.
Civilian jumpers have been using pants and suits to help them have more control, more power and track farther in the sky for years; however, military issue combat pants haven’t offered those same capabilities; until now. Named after Matt “Maddog” Mason, the M3 SkyFins were specifically designed for use with SOCOM’s issue PCU Level 9 pants with Crye knee pads. Additionally, MATBOCK is working on a slight modification for the M3 SkyFins to accept the “snaps” that can be found on the latest issue Level 9 pants by Patagonia.
Keeping with their motto, Lighter Faster Warriors, MATBOCK incorporated a VS-17 day signal panel to the inside of each SkyFin. The M3 SkyFins can easily be removed once on the ground and can be combined to make a bigger signaling panel, if needed.
Sneak Peek – M3 Sky Fins from MATBOCK
Monday, February 25th, 2013Ever imagine having the same level of control while freefalling in your combat uniform that you have while wearing a RW suit? Well MATBOCK’s M3 Sky Fins won’t get you all the way there but you feet are going to be much more aerodynamic. What’s more, they stay put while jumping yet are easily removed once you hot the dirt. Coming Soon.
