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New from SPARTANAT: “Defense Against Drones: Protection Against Threats from the Air”

Monday, October 14th, 2024

Aerial drones – especially small commercially available drones – have become a unique and ubiquitous challenge on the modern battlefield and pose a major threat to traditional military assets. Such small drones can be used to provide real-time reconnaissance, and/or be rigged with explosives and used as loitering munitions for remote kamikaze attacks.

Such weaponized micro-drones are a relatively new type of weapon, and every military and law enforcement unit needs to learn how to defend against them. “Defense Against Drones” provides the first open-source overview of how to survive and win in the fight against drones.

This book answers the question of what tactical drone defense means, analyzes drone defense tactics and lessons learned from the Russian war against Ukraine, and provides a good foundation for further discussion and analysis.

Topics covered in this volume include the current spectrum of tactical drone defense measures – including protection against micro-drones, the increasing ubiquity of cheap drones as the “Kalashnikovs of the Skies”, experiences from Ukraine, the 10 Commandments of Drone Defense, and an appendix of recommended further reading.

“DEFENSE AGAINST DRONES: Protection Against Threats From The Air” is available now on Amazon.com for $19.99, plus taxes and shipping.

Other books from SPARTANAT:

ABOUT THE AUTHORS OF ‘DEFENSE AGAINST DRONES’:

Kristóf Nagy – a former infantryman in the German Bundeswehr who is now a freelance specialist author covering military topics, including unmanned aerial systems and their defense.

Markus Reisner – a Colonel in the Austrian Bundesheer and head of the Institute for Officer Training at the Theresian Military Academy, particularly focused on the use of unmanned systems.

Christian Väth – a former infantry officer and founder of “Light Infantry International“. Author of Black Book 2, “The Tactical Drone”.

Gustav Freimann – a former Sergeant in the German Bundeswehr who is now serving with the International Legion in Ukraine share his practical experience with drone defense in Ukraine.

ENGLISH TRANSLATION

Lawrence Holsworth – a former infantry Sergeant in the US Army’s 82nd Airborne Division, and an internationally-recognized defense industry marketing professional and tactical gear Blogger.

ABOUT SPARTANAT:

SPARTANAT.com is the leading German-language online magazine covering the tactical market. For over ten years, SPARTANAT has published daily news about militaryforces, conflict zones, weapons, and equipment manufacturers, and more. SPARTANAT also publishes gear reviews several times per week. In Germany, Austria and Switzerland, it is almost obligatory for the tactical community to visit SPARTANAT daily.

SPARTANAT also now has a growing international readership andthe creation of the English editions of their popular book series consolidates this position. For further information contact lawrence@strikeholdconsulting.com.

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Team O’Neil’s Tactical Driving Tuesday – Pre-Mission Vehicle Check

Tuesday, October 8th, 2024

One of the most important functions in mission planning is preparing your equipment. Team O’Neil’s Wyatt reminds of what we need to look for as we prepare our vehicle for a mission.

In just a few weeks I’ll be putting these driving tips to good use at the Team O’Neil Tactical Driving Course at their facility in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. This five-day course includes driving under NODS and is available to military and other government agencies as well as civilians.

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Team O’Neil’s Tactical Driving Tuesday – Off Roading

Tuesday, October 1st, 2024

Last week we gave you a little taste of what Team O’Neil brings to the table in tactical driving training for military and LE as well as civilian drivers. This week we continue the series of videos with instructor Wyatt discussing Off Roading.

As a reminder, I’ll be attending their five-day tactical driving course later this month, at their facility in New Hampshire. These videos are as much for your benefit as for mine. I got a taste of what they teach last fall during an event with SureFire so I’m leveraging my memory as I go over the basic skills I’ll need to succeed during the upcoming course.

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Team O’Neil’s Tactical Driving Tuesday – High Speed Driving

Tuesday, September 24th, 2024

Team O’Neil is world renowned for their instruction in rally driving. Several decades ago the Special Operations community discovered this unique training and began to attend Team O’Neil courses to improve their driving skills under varied, arduous conditions. Starting this week we are going to share some of that knowledge via a series of videos produced by Team O’Neil. In this first video, instructor Wyatt offers an overview of high speed driving.

In late October, I’ll be attending their five-day tactical driving course at their facility in New Hampshire. These videos are as much for your benefit as for mine. I got a taste of what they teach last fall during an event with SureFire so I’m leveraging my memory as I go over the basic skills I’ll need to succeed during the upcoming course.

–Eric Graves

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Modern Samurai Project to Host Exclusive 3-Day AIWB and Red Dot Pistol Training at Defender Ranch

Monday, September 16th, 2024

Twin Falls, Idaho – Serious firearms enthusiasts and concealed carriers are invited to attend a special 3-day training course led by world-renowned instructor Scott “Jedi” Jedlinski of Modern Samurai Project. The event will take place at Defender Ranch in Twin Falls, Idaho, offering an immersive learning experience from October 22-24, 2024 focusing on mastering Appendix Inside-the-Waistband (AIWB) carry and red dot-equipped pistols.

Who: Scott “Jedi” Jedlinski, Modern Samurai Project
What: 3-Day AIWB + Red Dot Pistol Training Course
When: October 22-24, 2024
Where: Defender Ranch, Twin Falls, Idaho
Why: To elevate participants’ concealed carry and red dot pistol skills in real-world defensive scenarios

This comprehensive course provides participants the tools to enhance their everyday carry (EDC) and self-defense abilities. It is structured to cover both AIWB carry techniques and advanced red dot pistol operation, culminating in a chance to earn the coveted Black Belt Patch—awarded only to those who meet Scott Jedlinski’s rigorous standards for speed, accuracy, and consistency.

Course Highlights Include:

– Day 1: Mastering Appendix Carry (AIWB)

Participants will receive expert instruction on the advantages of AIWB carry, covering topics such as holster selection, draw sequence, and concealment techniques. This day features hands-on drills to refine technique and improve draw speed.

– Day 2: Red Dot Optics Training

Red dot optics are increasingly popular for EDC. This course segment focuses on sight zeroing, target acquisition, and maintaining control of the red dot under stress. Participants will learn to engage targets effectively at both short and long ranges.

– Day 3: Black Belt Patch Challenge

The final day allows participants to earn the exclusive Black Belt Patch. The challenge includes advanced drills designed to test participants’ skills under time pressure, accuracy, and consistency.

Included with Registration:

– Personal cabin accommodations at Defender Ranch

– All meals provided during the course

– Instruction from Scott “Jedi” Jedlinski, a leading authority on AIWB and red dot pistol techniques

Required Equipment:

– A modern pistol with red dot sight

– AIWB holster (Kydex recommended)

– 1,000 rounds of ammunition

– Concealable magazine pouches and five magazines

This one-of-a-kind course is designed for dedicated shooters looking to push their limits and refine their skills. The event is limited in capacity to ensure personalized instruction and ample hands-on practice.

About Modern Samurai Project: Modern Samurai Project is led by Scott “Jedi” Jedlinski, a respected instructor of firearms training focusing on concealed carry, AIWB, and red dot-equipped pistols. Through rigorous drills, hands-on instruction, and real-world application, Jedlinski equips students with the tools to become more efficient, accurate, and confident in defensive scenarios. For more information, visit Modern Samurai Project.

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1 SOCES BEEFs Up Training

Sunday, September 8th, 2024

HURLBURT FIELD, Fla. —

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 1st Special Operations Civil Engineer Squadron hold a defensive position during Prime Base Engineer Emergency Training at Hurlburt Field, Florida, Aug. 20, 2024. Prime BEEF training consists of tactical convoy operations, radio communications etiquette, establishing security and defensive fighting positions to enable Airmen to set up a bare base – any time, any place.

By U.S. Air Force Amn Joey Weis-Petticord, 1st Special Operations Wing

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VKTR Industries LLC. Announces Their Green Phosphor Level Sponsorship for the Greenline Tactical Night Ops Summit

Thursday, September 5th, 2024

Green Phosphor level sponsorship at the Greenline Tactical Night Operation Summit from November 22-24, 2024 in Dilley, TX.

VKTR Industries will be an active vendor and will have products on hand during the event for attendees to test, and purchase if desired.

“This event will be an amazing opportunity for training and the industry.” said Eric Luley, the National Sales Manager. “The Night Ops Summit is a tailor-made event for discerning end users, who love innovation and technology advancements.”

The VKTR Industries VK-1 is a self-regulating, short- stroke piston rifle, with full ambidextrous controls and a patented long advanced cam path. In addition, VKTR offers multiple drop in accessories for the AR platform, including an Improved Direct Impingement and Piston Carrier and a Combat Match Bolt.

Information on VKTR Industries rifles, these events, dealer programs, or other inquires can be found at www.VKTRind.com or email Eric Luley at eluley@vktrind.com.

Information on the Night Ops Summit can be found at www.greenlinetactical.com/night-operations-summit. Potential sponsors should contact Don Edwards at don@greenlinetactical.com.

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SOARescue Accepting Army & Air Force COOL Grants

Wednesday, September 4th, 2024

SOARescue is proud to announce that we are now able to assist with and accept Air Force and Army Credentialing Opportunities On-Line Grants.

This change will allow our military students who are serving in the National Guard, Reserves, or Active Duty units to have access to our courses with fewer obstacles to manage. We hope to broaden the opportunity to the remaining branches soon.

Need help navigating the COOL process? Our admin and training team is here to help! We can answer any of you questions (or at least point you in the direction of someone who can) and get you everything you need for a successful COOL application.

Our decision to move forward with becoming an agency who partners with COOL was fueled by our desire to make our training as accessible as possible to the practitioners who would most benefit from it. We know our students come from many walks of life and having the capability to further their education and skills can only benefit them as individuals and practitioners.

We know that our training can be a substantial investment for students paying their own tuition, so we’ve made every effort to keep our pricing as fair and transparent as possible. Pricing for all courses is available on our website and easily found next to the class on the schedule. We also offer payment plans and multi-student discounts for agencies. We’ve collected an instructional cadre that have incomparable real-world experience in the topics they are teaching and make every effort to provide each of our students with invaluable training.

SOARescue quality is the best in the industry and cannot be bested elsewhere.

www.soarescue.com/fed-gov-mil

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