Roz V has been in the tactical industry for years and recently struck down from complications arising from a surgery to deal with Myasthenia Gravis, an auto-immune disease. She is currently in a coma and needs your support. Many of her friends and family have come to her aid. This post is to inform those of you who know Roz but have met yet heard about her plight.
Her close friend Angie T, who many of you also know, has created a GoFundMe campaign to help with the unexpected bills which will arise over the next few weeks. Please help.
This is a prototype of a upcoming hoodie, the sales of which will raise money for a charity supporting the military. It’s designed to be comfortable and incorporates the SSD Vitruvian Operator logo.
The hoodie is made right here in the USA from XGO Fleece in the MultiCam print, provided by MMI Textiles.
When they’re ready, they’ll be offered for sale through our friends at RE Factor Tactical.
• Contract includes support, spares and repair services for existing fleet of Puma and Raven tactical unmanned aircraft systems
• More than 45 allied governments deploy systems from AeroVironment’s innovative family of tactical UAS
SIMI VALLEY, Calif., Nov. 14, 2019 – AeroVironment, Inc. (NASDAQ:AVAV), a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), today announced a major Middle Eastern ally awarded the company a firm fixed-price contract valued at $11,999,992 on October 25, 2019 for logistics support, spares, and repair services in support of its existing fleet of AeroVironment’s Puma™ AE and Raven® B tactical UAS. The contract award period of performance is two years.
AeroVironment’s Puma™AE and Raven® B tactical UAS
“Our United States and global customers require reliable, rugged and combat-proven tactical unmanned aircraft systems that defense and security personnel can deploy immediately from their rucksacks without the need for runways or other launch logistics,” said Rick Pedigo, vice president of sales and business development for AeroVironment. “This order builds on our fast-growing international customer base as more allied forces rely on our innovative systems to proceed with certainty on the frontlines.”
AeroVironment’s Raven system is designed for rapid deployment and high mobility for applications requiring low-altitude intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance. With a wingspan of 4.5 feet and weighing 4.2 pounds, the hand-launched Raven provides aerial observation, day or night, at line-of-sight range of at least 6.2 miles (10 kilometers). The Raven’s stabilized gimbaled payload delivers real-time color or infrared imagery to ground control and remote viewing stations.
The AeroVironment Puma AE is a fully man-portable unmanned aircraft system designed for land and maritime operations. The hand-launched Puma AE has a wingspan of 9.2 feet, weighs 15 pounds and operates for up to 2.5 hours at line-of sight range of 20 kilometers with a standard antenna, and up to 60 kilometers with AeroVironment’s Long-Range Tracking Antenna. Capable of landing in water or on land, the all-environment Puma, with its Mantis i45 sensor suite, empowers the operator with extended flight time and a level of imaging capability never before available in the small UAS class.
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Home is where you are: these soft, comfortable cotton duvet covers and terry towels bring a touch of warm luxury to the cold winter and chill you up during the heat of summer. Printed with a classic design by the Finnish Defence Forces of which tens of thousands of people get to enjoy every year. Like those people serve the state, these duvet covers and towel sets will serve you year after year.
You asked, we delivered: Tactical Grey. A color that delivers the perfect combination of lo-vis and urban sophistication with an occasional jolt of “Damn, I look good.” Now available in our best-selling durable stretch-woven Alpine Jacket & Trouser and waterproof breathable Patrol Parka & Trouser.
Whether it’s cold, wet, rainy or dry, one thing is constant: our jackets are built for the toughest tactical, mountaineering or hunting environments. We use a super-breathable eVent membrane for our hardshells and durable stretch-woven Tweave for our softshells.
A lightweight parka designed for the operator who spends extended time in the field where weight, durability and complete weather protection are mission critical features.
TECHNICAL DETAILS //
– High mobility hood stows in the collar, has two adjustments and is helmet compatible.
– All zippers YKK water resistant.
– Pit zips to avoid overheating and internal moisture build-up.
– Two high-volume/low-profile sleeve pockets accessible while wearing body armor.
– Loop on sleeve pockets for patches.
– Two deep chest pockets located above belt line that can be accessed while wearing a rucksack.
– One handed draw strings on hood and hem of jacket.
– Brushed chin guard lining.
FIT + FABRIC //
– Full parka-length cut.
– 3-layer eVent® fabric is waterproof, fully seam-taped and highly breathable.
– Weight 29 oz (815 grams) in size Large.
This lightweight trouser is designed for the operator who spends extended time in the field where weight, durability and complete weather protection are mission critical features.
S-XXL
TECHNICAL DETAILS //
– High-rise waist allows for a comfortable fit over combat/field pants and first-line equipment.
– Articulated knees.
– Zippered front fly.
– Full length side zips allow for venting and access to internal pockets and also make it easy to put on and take off.
– All zippers are water-resistant.
– Removable suspenders, partial elastic waistband and micro-adjusting belt.
FIT + FABRIC //
– 3-layer eVent® fabric is waterproof, fully seam-taped and highly breathable.
– Weight 13.7 oz (388 grams) in size large.
This one-of-a-kind technical stretch-woven jacket is a great choice for movement-intensive operations in cool conditions.
TECHNICAL DETAILS //
– Provides wind, water and abrasion-resistance.
– Packs down and takes little room in a rucksack.
– High-mobility hood moves with your head, can accommodate a helmet or stow in a stand-up collar.
– Cargo pockets on sleeves with loop to attach patches.
– Cuffs have adjustable tabs.
– Two large chest pockets placed for easy access and can be used to vent the jacket.
FIT + FABRIC //
– Lightweight, highly breathable Tweave Durastretch® fabric wicks away moisture, dries quickly and offers light insulation.
– Climbing-inspired cut fits under body armor and won’t get hung-up on pack straps.
– DWR (durable water repellent) protective finish keeps the jacket water-resistant and repels stains.
– X-STATIC® yarn eliminates static charges, keeps you cool in warm environments, warm in cool environments and eliminates odor.
For the operator who’s looking for a more dynamic and durable pair of trousers.
S-XXL
TECHNICAL DETAILS //
– Provides wind, water and abrasion-resistance.
– Packs down and takes little room in a rucksack.
– High waist secures pant when running, even with a loaded belt.
– Removable suspender and belt loops to accommodate rigger’s belt.
– Two “envelope” cargo pockets with a one finger button closure system keep contents secure.
– Double sliders on fly – accessible when wearing a rucksack, harness or taking a knee.
– Boot tie-down tabs to keep the pant from riding up in snow, mud, etc.
– Two snap-closure adjustments at cuff for snug fit on boots.
– Zippered hand pockets so dirt and snow do not get in.
FIT + FABRIC //
– Climbing-inspired cut provides a streamlined, athletic fit.
– Lightweight, highly breathable Tweave Durastretch® fabric dries quickly.
– DWR (durable water repellent) protective finish keeps the pants water resistant and repels stains.
Based on the tried and true LBT 6094 armor carrier, the new G3 is made from more modern materials; lightweight laser cut 500D laminate nylon. This makes the G3 not only more durable, but lighter as well, weighing in at 1.2lbs base or 1.8lbs paired with the triple 5.56 kangaroo panel and interior foam padding.
In addition to removable foam pads for comfort, the front panel MAP system comes standard with removable 3/4″ fast clips and will accept 1″ fast clips as well for optional panel choices available on the market.
Despite the age of phone apps, cards still serve as a memory aid for Soldiers who can use them as flash cards or to play traditional card games.
During the Cold War, the Army had decks of playing cards decorated with line drawings of Soviet aircraft, tanks, APCs and other vehicles they might face on the battlefield.
Over the years the Army has responded to changing threats by issuing new decks of cards to educate Soldiers. For instance, many of you will remember the cards depicting the Iraqi leadership during the beginning of OIF.
Developed by the Army Training and Doctrine Command G-2 (Intelligence), these “Worldwide Equipment Identification” cards depict images created by Army Training Support Center graphic artist Robin Hicks.
Earlier this year, in July, the Army distributed 9,800 decks emblazoned with Chinese vehicles. They were out in just three weeks. Since then, the Army has handed out an additional 30,000 decks of Chinese cards and another 38,000 of Russian cards as well as 33,000 tailored with Iranian equipment.
As a supplement to the physical cards, TRADOC created a digital card memory game Soldiers can access on their devices. The application can be downloaded from a QR code available on each deck or the TRADOC App Gateway.
Garden Grove, CA., (November 15, 2019) – 80 PERCENT ARMS, Inc., the nation’s largest manufacturer of 80% firearms, is proud of our history in challenging the status quo by releasing new products that have revolutionized the 80% lower industry. Today, we are continuing the tradition with the release of our new GST-9 Ghost: the world’s first truly modular 80% pistol frame system compatible with Glock® 19 platform components, as well as our patent-pending modular grips allow for easy conversion between compact and full size. We started by taking a close look at the famously reliable Glock® platform, diligently researched what was missing on the market today, then used our years of expertise manufacturing 80% firearms to develop the most shootable 80% pistol system from the ground up.
Based on extensive research and focus group testing, we also improved ergonomics by designing a contoured grip that improves comfort and helps tame recoil. The undercut trigger guard gives you a higher grip on the frame, thus lowering the bore-axis and reducing muzzle flip for faster, more accurate follow-up shots.
The GST-9 Ghost features several improvements over the time-tested Glock® platform, starting with the mating surface between the slide and frame. Frame rails have been extended three times their normal length for more repeatability, better accuracy, and controlled recoil impulse. Nickel plating improves reliability by reducing friction between moving parts in the harshest conditions, even after liquid lubricants have long since cooked off.
The GST-9 is centered around one thing: you. There is no one-size-fits-all solution to your mission. That’s why we designed the GST-9 to allow every shooter to build a frame that is tailor-made for them. Whether it’s a compact or full-size grip, a streamlined magwell for carry or a flared magwell for competition, we give you options. Build the frame you want for your mission with the 80 Percent Arms GST-9 Ghost.
