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MATBOCK Monday: Multi Weapon Aiming Device (MWAD)

May 20th, 2024

The Multi Weapon Aiming Device (MWAD) is a multi-platform capable ballistic computer that digitally displays range and azimuth for indirect fire weapon systems. The MWAD provides real-time ballistic solutions accounting for environmental conditions, round type, platform, and lot deviations, allowing the user to put rounds on target more accurately and in less time than legacy aiming systems. Full integration into ATAK architecture allows receipt of call for fire missions, informs team leaders of aim point for entire teams, and enables accurate engagement of moving targets. The MWAD is compatible with 40mm and 60mm and has various crew-served weapon platforms. Software modifications can be made on request to include any direct-fire weapons system.

Features:

– Simple manipulation with gloves and at night
– More rounds on target faster without the guesswork
– Integrates directly into ATAK (ATAK device not included)
– ATAK software provided via .apk file on delivery
– Waterproof & shockproof

To find out more or to schedule a demo, email sales@matbock.com or check out www.matbock.com/products/multi-weapon-aiming-device

Posted in Advertiser, Guest Post, Weapon Accessories | 1 Comment »

DAF Announces Changes to Allowances for Airmen, Guardians with Dependents Attending Training

May 20th, 2024

Secretary of the Air Force Public Affairs

ARLINGTON, Va. (AFNS) —

Beginning May 7, Airmen and Guardians with dependents executing a permanent change of station to a professional military education or training location are now authorized to collect per diem in the amount of the basic allowance for housing without-dependent rate. Airmen and Guardians may collect this per diem if they are at the training location for less than a year and if they are returning to their prior duty location.

The updated policy allows service members with dependents to maintain two households, continuing to receive BAH at the “dependent” rate for their prior duty location where their family remains, as well as receive per diem in the amount of BAH at the “without dependent” rate for the school or training location.

To receive this benefit, the member requires orders to return to their prior duty station after they complete school or training and cannot live in no-cost government quarters.

“We understand that these short moves, while necessary, can be disruptive to the lives and finances of Airmen and Guardians with families – particularly in situations where they are slated to return to their original duty station,” said Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Manpower and Reserve Affairs Alex Wagner. “This new allowance gives our service members and their families additional resources to weather these times away without the added stress of financial uncertainties.”

The new policy was directed by the Fiscal Year 2023 National Defense Authorization Act and was reflected in the Joint Travel Regulation, Nov. 1, 2023.

Members will receive retroactive payments if they meet the established eligibility criteria during a course they attended on or after Dec. 23, 2022.

This effort does not replace the Temporary Duty Waiver for Formal Training policy, which allows Airmen and Guardians to attend courses with a duration between 141 and 180 days in a TDY status instead of a PCS status.

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Stogie Mag

May 19th, 2024

At this weekend’s NRA Annual Meeting I ran across what would make a great Father’s Day gift.

The Stogie Mag is a rifle magazine shaped humidor. It holds six cigars that measure up to 5.25″ x .50″

Additionally, the follower serves as the humidor.

There’s also a top cover that press seals to keep your cigars fresh and dust-free.

Made in the USA and available now from StogieMag.com.

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Introducing the Combat Flip Flops X Tacticon Armament Limited Edition Floperator de la Muerte

May 19th, 2024

Issaquah, WA, May 17, 2024] ? Everyone knows that flip flops are bad for running and worse for fighting, or are they??? Combat Flip Flops, the veteran-owned flip flop and accessories brand creating jobs, empowering veterans, and improving people’s lives around the globe, has announced its first limited edition collaboration with Tacticon Armament – the Floperator de la Muerte.

The Floperator de la Muerte (aka flip flop of death) celebrates Combat Flip Flops’ highly popular Floperatormodel with injection molded arch supports, proprietary rubber outsole, EVA mid-layers, and military grade tubular nylon webbing upper. Made in Bogota, Colombia at a family-owned facility, the Floperator de la Muerte comes with Tacticon Armament and Choncla de la Muerteinterchangeable morale patches.

“After years of reading the comments, ‘you can’t fight in flip flops,’ we sought out the world’s top flip flop warrior,Tacticon,” said Combat Flip Flops’ CEO, Matthew Griffin(who has run with the bulls in his flops). “Not only are they great people, but they also field tested the hell out of our footwear and validated two things: Combat Flip Flops arebuilt to handle anything, and people should spend more time training, less time commenting.”

“Combat Flip Flops and Tacticon share the same ideal of wanting to inspire each person we encounter to be a little bit better than they were yesterday,” said Nolan Meeks of Tacticon Armament. “Whether that’s a better husband, wife, friend, parent or human, or just better at a skill, we encourage everyone to try to leave the world a little bit better than they found it.”

Scientifically proven to make you stronger, faster, more agile, and more attractive, the Floperator de la Muerte is available at www.combatflipflops.com/products/floperator-de-la-muerte. And with a lifetime warranty, you’ll be running these for years to come. Get yours today.

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BCB Reaffirm Commitment to the United States

May 19th, 2024

BCB International Ltd reflected their ongoing commitment to the United States defence and security markets by supporting partners’ at Modern Day Marine (MDM) and Special Operations Forces (SOF) Tampa 2024. The Modern-Day Marine event featured 300 exhibitors, 350 companies, Interactive displays and a wargaming convention. Modern Marine consisted of briefings from the commandant of the Marine Corps,and influential leaders from the Department of Defense.

BCB exhibited through partners at both shows featuring their new and dynamic Larva Cloak, Alternate Illuminated Marker, Multi-Spectral camouflage, Dragon Fuel, IR filter Camo Cream, and combat medic First Aid Kits. They gathered significant interest on all items but more especially in their Multi-Spectral Camouflage (MSC) from several companies and US armed forces.

Significant interest from overseas delegations was received in their multi-spectral camouflage for counter-drug operations in the jungles of South America where detection by drones is so important.

BCB are in a prime position with their multi-spectralcamouflage products for Military operations. In the Retail sector, some of BCB products are creating significant interest in their applications in the Retail market for America, specifically the BCB eco field cooking system, FireDragon, which is great for cooking rations and givesone hot coffee and melting snow all in under 6 minutes, without the smell, weight burden or hazards of the flameless systems.

During the trip, BCB met with multiple members of the Department for Business and Trade team, British Embassy and Welsh consulate including the Welsh Deputy Head of North America.

At SOF Week 2024 the United Kingdom had a significant show space booked out to feature multiple British businesses. BCB had good discussions on exports opportunities for the United Sates and their strategy to expand their footprint in America.

It is clear from both exhibitions that there is significant interest in BCB’s capabilities and it is hoped that this will lead to further business in the important United States market.

Posted in Industry, International, Press Release | 3 Comments »

Distinguished Flying Cross Posthumously Awarded to 2 Air Commandos

May 19th, 2024

HURLBURT FIELD, Fla. —

Air Commandos, families, community leaders, and friends gathered at Hurlburt Field to honor Maj Randell Voas and Senior Master Sgt JB Lackey. The commander of Air Force Special Operations Command posthumously presented the Distinguished Flying Cross to Maj. Voas and Senior Master Sgt. Lackey during a ceremony here today for actions taken April 9, 2010, during a combat mission near Qalat, Afghanistan.

Mrs. Jill Voas, widow of Voas, a CV-22B pilot, and Mrs. Cassie Lackey, widow of Lackey, a CV-22B flight engineer, accepted the medals from Lt. Gen. Tony Bauernfeind, commander of Air Force Special Operations at the Voas-Lackey Roundabout, named in honor of the two men, who were members of the 8th Special Operations Squadron here.

Voas and Lackey were critical to executing an emergency landing of their CV-22B, callsign Rooster 73. Their superior airmanship saved the lives of two crew and fourteen servicemembers aboard the aircraft.

1 servicemember and 1 interpreter, as well as Voas and Lackey, were killed in the mishap.

“Randy and JB did not have the option to sit back and let the situation unfold around them. They recognized the danger and through their expertise and their professionalism took action to lessen the impact of a compounding situation,” said Bauernfeind. “Every day that we put on our uniform, we stand on the shoulders of giants those who came before us paved the path we walk, including Randy and JB,” Bauernfeind added.

This is the second award for Lackey, who received a Distinguished Flying Cross for actions in combat in 2002.

The Distinguished Flying Cross is awarded to any officer or enlisted person of the armed forces of the United States for heroism or extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight.

“We are honored to recognize their exemplary airmanship, calmness during duress and dedication to our Joint Force. Maj. Voas’s and Senior Master Sgt. Lackey’s heroism and courage in the face of disaster is a shining example of the spirit and determination that we ask of all Air Commandos,” said Bauernfeind. “They are loved, greatly missed, and will never be forgotten.”

By Lucelia Ball

Posted in Air Force, Guest Post, Memorial, SOF | 1 Comment »

NRAAM 24 – Kel-Tec

May 18th, 2024

Kel-Tec has updated their 9mm SUB2000 carbine to a Gen 3 model. Upgrades include a metal trigger and it will accept a GLOCK 17 magazine. Additionally, the charging handle in the stock features bolt hold open slots in either direction.

But the biggest change is that the barrel twists and folds so that you can keep optics mounted even when folded.

www.keltecweapons.com/firearm/rifles/sub2000

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NRAAM 24 – SIG SAUER

May 18th, 2024

SIG has an amazing booth, easily the largest at the show, but there’s not much new on display. In addition to showcasing SIG Connect which is an app-based entertainment and training platform, there are a couple of gems to be found here and there.