FORT WALTON BEACH, Fla. — AFSOCs newest airframe, the OA-1K, will officially be the Skyraider II. AFSOC leaders made the announcement today at the Special Air Warfare Symposium. The moniker renews the rugged and versatile nature of the A-1 Skyraider, which was in service from 1946 to the early 1980s. “I am excited about the…
The 24th Special Tactics Squadron is one of the Special Tactics units of the United States Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC). Garrisoned at Pope Field, North Carolina, it is the U.S. Air Force component of Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC). The unit’s webpage describes it as “the Air Force’s special operations ground force”. As the Air Force’s Tier 1 unit, the 24th STS provides…
Rheinmetall Gladius Light – Special Networking for Special Operations Forces Soldier systems connect individual warriors on the battlefield with other actors, sensors, effectors and platforms, bringing them into the network-enabled operational loop. Rheinmetall has extensive experience in this area. Just in February 2025 the Federal Office for Equipment, Information Technology and In Service Support of…
Savage Arms Continues Support of Pass It On Outdoor Mentors WESTFIELD, Massachusetts – February 26, 2025 – Savage Arms® announces its continued support of Pass It On – Outdoor Mentors in 2025. Pass It On – Outdoor Mentors has been working to expand opportunities for young hunters to experience safe, mentored hunts. The organization’s efforts…
By Michael Kurcina Mike credits his early military training as the one thing that kept him disciplined through the many years. He currently provides his expertise as an adviser for an agency within the DoD. Michael Kurcina subscribes to the Spotter Up way of life. “I will either find a way or I will make…
The 5th Security Force Assistance Brigade (5th SFAB) plays a pivotal role in enhancing medical capabilities across the Indo-Pacific, fostering stronger partnerships and improving the readiness of allied and partner nations. Through collaborative training, operational support, and knowledge sharing, 5th SFAB’s medical teams help partner forces advance their trauma care, casualty evacuation, and medical logistics,…
Training is a crucial aspect of any job. Traditional training methods, such as seminars, flip charts, and briefings, can often be monotonous and less engaging. To address this, the CIA has introduced board games and card games into their training repertoire, making the process more interactive and enjoyable. Game-based training has a long history, dating…
LONOKE, Ark. – February 27, 2025 – Remington Ammunition is expanding multiple product lines to offer new calibers for 2025. These line extensions include popular product families such as Core-Lokt, Core-Lokt Tipped and Core-Lokt Handgun. Big Green is also introducing Performance WheelGun, a new optimized 22 Long Rifle ammunition designed for the old favorite revolver. …
For service members, coffee isn’t just a beverage—it’s a lifeline. Whether fueling pre-dawn PT, long deployments, or late-night missions, the right brew keeps warriors sharp and ready for whatever comes next. Big Guns Coffee is a veteran-owned company that doesn’t just talk about strength—it brews it. A Military Legacy, A Coffee Revolution Big Guns Coffee…
Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va. — As the geopolitical landscape continues to evolve, rapid capability fielding is proving critical to maintaining a decisive operational edge on the modern battlefield. In preparation for the future fight, Marine Corps Systems Command’s Program Manager Combat Support Systems (PM CSS) has achieved a significant milestone by fielding the Micro…