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Spectra Group (UK) Ltd, a specialist provider of secure voice, data and satellite communications systems, has been supporting the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) to enhance their strategic communications expertise, particularly by maximising the capabilities and hence benefits of using Comtech’s Troposcatter Modular Transportable Transmission System (MTTS). Spectra Group acquired the global distribution rights for Comtech’s Troposcatter Family of Systems (less USA, Canada and Mexico which is retained by Comtech) in 2024 and late last year Spectra Group also announced opening their Australia office to better support the Asia region.   Tropospheric scatter is a communications capability that uses…

Streamlight Inc., recently introduced the new MegaStream USB rechargeable flashlight, a compact handheld light with a mighty output consisting of 1,800 lumens and 26,000 candela with a two hour runtime on high off a fully-charged battery. This new compact handheld flashlight from Streamlight only measures 5.3 inches and a weight of 5.4 ounces. The Streamlight MegaStream USB casts white light and uses three different output modes: High (1,800 lumens, 26,000 candela, 352 yards beam distance) Medium (500 lumens, 7,200 candela, 185 yards beam distance) Low (150 lumens, 2,100 candela, 100 yards beam distance). The MegaStream USB’s run times will range…

By Massad Ayoob Some folks who only read the Internet forums or even some gun magazines have been told there that “hair trigger liability is a myth.” Alas, that is not true, and it’s better to realize that now rather than find out from a prosecutor or plaintiff’s lawyer later. Many of us modify our carry guns so we can shoot them better. Smoother trigger pulls, sights that suit us better, modifications of grips to better fit our hands, etc. These kinds of modifications are easily defensible in court. The mechanical modifications which get people in trouble tend to cluster…

FORT STEWART, Ga. – The 188th Infantry Brigade is breaking new ground in Army training and readiness with the launch of its Innovation Lab, a future forward initiative dedicated to the development, construction, and integration of drones in modern warfare. As part of First Army’s mission to prepare Reserve and National Guard units (Compo 2 and Compo 3) for mobilization, the 188th Infantry Brigade is embracing emerging technologies to enhance warfighter capabilities. The Innovation Lab provides Soldiers with hands-on experience in drone assembly, programming, and field training, preparing them for efficiency on the battlefields of the future. Maj. Trevor Barrett,…

Life comes at you pretty fast, as Ferris Bueller once said, and sometimes, you’re just not prepared for the speed at which it comes at you. I live in a portion of the country which regularly gets pounded by hurricanes, so I have learned to have a “go bag” ready at all times in case I need to evacuate my home.  But if you haven’t noticed, the world hasn’t ended yet. However, all of us face the trials and tribulations of everyday life, and one of those problems is dealing with being stranded away from home. The last time this…

If you’ve ever wanted an HK G36, you can now own a .22 LR lookalike made by Umarex.The HK G36 has always been a rare bird in the U.S. Previously, those who wanted one were limited to clones made by TommyBuilt Tactical or buying an HK SL8 and paying to have it converted. Both were expensive options. Walther made a clone in .22 LR as well some years ago, but it’s no longer available. Now, those in need of having their G36 itch scratched can do it with a new officially licensed HK clone in .22 LR made by Umarex.The…

WASHINGTON (AFNS) —   The Department of the Air Force announced today the contract award for the Engineering and Manufacturing Development (EMD) of the Next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) Platform, marking a major milestone in the advancement of air superiority. The contract, awarded to Boeing, will lead to the development of the F-47, the world’s first sixth-generation fighter aircraft. “I’m thrilled to announce that, at my direction, the United States Air Force is moving forward with the world’s first sixth-generation fighter jet,” said President Donald J. Trump during a press briefing at the White House. “Nothing in the world comes…

Winter Sports Clinic offers “Miracles on a Mountainside” SNOWMASS VILLAGE, Colo. – Veterans with disabilities often face significant challenges after military service, including traumatic brain injuries (TBI), spinal cord injuries, vision loss or amputations. For some, recovery can be incredibly difficult. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recognizes the value traditional and recreational therapy-based models play in the healing process. During the week of March 31 – April 5, 2025, VA and DAV (Disabled American Veterans) will co-host the 39th National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic (NDVWSC), also referred to as Miracles on a Mountainside. This premier rehabilitative and…

By Tom Laemlein The Junkers Ju 87 Stuka dive bomber remains one of the iconic weapons of World War II. Images of bomber in screaming dives, its talon-like landing gear poised below its sharp nose, created a terrifying international impression of Germany’s Blitzkrieg onslaught from the attack on Poland in 1939, through the battle of France in 1940, and the invasion of the Soviet Union in 1941. The Stuka blazed a trail for German success on the battlefield and became the icon of early tactical air support. As the war progressed, Allied airpower advanced and the Stuka squadrons could no…

CZ-USA is now offering its CZ Bren 2 Ms carbines and large format pistols to the United States market. CZ Bren 2 Ms carbines and large format pistols come with different barrel lengths and are chambered for 5.56 NATO and 7.62x39mm. Currently, the full-size 16 inch CZ Bren 2 Ms carbine is only available in 5.56 NATO. The large format pistol versions have barrel lengths ranging from 8 to 14 inches.  The civilian legal semi-automatic CZ Bren 2 Ms series are inspired by the original Czech military CZ 805 Bren design and use a modern short-stroke adjustable piston driven semi-automatic…