Author: Jack Bogart

Ascendisr – CAGE (Close-Access Guard Enclosure) The CAGE (Close-Access Guard Enclosure) from Ascendisr is designed for use with interior FPV and whoop-style aircraft, Developed in conjunction with the French firm Danger Dynamics, CAGE improves aircraft survivability in confined, cluttered, and low-light environments. Its lightweight protective airframe shields against impacts, reduces the likelihood of propeller strikes, preserves maneuverability, enables rapid battery changes, and provides additional mounting surface area for mission-configurable IR or visible light modules. CAGE is fully compatible with the MORSEL systems, allowing operators to add physical protection and mission-configurable capability without compromising the aerial concealment provided by MORSEL against…

Colt Optics has just announced a new pistol red dot, a full-size red dot and a magnifier.Colt Optics has officially entered the red dot game with its recent announcement of the MRS-1 enclosed-emitter pistol red dot, the CSQ-1 rifle red dot and the C3X-1 3x magnifier. All three were designed, engineered and assembled in Michigan and feature large viewing windows for faster target acquisition and better situational awareness while behind the sight.The MRS-1 is an enclosed-emitter pistol red dot that features a rugged 7075-T6 aluminum housing, a 3-MOA dot, an ACRO mounting footprint, motion-activated illumination and co-witnessing with many standard-height…

JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, Va. (AFNS) —   The Department of Air Force has initiated the reassignment of combat air forces advanced intelligence formal training units from Air Education and Training Command to Air Combat Command. This strategic move, overseen by Gen. Adrian Spain, commander of ACC, and Lt. Gen. Clark Quinn, commander of AETC, will be a streamlined process designed to align intelligence Airmen directly with combat-focused missions. The reassignment will enable the Distributed Common Ground System and Targeting IFTUs and the Contingency Intelligence Network Intelligence Initial Qualification Course to deliberately integrate operational training courses with operational units. Air Force…

It’s spring in Alaska, and I’m on a multihour run in the temperate rainforest. Moss clings to the branches of old-growth forests, and waterfalls cascade from the precipitous mountainsides above. The rain is ceaseless. Combined with an ambient air temperature of around 35 degrees, these are the type of conditions where I can’t stop moving without risking hypothermia in a remote setting. Pausing briefly for a snack break, I pull out my three extra layers and don them under a large Sitka Spruce. Carried in the Hyperlite Pemi 15, my extra layers are safe and dry, allowing me to comfortably…

Do you think “Divorcee State Park” is an attractive name? How about “Feminist Freedom River Park?” Or maybe “The Best Little Divorce Ranch in Nevada?” OK, that might be going too far. But Nevada’s newest park acquisition isn’t just Carson River land with rich riparian habitat for fish and wildlife. It was also part of a “uniquely Nevada industry,” according to Western Rivers Conservancy, which transferred the land to Nevada State Parks last week. The park — currently open to public name suggestions — was once a “divorce ranch.” In the 1940s, Nevada’s lenient laws only required a 6-week residency to…

Quantum Systems to support NATO Drone Edge As part of the official German delegation to the NATO Summit in Ankara, Quantum Systems announced the expansion of its international manufacturing network to continuously increase production capacity and support allied armed forces. Ankara, 07 July 2026 – As part of the official German delegation to the NATO summit in Ankara, Quantum Systems announced its support of NATO’s Drone Edge initiative, with the expansion of its international production network. Besides expanding existing manufacturing facilities in Germany, Ukraine, Australia and California, the company is currently ramping up a new facility in Huntsville, Alabama. Additional…

One of the world’s most thrilling winter sports is finally coming to the world’s biggest stage. Freeride skiing and snowboarding has been steadily growing in popularity since at least the 1990s, when this gnarly alpine discipline was codified with official contests in the U.S. and Europe. It’s a rough-and-tumble sport that’s also fun as hell to watch. And now it’s coming to the Olympic Games. On Tuesday, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) announced that freeride skiing and snowboarding will debut at the Alpes 2030 Olympic Winter Games. This is a major milestone for a sport that relies on natural terrain,…

Milrem Robotics and Hanwha Systems Explore Integration of Advanced Sensors and Effectors on Autonomous Ground Vehicles Milrem Robotics and Hanwha Systems signed a Memorandum of Understanding at Eurosatory 2026 to explore the integration of advanced sensing, electronic warfare, and weapon integration solutions onto autonomous ground vehicles, addressing the growing demand for unmanned force protection and area security capabilities. The companies will assess opportunities to integrate Hanwha Systems’ payload technologies with Milrem Robotics’ autonomous ground vehicle platforms to support a wide range of mission requirements and customer needs. Potential payloads under evaluation include electro-optical and infrared (EO/IR) systems, radar, electronic warfare…

As the sun began to peek over the horizon, waves slammed my lower back against fiberglass. If I wasn’t awake before, I sure was now. As the young guy on board the bay boat, I volunteered myself as tribute for the “seat” that wasn’t really a seat. Through the waves, I tried distracting myself by staring at the Academy H20X Factor rods on board, armed with all manner of interesting baits for snook, sea trout, and, if we were lucky, tarpon. Honestly, I had a lot of trepidation about the rods. I’m not a snobby person, but when it comes…

Civivi has inaugurated a new series into their lineup, called Civivi Elite. As you have probably gleaned from the name, the Elite models are made from higher-end materials than pieces in the standard Civivi line. The Brova is the first Elite model and thus will function as a statement piece for the entire series. The Elite models target a niche between Civivi and We Knife Co. – and, unless We goes for a super premium, mid-techish level, helps the We Knife Co. family hit every major price point in the production scene. Sencut provides entry level models exclusively; Civivi normally…