Author: Tony Grist
FORT BRAGG, N.C. — A modular drone case conceived by two 82nd Airborne paratroopers is heading into production eight months after being a runner-up at the XVIII Airborne Corps’ Dragon’s Lair competition on June 25, 2025. This rapid turnaround from idea to production demonstrates the success of Secretary of the Army Daniel Driscoll’s Transformation Initiative, which simultaneously increase warfighter lethality and accelerates the Army’s acquisition process. Spc. Alexander Soto, a paratrooper assigned to the 1st Battalion, 508th Parachute Infantry Regiment, noted the reoccurring problem of drones being broken during airborne drops and rigorous field exercises. “We needed to be able…
The Iran War entered its eleventh day on Tuesday as President Trump sent contradictory signals about when the American-Israeli military campaign might end. On Monday afternoon, Trump told CBS News that the war “is very complete, pretty much.” But later on Monday evening, Trump said that “we will hit them so hard that it will not be possible for them or anybody else helping them to ever recover that section of the world.” He later warned Iran on Truth Social that, if oil does not flow freely through the Strait of Hormuz, the U.S. “will make it virtually impossible for…
Perception becomes power and decisions move at the speed of instinct with Soldier Borne Mission Command FORT WORTH, TEXAS – March. 9, 2026 – The modern battlefield will be won by Warriors who understand first, decide in milliseconds, and act with absolute certainty. That future isn’t coming. It’s here. The United States Army has awarded Elbit Systems of America (Elbit America) an Other Transaction Authority (OTA) contract valued at $120.5 million to develop Soldier Borne Mission Command (SBMC). This creates a next-generation capability that redefines how Soldiers operate, connect, and dominate in complex, contested environments, built on Elbit America’s proven…
Med-Eng Pleased to Support United States Department of War with Delivery of Sensor Capabilities Contract Previously Announced by Cadre Holdings Company Providing Mission-Critical Blast Exposure Monitoring System to Preserve and Maintain Readiness for Warfighters OGDENSBURG, NY — As originally announced by Cadre Holdings, Inc. (“Cadre”), on November 19, 2025, Med-Eng, LLC, a world leader in personal protective technologies against blast and a subsidiary of Cadre, was awarded a 5-year Indefinite Delivery / Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract with a maximum value of $50 million by the United States Department of War (DoW) to deliver and support the Blast Exposure Monitoring (BEMO)…
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FORT CARSON, Colo. — High winds tear across the tactical range — tumbleweeds pass and debris swirls but a tactical drone maneuvers steadily through the sky, locked on course and unmoved by the elements. This moment reflects the culmination of three demanding weeks of training. Green Berets from the 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne) completed an intensive training program from Feb. 9 to 27, conducting exercises both in the classroom and across multiple tactical ranges on Fort Carson. The Advanced Drone Course taken by the Soldiers is designed to expand operational capabilities and enhance small unmanned aerial system employment across…
Haley Strategic – MOD Placard The MOD Placard features MOLLE on all exterior surfaces with built in slots for magazines inserts. Constructed from a single piece of nylon laminate with bartack bonding, it can be configured from a slick placard to a complete rig. Universal Plate Carrier Attachment System Ride Height Adjustable FirstSpear TUBES Compatible Berry Compliant and offered in MultiCam. haleystrategic.com/mod-plus-placard-multicam haleystrategic.com/mod-placard-multicam Read the full article here
SIG SAUER Expands Shooter Affiliate Program to Include Sal Hernandez, Ian Meyers, and Kevin Lally NEWINGTON, N.H., (March 9, 2026) – SIG SAUER is excited to welcome Sal Hernandez, Ian Meyers, and Kevin Lally to the SIG Shooter Affiliate Program. They will represent SIG SAUER at major competitive shooting events around the country, joining their teammates Tre’Von Barber, Kay Lane, and Todd Sindelar. Sal Hernandez is an active member of San Antonio Police Department’s SWAT team, a Master class USPSA shooter, and a sniper and firearms instructor. He is a dominant force in The Tactical Games and SWAT-focused competitions with…