The ability to have comms and navigation when traveling is critical these days. On a trip to Europe, I used my cell phone and just added on an international plan while overseas. Although that temporary data plan only cost me an additional $10 a day, I still went over my monthly data limit and got […]
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Loadout Room photo of the day: SERE Forrest Survival
TRAVIS AFB, CA, UNITED STATES Communication devices and other supplies are prepared to be used for a U.S. Air Force Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape training session for aircrew members that will last well into the evening in a remote area near Travis Air Force Base, Calif., Jul. 17, 2017. SERE Instructors conduct the training […]
Former CIA operative reveals his weapons, disguises, and gear (Part 1)
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be a CIA operative? I’ll walk you through the sexy gear today’s operatives are outfitted with and how it’s utilized in the field. This is part one of a series that will give you an exclusive look inside the spy agency’s departments of disguise, weaponry, vehicles, and communication. Buckle your […]
Pentagon kicks off satellite communications study
WASHINGTON — The Pentagon is rethinking the way it purchases wideband satellite communications and is looking to industry for ideas, department officials said Thursday. As part of a Wideband Communications Services (WCS) Analysis of Alternatives (AOA) study, the department will issue a request for information seeking out details on the latest satellite technologies, as well […]