Tuesday, August 7, 2018

Mattis Welcomes British Counterpart to Pentagon

Defense Secretary James N. Mattis hosted an honor cordon to welcome British Defense Secretary Gavin Williamson to the Pentagon where they discussed defense matters and shared values between the two countries.
Defense Secretary James N. Mattis greets British Defense Secretary Gavin Williamson at the Pentagon.
https://ift.tt/2M7xk8s DoD News August 07, 2018 at 09:45PM

Mattis Comments on DoD Role in Election Security, Space as Warfighting Domain

The Defense Department will provide all support necessary to the Department of Homeland Security and law enforcement agencies to protect U.S. elections from Russian interference and other bad actors, Defense Secretary James N. Mattis said.
Air National Guard airmen train in cyber operations
https://ift.tt/2MrUTps Jim Garamone August 07, 2018 at 09:45PM

Mattis Says Taliban Under Increasing Pressure to Reconcile

The president̢۪s South Asia Strategy is working in Afghanistan and pressure is increasing on the Taliban to enter reconciliation discussions, Defense Secretary James N. Mattis told reporters at the Pentagon.
Defense Secretary James N. Mattis discusses the South Asia Strategy with reporters outside the Pentagon, Aug. 7, 2018. DoD photo by Jim Garamone
https://ift.tt/2OSPs4n Jim Garamone August 07, 2018 at 09:45PM

Mattis Welcomes British Counterpart to Pentagon

Defense Secretary James N. Mattis hosted an honor cordon to welcome British Defense Secretary Gavin Williamson to the Pentagon where they discussed defense matters and shared values between the two countries.
Defense Secretary James N. Mattis greets British Defense Secretary Gavin Williamson at the Pentagon.
https://ift.tt/2MwmO7q DoD News August 07, 2018 at 06:45PM

Mattis Comments on DoD Role in Election Security, Space as Warfighting Domain

The Defense Department will provide all support necessary to the Department of Homeland Security and law enforcement agencies to protect U.S. elections from Russian interference and other bad actors, Defense Secretary James N. Mattis said.
Air National Guard airmen train in cyber operations
https://ift.tt/2vya9uD Jim Garamone August 07, 2018 at 06:45PM

Mattis Says Taliban Under Increasing Pressure to Reconcile

The president̢۪s South Asia Strategy is working in Afghanistan and pressure is increasing on the Taliban to enter reconciliation discussions, Defense Secretary James N. Mattis told reporters at the Pentagon.
Defense Secretary James N. Mattis discusses the South Asia Strategy with reporters outside the Pentagon, Aug. 7, 2018. DoD photo by Jim Garamone
https://ift.tt/2OiNAkg Jim Garamone August 07, 2018 at 06:45PM

Mattis Comments on DoD Role in Election Security, Space as Warfighting Domain

The Defense Department will provide all support necessary to the Department of Homeland Security and law enforcement agencies to protect U.S. elections from Russian interference and other bad actors, Defense Secretary James N. Mattis said.
https://ift.tt/2vJOMWr Jim Garamone August 07, 2018 at 03:45PM

Mattis Says Taliban Under Increasing Pressure to Reconcile

The president̢۪s South Asia Strategy is working in Afghanistan and pressure is increasing on the Taliban to enter reconciliation discussions, Defense Secretary James N. Mattis told reporters at the Pentagon.
Defense Secretary James N. Mattis discusses the South Asia Strategy with reporters outside the Pentagon, Aug. 7, 2018. DoD photo by Jim Garamone
https://ift.tt/2njTQgp Jim Garamone August 07, 2018 at 03:45PM

DoD Announces DESI Awards for University-Industry Collaborations

Five university-industry teams were selected for the Defense Enterprise Science Initiative, a pilot program supporting research collaboration focused on accelerating the impact of research on defense capabilities, Pentagon officials announced.
A scientist pours powder into a beaker of urine.
https://ift.tt/2vLa9GU DoD News August 07, 2018 at 03:45PM

101st Resolute Support Sustainment Brigade 'Lifeliners' Train to Sustain Lives

The 101st Resolute Support Sustainment Brigade's medical team -- consisting of a family practice medical doctor and two combat medic specialists -- provides medical support to more than 500 service members.
Army Spc. Nicholas Leveretter, left, and Pfc. Lani Suther administer a nasal pharyngeal tube to a mock casualty while practicing combat lifesaver techniques at Bagram Air Field, Afghanistan, July 26, 2018. Army photo by 1st Lt. Verniccia Ford
https://ift.tt/2nhFYmy Army 1st Lt. Verniccia Ford August 07, 2018 at 03:45PM

Remotely Piloted Aircraft Become Mainstay of Wildland Firefighting

The MQ-9 Reaper drone has developed into a key asset in California̢۪s fight against wildfires, including the Carr and Mendocino Complex Fires, which are currently burning in Northern California.
An aircrew from the California Air National Guard̢۪s 163rd Attack Wing flies an MQ-9 Reaper remotely piloted aircraft during a mission to support state agencies fighting the Mendocino Complex Fire in Northern California, Aug. 4, 2018. The aircrew conducted fire perimeter scans and spot checks on the blaze, which encompasses the Ranch and River fires. California Air National Guard photo by Senior Airman Crystal Housman
https://ift.tt/2vJOFtZ Air Force Senior Airman Crystal Housman August 07, 2018 at 03:45PM

Face of Defense: Navy Recruiter Enjoys Mentoring Sailors

Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Kristofer D. Wilson said the Navy helps him to develop new skills and provides the opportunity to train and mentor the next generation of sailors.
Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Kristofer D. Wilson, a ship serviceman and recruiter assigned to Navy Recruiting District Los Angeles, speaks to a potential applicant at a recruiting station in Inglewood, Calif., July 18, 2018. Navy photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Richard Perez
https://ift.tt/2nkJX1X Navy Recruiting Command August 07, 2018 at 03:45PM

Press Briefing

Defense Secretary James N. Mattis discusses the South Asia Strategy with reporters outside the Pentagon, Aug. 7, 2018. DoD photo by Jim Garamone https://ift.tt/2vJODCn Jim Garamone August 07, 2018 at 03:45PM

Mission Movement

Army Staff Sgt. Christopher Doyle prepares to move forward during a combined arms live-fire exercise at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, Aug. 3, 2018. Doyle is a weapons squad leader assigned to Charlie Company, 1st Battalion, 27th Infantry Regiment "Wolfhounds", 2nd Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division. Army photo by 1st Lt. Ryan DeBooy https://ift.tt/2njTIgV 1st Lt. Ryan DeBooy August 07, 2018 at 03:45PM

DoD Announces DESI Awards for University-Industry Collaborations

Five university-industry teams were selected for the Defense Enterprise Science Initiative, a pilot program supporting research collaboration focused on accelerating the impact of research on defense capabilities, Pentagon officials announced.
A scientist pours powder into a beaker of urine.
https://ift.tt/2vLuonQ DoD News August 07, 2018 at 12:45PM

101st Resolute Support Sustainment Brigade 'Lifeliners' Train to Sustain Lives

The 101st Resolute Support Sustainment Brigade's medical team -- consisting of a family practice medical doctor and two combat medic specialists -- provides medical support to more than 500 service members.
Army Spc. Nicholas Leveretter, left, and Pfc. Lani Suther administer a nasal pharyngeal tube to a mock casualty while practicing combat lifesaver techniques at Bagram Air Field, Afghanistan, July 26, 2018. Army photo by 1st Lt. Verniccia Ford
https://ift.tt/2LWn1Vv Army 1st Lt. Verniccia Ford August 07, 2018 at 12:45PM

Remotely Piloted Aircraft Become Mainstay of Wildland Firefighting

The MQ-9 Reaper drone has developed into a key asset in California̢۪s fight against wildfires, including the Carr and Mendocino Complex Fires, which are currently burning in Northern California.
An aircrew from the California Air National Guard̢۪s 163rd Attack Wing flies an MQ-9 Reaper remotely piloted aircraft during a mission to support state agencies fighting the Mendocino Complex Fire in Northern California, Aug. 4, 2018. The aircrew conducted fire perimeter scans and spot checks on the blaze, which encompasses the Ranch and River fires. California Air National Guard photo by Senior Airman Crystal Housman
https://ift.tt/2vMOn5o Air Force Senior Airman Crystal Housman August 07, 2018 at 12:45PM

Face of Defense: Navy Recruiter Enjoys Mentoring Sailors

Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Kristofer D. Wilson said the Navy helps him to develop new skills and provides the opportunity to train and mentor the next generation of sailors.
Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Kristofer D. Wilson, a ship serviceman and recruiter assigned to Navy Recruiting District Los Angeles, speaks to a potential applicant at a recruiting station in Inglewood, Calif., July 18, 2018. Navy photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Richard Perez
https://ift.tt/2nk53xg Navy Recruiting Command August 07, 2018 at 12:45PM

Buck taken with rifle | ATN X-Sight II HD best Hunting rifle scope with camera


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Remotely Piloted Aircraft Become Mainstay of Wildland Firefighting

The MQ-9 Reaper drone has developed into a key asset in California̢۪s fight against wildfires, including the Carr and Mendocino Complex Fires, which are currently burning in Northern California.
An aircrew from the California Air National Guard̢۪s 163rd Attack Wing flies an MQ-9 Reaper remotely piloted aircraft during a mission to support state agencies fighting the Mendocino Complex Fire in Northern California, Aug. 4, 2018. The aircrew conducted fire perimeter scans and spot checks on the blaze, which encompasses the Ranch and River fires. California Air National Guard photo by Senior Airman Crystal Housman
https://ift.tt/2Mt9yRk Air Force Senior Airman Crystal Housman August 07, 2018 at 09:45AM

Face of Defense: Navy Recruiter Enjoys Mentoring Sailors

Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Kristofer D. Wilson said the Navy helps him to develop new skills and provides the opportunity to train and mentor the next generation of sailors.
Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Kristofer D. Wilson, a ship serviceman and recruiter assigned to Navy Recruiting District Los Angeles, speaks to a potential applicant at a recruiting station in Inglewood, Calif., July 18, 2018. Navy photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Richard Perez
https://ift.tt/2MaBUmn Navy Recruiting Command August 07, 2018 at 09:45AM

Inspecting Solar Panels with Thermal Drones | FLIR Delta - Episode 11


In the latest episode of FLIR Delta, we will answer the four most commonly asked questions about using thermal drones in solar panel inspections. ̢ۢ Why use a thermal drone to inspect solar installations? ̢ۢ What am I looking for? ̢ۢ How should I fly the inspection? ̢ۢ Can I diagnose problems with just the images I capture? Don̢۪t miss the download Drone Pilot Checklist for Solar Inspection from our friends at Raptor Maps: https://ift.tt/2AOseJQ For professional thermal training visit the ITC: https://ift.tt/2vrGCT3 https://ift.tt/2AKxHBg FLIR Systems August 07, 2018 at 09:49AM

Air Force releases Light Attack Aircraft draft request for proposal

The Air Force shared a draft request for proposal for the Light Attack Aircraft with Sierra Nevada/Embraer and Textron Aviation following the conclusion of the second phase of the Light Attack Experiment.
https://ift.tt/2AQ6CNg DoD News August 07, 2018 at 06:45AM