7 chapters across the catalog
A donor provides information on "Manned-Unmanned Teaming" (MUMT), a military technology that allows jet and helicopter pilots to control drones from their cockpits. This technology is being integrated into Apache helicopters and fighter jets for advanced surveillance and combat.
EU Defense Funding, European Army, NATO Coordination
The European Commission unveils a new defense funding plan aimed at increasing military research and procurement. The plan includes a 5 billion euro fund for member states to purchase helicopters and planes. The hosts mock the relatively small amount of funding compared to the U.S. military budget.
Port Angeles Military Invasion, Cell Phone Battery Test
Residents of Port Angeles, Washington, are startled by unannounced late-night military flight training involving Chinook and Apache helicopters. During the discussion, Adam Curry performs a live test by removing the battery from his "off" cell phone, proving that the device was still transmitting signals to his audio equipment while the battery was in.
Residents in Houston and Miami reported military helicopters and gunfire in residential neighborhoods during unannounced multi-agency training exercises. The U.S. Army and local police departments utilized the old Carnegie Vanguard High School for drills involving armed men in fatigues and blank rounds. Local emergency services were reportedly not fully notified, leading to confusion when ambulances were dispatched for "shots fired" calls.
U.S. Military Contracts for Russian Helicopters in Afghanistan
The U.S. Department of Defense continues to purchase helicopters from a Russian firm to supply Afghan security forces, despite Senator John Cornyn's objections. This creates a diplomatic paradox where the U.S. buys hardware from the same supplier providing equipment to the Syrian regime.
Joe Paterno Death and Military Drills in Los Angeles
The death of Penn State coach Joe Paterno is briefly mentioned in the context of his legacy and the Sandusky scandal. This is followed by a report on unannounced military training exercises involving helicopters in downtown Los Angeles. The hosts suggest these drills are preparations for potential civil unrest rather than standard training.
Military Helicopter Activity, Gray Chinooks and Apaches Over Los Angeles
Adam Curry reports a continuous presence of military helicopters over his house, including gray Chinooks, Blackhawks, and armed Apaches. He expresses concern over the frequency of these flights and notes that local residents in Los Angeles seem indifferent to the activity. Dvorak finds the presence of armed Apaches particularly disturbing.
