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In today's world, Soldiers rely heavily on their GPS. What are you going to do if you run out of batteries or the satellites go down? You better know how to use a map and compass. Land Navigation is the skill that sets apart the Army's elite Soldiers from the average Soldiers.Unfortunately, the Army doesn't do a very good job of teaching land navigation. This book will be your ultimate trainer. Whether you just want to improve your navigation skills for hunting and hiking or you aspire to attend the Army's toughest schools and selection courses, this is the book for you.The skills in this book range from basic to advanced. The "Basic" section of the book covers the fundamentals and basic skills necessary to be able to navigate. Much of that information is also found in FM's and Soldier's Manuals, which are very few in print these days with everything being digital. The "Advanced" section covers field expedient methods, route planning as well as tips and tricks and a section on the Ranger School Land Nav course and the SFAS Land Nav course.The contributors to this book were Ranger Instructors, Special Forces, and a 1st SFOD-D officer. They completed many Army land nav courses including the most difficult land nav tests the Army has to offer. I think you'll find their insight helpful and useful. If you apply what is in this book you will be the best Soldier at Land Nav in your unit and won't have any problem with basic and advanced course land nav tests, EIB land nav, or Ranger, SFAS, and Delta Selection. Make your own luck!Contains:BasicsDistanceGrid CoordinatesLocate your positionUse a compassAzimuth ConversionNavigateField Expedient Methods for DirectionMap FoldingTips & TricksRanger/SF School

Starting with basic airmanship and progressing to drone employment in the field and equipment the drone operator should carry with them, this manual goes into detail about adapting drones for payload delivery, and commonsense tools for successful mission completion. "Necessity is the mother of invention"; Advancements made in sUAV design from the start of the war in 2022 to the summer of 2023, prove the pivotal role drones are playing in the Russo-Ukrainian war and the role they will undoubtedly play in both humanitarian and military missions in the future.This book was compiled and created by the author between the late Spring and Winter of 2022, while advising Ukrainian ground forces in drone piloting and operations. The author's intention was to create a framework and foundation for a much needed standardized training program for drone operators serving in Ukraine.Contents:Lift and WeightThrust and DragStability and ControlStallingGlidingHelicopter PrinciplesDrone Employment and OrganizationMeteorologyGeography, Communications, & ModificationsPatterns of Flight: Offensive & DefensiveEquipment, Drone Maintenance, Pre-Flight ChecksNavigation

Public speaking is hard enough, giving a briefing is downright painful. All eyes are on you, and your audience expects a lot out of you. Take the stress out of briefing and learn how to keep cool under pressure and deliver effective presentations. From the initial research phase, to giving a great presentation-this guide has got you covered.Learn How to:Develop briefings that keep your audience's attentionTailor your brief to your audienceSelect the appropriate format for your briefKeep calm and deal with stage frightUse graphics and charts effectivelyPrepare and rehearse your presentationAvoid common mistakes and pitfallsDeal with hecklers and loud-mouths