Everyone
knows about Magpul Dynamics DVDs and their “Art of the Dynamic .....”.Travis Haley and Chris Costa kicked off the series with their Art of
the Dynamic Carbine and it has grown from there; encompassing carbine,
pistol, shotgun and precision rifle. The knowledge and skills passed on in any
video will never replace a proper training syllabus directed by a professional
instructor. It cannot be denied that Magpul Dynamics has significantly raised
the standard of the firearms training film and driving the firearms’ training
market into the mainstream. Since then both instructors have struck out on
their own: Travis Haley with Haley Strategic and Chris Costa with Costa Ludus.
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One
of the most unique DVDs produced by Magpul Dynamics has been Aerial Platform Operations. Normally information only available to
specialized military or law enforcement units, this DVD provides the basic structure
of helicopter operations. This is video is not just about shooting from a
helicopter.
This
DVD covers a numerous subjects including:
- Mission
Planning
- Weapon
Systems
- Rigging
Helicopters
- Improvised
Rigging
- Surveillance/Reconnaissance
- Air
Crew Communication
- Helicopter
Weapon Safety
- Live
Fire Exercise
The
level of experience of the instructor shows in this training DVD. They are very
familiar with weapons selection, rigging, and setup in for aerial support
applications. There is far more theory than action in this video. Travis Haley
and Chris Costa elucidate their thoughts and doctrine in an easy to understand
manner with an essential zeal. The section on expedient rigging of a helo to be
used as an aerial support platform is excellent and translates into other
operational applications. Additionally, the issues of weapon manipulation and helicopter
safety are pertinent area to watch as well. I did benefit from the use of
Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) for specific segments and bonus features. The
portion on low light helicopter operations was informative and thought
provoking. The main feature has a runtime of 120 minutes. The additional
features on the DVD are Night Operations and Helicopter Safety.
The
quality of the video, editing and soundtrack was excellent but we have come to
expect that from Randori Media and Legion Productions. Even the
engagement segments from within the helicopter were comprehensible but still subtitled for ease of understanding.
There is lots of Magpul accessories and other high end gear showcased but that is to
be expected. It is good kit and kind of a trademark of the Magpul Dynamics
crew.
Realistically,
my probability of engaging a bad guy from a chopper is pretty slim especially
when you consider my role and close air support available. However, with ample
time in theatre of operations and regular use of helicopters, my odds are
higher than most people who purchase this DVD. It is a reasonable void in my
training. But, on the off chance of actually being in that situation, I
purchased the video. For professional development, this DVD offers much as an
introduction to concepts for operations at tactical level utilizing aerial
support platforms; primarily in the topics of preparations, safety and
equipment selection.
Take
care out there.
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