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The USA’s M4 Carbine Controversies

The USA’s M4 Carbine Controversies

An M4 – or is it? (click to view full) The 5.56mm M-16 has been the USA’s primary battle rifle since the Vietnam war, undergoing changes into progressive versions like the M16A4 widely fielded by the US Marine Corps, “Commando” carbine...
The USA’s M4 Carbine Controversies

Saudi Snoops: RSAF Turns to King Airs

IqAF 350-ISR (click to view full) In recent wars, a lot of high tech gear has been upstaged by a surprising contender. Countries like the USA, Canada, Britain, Egypt, Iraq, and others are flying low-end turboprop business aircraft fitted with an array of sensors and a...