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    628th Security Forces Squadron pitches innovative idea, earns Palmetto Spark funding for new firearm training simulator

    628th Security Forces Squadron pitches innovative idea, earns Palmetto Spark funding for new firearm training simulator

    Photo By Senior Airman Christian Silvera | Joint Base Charleston leadership fire M-9 pistols at simulated targets during firearms...... read more read more

    JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES

    12.12.2023

    Story by Airman 1st Class Carl Good 

    Joint Base Charleston

    JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C.-- With a little bit of help from the Palmetto Spark Innovation Lab, the 628th Security Forces Squadron has integrated a new firearm simulator into their training regimen on Joint Base Charleston.

    The simulator’s construction resulted from the squadron’s successful pitch to the Palmetto Spark Innovation Lab last year, earning them $315,000 to enhance the base's capabilities.

    The simulator offers comprehensive weapons training to Airmen from any career field in the Air Force.

    “The system's purpose is to provide additional weapons training to better equip not just defenders, but Airmen from all job fields,” said U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Kourtlyn Stafford, 628th Security Forces Squadron training non-commissioned officer in charge.

    The simulator supports both trainers and trainees by providing robust weapon analytics, automatic coaching tools for reinforcing or correcting results, and enhanced graphics to create an immersive training experience. Each scenario offers a detailed examination of human performance in high stakes decision-making situations.

    "Utilized primarily by Security Forces and civilian counterparts, our versatile system is equipped with various Air Force qualification courses,” Stafford said. “Squadrons can also request access, making it an invaluable tool for all service members."

    This new technology highlights JB Charleston's dedication to Airmen's readiness, positioning the Spark Lab as a hub for innovation and skill development.

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    Date Taken: 12.12.2023
    Date Posted: 12.12.2023 09:48
    Story ID: 459726
    Location: JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA, US

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