O2 mask completion for MWDs

The U.S. Special Operations Command is hosting a competition June 1 for oxygen mask designs for use by military working dogs to wear during high altitude jumps with their Special Forces handlers. The MWDs jump from aircraft strapped to handlers’ chests when SOCOM leaders determine the need for dogs on missions. SOFWERX, a company in Ybor City, Fla., only minutes from SOCOM headquarters in Tampa, will host the competition. Applicants must register by April 21 if they want to participate in the competition taking place in June. (Source: Kit Up 04/14/17)