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Sonoran Desert Institute’s School of Uncrewed Technology Frequently Asked Questions, With Dean John Minor
We understand that with a brand-new school come quite a few questions. Fortunately, SDI’s Dean of the School of Uncrewed Technology is here to help. John Minor, Dean of […]
The 41 Magnum: An Oddball or Sweet Spot?
Photo courtesy of szuppo The .41 Remington Magnum has been around for a long time, but many are unfamiliar with it. Is this round a diamond in the rough, or […]
American Classic: Winchester Pre ’64 Model 70
Photo Courtesy of pre64win.com The Winchester Pre ‘64 Model 70 is known colloquially as “The Rifleman’s Rifle.” Anyone who has ever had the pleasure of hunting with one of these […]
What Is a “Sparsely Populated” Area?
As a commercial drone pilot, you’ve got to know the key terms of the flying world to be successful. “Sparsely Populated” may not immediately spring images of quad-rotor flying machines […]
Sonoran Desert Institute Exhibits at 2022 SHOT Show
Sonoran Desert Institute, a DEAC accredited, online school with focuses in firearms and uncrewed technologies will be exhibiting at the 2022 SHOT Show in Las Vegas, January 18-21. For years […]
Designated Event Organizer: What You Need to Know About the Drone Racing League
Featured Image courtesy of the Drone Racing League Recently, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced that the Drone Racing League as the first uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) event organizer. Wow! […]
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Uncrewed Technology Aerial Systems Certificate program
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What the School of Uncrewed Technology Means to SDI President Traci Lee
Sonoran Desert Institute announced this week the launch of a new school: Sonoran Desert Institute’s School of Uncrewed Technology. In recent memory, SDI, an online, DEAC accredited school that helps […]
Sonoran Desert Institute Launches New School, Certificate in Uncrewed Technology
Sonoran Desert Institute is a DEAC accredited online school that helps students to learn the skills and techniques necessary to succeed in the fields relevant to our courses of study. […]
Uncrewed Technology Aerial Systems Certificate program
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Aerial Systems
100% Distance Education – DEAC Accredited Program Features UAS Fundamentals History and evolution of the uncrewed aerial vehicle Engineering Technology Mechanical design and engineering technology topics UAS Operations Explore project […]
Honor Our Veterans: Army National Guard Birthday
This year, on Dec. 13, the United States Army National Guard will celebrate its 385th birthday. More than 150 years before the Constitution, the Guard traces its origins to the […]
Thank you for joining us at CES
100% Distance Education – DEAC Accredited Program Features UAS Fundamentals History and evolution of the uncrewed aerial vehicle Engineering Technology Mechanical design and engineering technology topics UAS Operations Explore project […]
Firearms News 2021: Palmetto State Armory Ramping Up Production on Russian Ammo Calibers
Two weeks ago, the firearms world finally got some good news. South Carolina-based Palmetto State Armory confirmed that they’d be stepping up to produce several popular types of Russian-caliber ammunition […]
Greatest Gunsmiths: John Moses Browning
Featured Image courtesy of Wikipedia In this entry of our “Greatest Gunsmiths” series, we’re going to take a look at one of the most famous gunmakers in American history: John […]
Tactical Tendies: The Best Snacks for Range Day
Featured Image courtesy of flickr No one’s going to argue that range days are great. We finally get out of mom’s basement to catch some sun (no Vitamin D deficiencies […]
SDI Named a Purple Heart Institution by the Department of Arizona Military Order of the Purple Heart
As part of and in recognition of SDI’s passionate service to the veteran community, especially to those who have been wounded in the service of our country, Sonoran Desert Institute […]
How I Built a Private Gun Range
Growing up near my grandparents’ farm had its many advantages. As a kid, I could go fishing whenever I wanted, I learned to drive a tractor at a young age, […]
Four Pieces of Equipment I Never Go to the Range Without
Besides the blatantly obvious, I never go to the range without these four pieces of equipment. Most gun ranges won’t allow you on the range without hearing protection and eye […]
Custom Training Center
Grow and scale your business with a custom-made, branded training program with easily accessible online education for your users. Branded Training Center to match your company website with easy online […]
Why the 30-30 Winchester May Be Antiquated, But Still Effectual
Any debate about the quintessential American hunting rifle would be incomplete without a mention of a lever-action rifle chambered in .30-30 Winchester. The .30-30 was originally known as the .30-30 […]
From My Own Personal Stash – the M1A Review
Image courtesy of IV8888 Everyone has an AR these days. Meanwhile, countless gun hipsters consider themselves “AK guys” (including the editor, who’s just now seeing this). Those two categories seem […]
5 Things Every New Business Owner Should Know About SEO for Their Blog
Are you an entrepreneur who’s just getting your new business off the ground? If so, you need to know about SEO. Short for Search Engine Optimization, SEO is a critical […]
Uncrewed Technology Aerial Systems Certificate program
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The Great Firearm Debates Part II: 9mm vs. .45 ACP!
“My business would not have blossomed as much as it has without continuing my studies at SDI and improving the knowledge I had about firearms.”
Statement from SDI President Traci Lee Regarding Events in Afghanistan
Over the past two weeks, we have witnessed the chaotic events in Afghanistan. This situation has caused heartbreak and confusion for so many current and former service members and their […]
How Close Are We to a Complete Smart Scope Takeover?
Scopes, like everything else, are constantly advancing and improving. The firearms industry is beginning to see scopes with smart ballistic technology, which is, to use a technical term, pretty dang […]
On K31s, Sporterizing, and Buffalo Targets at 1.27 Miles
Featured image courtesy of Bouterolle My introduction to the K31 was back around 2009-10. My brother purchased one at the Oklahoma City Gun Show and wouldn’t shut up about how […]
Is Full-Auto Controllable?
Featured Image courtesy of our friends at Hickok45 “Full Auto”, or “Fully Automatic” are terms that are thrown around with wanton abandon in this day and age. Many folks are […]
SDI Grad Opinion: The Best Glock You Can Own
Yes, you read that title correctly. In the next few minutes, I will lay out my argument for the Glock 23 as being the best Glock to own. So, without […]
SDI Affiliate Brandon Herrera Presents: How to Break an AK With Mud
Mud tests, torture tests – they are all pretty fun to watch. Today we get to see one of YouTube’s finest and SDI partner, Brandon Herrera, do a pretty thorough […]
Carlos Hathcock, Part II: Deployment
Carlos Hathcock: the man, the myth, the legend. I remember reading about this USMC sniper’s accomplishments back when I was in high school and being thoroughly enamored. His wartime resume […]
SDI Faculty Presents: Long Range Tech
Image Courtesy of our fantastic resource partners at Vortex Optics Technology has changed long range shooting forever and has allowed targets to be engaged on a more consistent basis at […]
Medal of Honor Highlight: Lucian Adams
World War II saw its share of heroes. Some of those heroes went unnamed in the annals of history, but many of them were recorded for us. Today we will […]
In Remembrance of D-Day
Launched in 1944, Operation Overlord was planned as a way to push the Nazi army out of France and to get allied boots on the ground in Europe. The Nazis […]
Furthest Confirmed Rifle Elimination with McMillan Rifle
Image courtesy of MathKnight In 2009 a British sniper set the furthest confirmed kill. He eliminated a Taliban fighter at 2,475 meters and no one thought this record could be […]
Pew Pew Tactical
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The Firearms Industry Needs Future Professionals Like You!
A reported 8.4 million new firearms owners made their first purchase last year.* The industry needs educated, hard-working professionals now! At Sonoran Desert Institute, we know how passionate fans of firearms […]
Western Journal
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Concealed Nation
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FFL 123
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Found Wreckage May Shed Light on Missing 1945 Aircraft Patrol
Tonight, an unsolved mystery…
America Finally Gets National WWI Memorial
Image courtesy of the Library of Congress War of Worlds April 6th, 1917. The United States Congress responds to Woodrow Wilson’s request with a declaration of war against Germany with […]
Check Out SDI’s First-Ever “Civics Corner” Featuring the Dean of the School of Firearms Technology, Jarred McNeely!
Hello to all of our SDI students, grads, and friends, Welcome to our inaugural “Civics Corner,” a recurring, ad-hoc series with the intent of keeping our SDI family informed and […]
1915 Chauchat: Revolutionary or Rubbish
Image courtesy of Oberst 2013 Growing up in the ’90s, reliable sources of firearm information were scarce. Guns and Ammo, American Rifleman, and Tales of the Gun on the History […]
Inside the MP5, the History and Function of Roller-Delay
Featured Image Courtesy of U.S. Patent Office, drawing by Theodore Koch All information in this article is taken from Forgottenweapons.com, and please click any of the links below for detailed […]
The Ma Deuce: Breaking Down the Browning M2
The M2 also provides a semi-automatic setting, which, coupled with its closed-bolt operation, allows for astounding accuracy!
The Three Types of Firearms Purchasers
When it comes to firearms (ARs especially), in my experience, there are three types of purchasers. You have the type who wants the cheapest equipment they can find, those that […]
From an SDI Instructor: How to Zero In Your Rifle
Zeroing a rifle can seem like a complex task, but with a few considerations the process can go from a guessing game to a relatively smooth experience!
Military Awards New Contract for Sniper Rifle
Introducing: the Barrett Multi-Role Adaptive Design (MRAD) MK 22.
Black Powder Webinar Thank you!
Thank you for joining us! We’re so glad that you’ve chosen to spend your time with us learning a little more about black powder firearms. We hope you enjoy […]
Meet Student Veteran of the Quarter: Branden Paquette!
Brenden’s experience in the Marine Corps fueled his curiosity about firearms and their functionality after handling heavy and light firearms such as the M2 .50 cal, the M240B, and the M16A4. This curiosity created the determination to reach his goal of becoming a gunsmith.
Military Appreciation Month and Military Holidays!
“My business would not have blossomed as much as it has without continuing my studies at SDI and improving the knowledge I had about firearms.”
Help Grow The Firearms Industry
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Firearms College
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From Our Grad Corner: How to Pack Your Range Bag
“On the two-hour drive to the range, you went over your build in your mind, mentally checking every screw and detent, making sure that nothing was overlooked. The range is relatively empty and you settle in at your preferred bench at the far side of the range. That’s when it hits… you forgot your mags.”
SDI’s Parent Company Receives Gold Medallion Award from HIREVets
Only 675 companies were awarded this recognition in the United States, and SDI was one of 13 employers in Arizona to receive it!
On Carrying Armed in National Parks
Editor’s Note: Sonoran Desert Institute is not in any way, shape, or form a source for legal counsel. Articles of this nature are for entertainment purposes only. Readers and responsibly-armed […]
SDI Graduate Feature: Joseph O’Connor, Now an SDI Team Member!
“If someone was considering SDI as an option, I’d say, ‘Go for it!’”
Official State Firearms!
Why wouldn’t states have an official firearm? We’ve got state birds, state flowers – and firearms are such a vital part of American culture!
The Evolution of Firearms With SDI Master Gunsmith Kip Carpenter!
“My business would not have blossomed as much as it has without continuing my studies at SDI and improving the knowledge I had about firearms.”
Military History Series Launch!
“My business would not have blossomed as much as it has without continuing my studies at SDI and improving the knowledge I had about firearms.”
All Things Pistol Caliber Carbine
“My business would not have blossomed as much as it has without continuing my studies at SDI and improving the knowledge I had about firearms.”
Marcus Kahn, Modern Spartan Systems, and Their Revolutionary Product!
“My business would not have blossomed as much as it has without continuing my studies at SDI and improving the knowledge I had about firearms.”
SDI Talk With Double Vet Caleb Downing!
“My business would not have blossomed as much as it has without continuing my studies at SDI and improving the knowledge I had about firearms.”
The Battle of Trenton
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Talkin’ Tommy’s Gun Works
“My business would not have blossomed as much as it has without continuing my studies at SDI and improving the knowledge I had about firearms.”
George Washington’s Famous Speeches
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Never Over-Burdened
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Troubleshooting Shotguns with a Master Gunsmith
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The One-Take Constitutional Amendments!
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The One-Take Constitution!
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A Patriot Day Remembrance
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Kip Carpenter and Your 30-, 60-, and 90-Day Plan for Your Gunsmithing Business!
Kip’s resume is so long that, honestly, I’m not going to replicate it here, but I will say that in addition to having been a VIP security specialist, currently serving as SDI’s master gunsmith, and having run a gunsmith shop, he knows about what he’s talking about.
Joe Meaux and Aklys Defense!
“My business would not have blossomed as much as it has without continuing my studies at SDI and improving the knowledge I had about firearms.”
The Gun Rack Special: The Declaration of Independence
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