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On August 6, we celebrated the grand opening of MILO Live’s new manufacturing facility in Las Vegas. The new facility expands production capacity in the live-fire manufacturing market, enhances our ability to deliver innovative modular shooting ranges and range equipment, and provides employees with a modern, improved work environment—all while reinforcing our long-term commitment to Southern Nevada, where MILO Live has proudly operated for more than 30 years.

“We explored many options, but ultimately decided to double down on North Las Vegas, MILO Live’s home for more than 30 years.”

— Kurt Flosky, President, FAAC Incorporated

Read more:

https://www.faac.com/blog/2026/08/07/milo-live-celebrates-grand-opening-of-new-manufacturing-facility-in-las-vegas/

We're less than one week away from the CIT International Conference!

Stop by Booth 210 to connect with MILO and Command Presence Training to learn what’s new.

While you’re planning your conference schedule, be sure to attend this important session presented by MILO Advisory Board Member Joe Smarro of SolutionPoint +, LLC:

The Mental Health of the Helper: Preventing Su***de in First Responders Before Crisis

August 11 | 4:00–5:00 PM | Gatlin E-1

A new building. Expanded capabilities.
A continued commitment to our customers.

The MILO Live logo is now up at our new facility in Clark County, Las Vegas.

This new space allows us to expand our operations, increase production capacity, and continue supporting advanced training solutions from a region we have proudly been part of for more than 33 years.

What happens before an officer makes the decision?

Situational awareness is often judged by the final response, but that response may only reveal a breakdown that began seconds earlier.

Did the officer notice the right information? Did they interpret it accurately? Did they anticipate what was likely to happen next?

Understanding the three levels of situational awareness can help instructors evaluate performance more precisely, structure stronger debriefs, and identify where a breakdown actually occurred.

Read the full article: https://www.faac.com/blog/2026/07/22/situational-awareness-is-more-than-head-on-a-swivel/

New federal funding is available to support de-escalation and crisis response training for law enforcement.

The FY26 Safer Outcomes: Enhancing Crisis Response Training for Law Enforcement program provides approximately $8 million to help law enforcement academies and state training commissions integrate de-escalation, communication, crisis response, and behavioral health concepts into officer training curriculum and statewide training standards.

MILO can support curriculum integration through repeatable, scenario-based training focused on communication, de-escalation, decision-making, and crisis response.

Learn more about the funding opportunity through the COPS Office: https://cops.usdoj.gov/saferoutcomes

The 97th Security Forces Squadron recently showcased Defender capabilities during a command team immersion at Altus Air Force Base.

During the event, the team demonstrated how the MILO system uses interactive scenarios to help Defenders practice communication, decision-making, and response procedures in a controlled training environment.

Boots on the Ground: 97th SFS showcases Defender capabilities during command team immersion U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Jonny Adams, 97th Air Mobility Wing command chief, right, speaks with 2nd Lt. Frank Juarez, 97th Security Forces Squadron field training officer, left, during a Multiple Interactive Learning Objectives simulation system demonstration at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma...

It's great to see agencies finding new ways to engage with their communities and introduce young people to law enforcement.

The Hudson Police Youth Academy is a great example of how simulation technology can support education, outreach, and hands-on learning beyond traditional law enforcement training.

Read more:

Hudson Police Youth Academy underway in its 21st year The Hudson Police Youth Academy, began its 21st year, July 6, 2026.

Happy Independence Day from all of us at MILO. 🇺🇸
Celebrating America's 250th Anniversary.

The COPS Office has opened the FY26 Community Policing Development (CPD) Microgrants Program.

Eligible agencies may receive up to $200,000 to support innovative public safety initiatives.

We've added this funding opportunity to our grants page, along with a summary of the program and how MILO training solutions fit. https://www.faac.com/milo/brochures/funding/

🚨NEW FUNDING OPPORTUNITY NOW OPEN | The FY26 Community Policing Development (CPD) Microgrants program is now open and accepting applications until Monday, August 24, 2026, at 4:59 PM ET. *IMPORTANT: Applications will be submitted in a two-step process, each with its own deadline.

What if stress inoculation training isn't about adding more stress?

The term Stress Inoculation Training (SIT) is often used to describe making scenarios harder or more intense. But that's not what the research says.

Effective SIT isn't about overwhelming learners. It's about teaching them to recognize their stress response, regulate it, and progressively build the skills needed to perform under pressure.

So what does effective Stress Inoculation Training actually look like? Read our latest blog: https://www.faac.com/blog/2026/06/29/what-stress-inoculation-training-really-is-in-scenario-based-training/

What Stress Inoculation Training Really Is In Scenario-Based Training Stress Inoculation Training is more than adding pressure. Learn the three stages of SIT and how scenario-based training helps officers build resilience under stress.