Applications Division
Project Oozlefinch
This is the public face of the project — not an application itself
Try out our newest app below it features Aircraft recognition, an sUAS Training package and C-UAS Games.
The Oozlefinch
The story of the Oozlefinch began in 1905 at Fort Monroe, Virginia, when an artillery officer swore he saw a strange, featherless bird outside the officers' club
The Sighting: Captain Henry MacPherson Merriam claimed to see a large-eyed, featherless bird near the club bar, likely while under the influence of alcohol.
The Name: His fellow officers named the bizarre creature the "Oozlefinch".
Flying Backwards: The bird famously flew backwards not to look where it was going, but to see where it had been (or to keep dust out of its large, lidless eyes).
Military Mascot: It became the unofficial mascot of the U.S. Army Coast Artillery Corps, later passing down to the Air Defense Artillery.
About the App
What is VACR:Project Oozlefinch?
Traditionally in the Air Defense community, the acronym VACR stands for Visual Aircraft Recognition.
This is not an Army app. For the purpose of this application we pay homage to the U.S. Army acronym.
VACR:Project Oozlefinch is short for Visual Aircraft Catalog & Recognition:Project Oozlefinch
The Vision is to give everyone (Civilian, Military, Law Enforce, Hobbyist) instant access to identify aircraft in the palm of their hand.
The Mission is to create an application that is constantly evolving just like the Oozlefinch. Be the force multiplier for end-users to accurately identify and catalog fixed wing, rotary wing, unmanned aerial vehicles, small Unmanned Aircraft Systems, basically anything man made that flies.
We accomplish the mission by providing an interactive and intuitive platform focused on rigorous visual and mental training. Users get instant feedback and measurable results.
The 'Project', is exactly that, it's a work in progress. This application is not a finished product. Users can expect regular updates and improvements. As information becomes available and technology develops we will develop. We call it a project because it is not just about the app but the community. Community feedback will power this application. This project is simply a force multiplier, you are the force.
-1SG(R) Cruz
Aircraft recognition C-UAS Games, 600K aircraft database