Airtankers - National Interagency Fire Center
These airtankers, also referred to as VLATs, can deliver thousands of gallons of fire retardant at one time. Because of their size, they are less maneuverable than smaller airtankers. VLATs drop fire retardant at least 250 feet above the top of the vegetation.
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Firefighting Planes: An In-Depth Guide - WFCA
2023年1月3日 · Explore the details behind the most popular firefighting planes used in the fire service. From the single engine air tanker to water scoopers to air attack planes.
Aerial firefighting - Wikipedia
Aerial firefighting, also known as waterbombing, is the use of aircraft and other aerial resources to combat wildfires. The types of aircraft used include fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters.
Fire Boss, LLC – Aerial Firefighting's Most Economical Solution
Wildfires pit time and nature against fire crews. The Fire Boss is a scooping single engine air tanker that helps them gain the upper hand. No other air tanker attacks the fire with the tempo, agility and effectiveness of the Fire Boss.
DC-10 Air Tanker - Wikipedia
The aircraft, operated by the joint technical venture 10 Tanker Air Carrier, are converted wide-body McDonnell Douglas DC-10-30 passenger jetliners, and are primarily used to fight wildfires, typically in rural areas.
Aviation Program | CAL FIRE
CAL FIRE's Aviation Program is vital in firefighting efforts. Utilizing a fleet of air tankers, helicopters, and uncrewed aerial systems, the program enhances firefighting capabilities, improves situational awareness, and supports ground crews in efficiently battling wildfires.
Tactical Aircraft - National Interagency Fire Center
A lead plane is a small, twin-engine fixed-wing aircraft that assists and directs larger air tankers that drop retardant on wildfires. Lead planes are also responsible for the initial scouting of appropriate drop zones for airtankers.
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2023年7月28日 · An aerial firefighting organization working to protect communities worldwide, 10 Tanker has been operating since 2006. Our DC-10’s lead the way in performance and efficiency, with the capability to deliver 9,400 gallons of fire retardant within 8 seconds and up to a mile long.
Meet Our Fleet of Firefighting Aircraft — Dauntless Air
The Dauntless Fire Boss is a single engine amphibious air tanker powered by Pratt & Whitney's turboprop engine. Our 15 Fire Bosses are purpose-built for firefighting wildfires.