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Avincis leases extra Super Scoopers to expand wildfire response capacity in Portugal

Europe’s largest emergency aerial service operator Avincis has signed a new lease to add additional Super Scoopers for wildfire firefighting in Portugal. The move is intended to boost aerial waterbombing capacity during peak wildfire season and strengthen Avincis’ regional response capability.

Discovered 2026-07-23T07:37:17.748677-07:00 | 2026-07-23T07:37:17.748677-07:00

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  • The new lease increases dedicated aerial firefighting capacity in Portugal, which can shorten response times and scale waterbombing output during active wildfire periods.
  • It highlights how Europe’s emergency operators supplement aircraft availability through leasing, affecting operational planning and cost structure.
  • The decision is a near-term capability investment tied directly to wildfire risk management, rather than a longer-horizon aircraft program.

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