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Avincis Secures Major CL-415 Firefighting Contract Renewal in Italy

Avincis, a leading emergency aerial services provider, has been awarded a seven-year contract renewal to operate Italy's fleet of 18 De Havilland Canada CL-415 firefighting aircraft, marking the largest aerial firefighting operation in Europe.

2025-01-20T03:20:18.685802-08:00

Scramble

Conair Modernizes Fleet with Purchase of Two Daher TBM 960s

2025-01-19T14:16:23.248614-08:00

Los Angeles Times

Drone Collision Grounds CL-415 During Palisades Fire Operations

2025-01-09T16:53:01.135747-08:00

Universe Today

Wildfires Threaten NASA JPL Operations in Southern California

2025-01-17T05:56:00.448766-08:00

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FlightGlobal

Avincis Secures Major CL-415 Firefighting Contract Renewal in Italy Avincis, a leading emergency aerial services provider, has been awarded a seven-year contract renewal to operate Italy's fleet of 18 De Havilland Canada CL-415 firefighting aircraft, marking the largest aerial firefighting operation in Europe.

2025-01-20T03:20:18.685802-08:00

Avincis Secures Major CL-415 Firefighting Contract Renewal in Italy

Scramble

Conair Modernizes Fleet with Purchase of Two Daher TBM 960s Conair has acquired two Daher TBM 960 aircraft to upgrade its air attack fleet for enhanced wildfire fighting capabilities. This move aims to bolster the company's efficiency in combating forest fires.

2025-01-19T14:16:23.248614-08:00

Conair Modernizes Fleet with Purchase of Two Daher TBM 960s

Universe Today

Wildfires Threaten NASA JPL Operations in Southern California Ongoing wildfires in Southern California pose significant challenges to NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), affecting both operational capabilities and community safety. Efforts to track and manage the fire's progression involve advanced imaging technology, illustrating the integration of aerospace resources in crisis management.

2025-01-17T05:56:00.448766-08:00

Wildfires Threaten NASA JPL Operations in Southern California

Aviation Week

Game Aerospace Advances with GB2 Aerial Firefighting Aircraft Game Aerospace's acquisition of a landing gear manufacturer enhances its vertical integration strategy, expediting the development of the all-composite GB2 aerial firefighting aircraft. This move aims to streamline production and reinforce the company's position in the aerial firefighting sector.

2025-01-17T05:44:47.335080-08:00

Game Aerospace Advances with GB2 Aerial Firefighting Aircraft

SpaceWatch Global

OroraTech’s FOREST-3 Satellite Launched for Global Wildfire Alerts OroraTech has successfully launched FOREST-3, a thermal satellite to enhance its wildfire detection capabilities, delivering near-real-time alerts to a global clientele. The mission aims to improve response times and mitigate the devastations caused by wildfires worldwide.

2025-01-16T01:56:29.845704-08:00

OroraTech’s FOREST-3 Satellite Launched for Global Wildfire Alerts

AeroTime

CAL FIRE Leverages 67-Strong Aircraft Fleet for Wildfire Response Discover the roles and types of specialized aircraft in CAL FIRE's fleet, which consists of 67 units designed to tackle California's wildfires. These aircraft play crucial roles in fire prevention, suppression, and tactical support, enhancing the state's wildfire management capabilities.

2025-01-16T01:32:27.638730-08:00

CAL FIRE Leverages 67-Strong Aircraft Fleet for Wildfire Response

New York Times

DC-10 Pilot R.K. Smithley Aids L.A. Fire Relief Efforts R.K. Smithley, father of Xfinity Series driver Garrett, plays a vital role in combating fires in Los Angeles as a DC-10 pilot. Smithley's contributions are crucial for aerial firefighting operations in the region, which have intensified due to ongoing wildfire threats.

2025-01-15T21:50:26.864499-08:00

DC-10 Pilot R.K. Smithley Aids L.A. Fire Relief Efforts

kelownanow.com

Canadian Helicopters Aid LA Wildfire Efforts with Waterbombers Canadian helicopters and waterbombers are actively engaged in combating multiple wildfires in Los Angeles. Their role is crucial in suppressing the blaze by delivering substantial quantities of water and fire retardant, underscoring international cooperation in wildfire management.

2025-01-15T18:03:57.478338-08:00

Canadian Helicopters Aid LA Wildfire Efforts with Waterbombers

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