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Los Angeles Times • Jack Dolan

Increasing Demand for Skilled Aerial Firefighting Pilots Amid Lengthening Fire Seasons

The lengthening and intensifying fire season in the Western regions has heightened the demand for skilled aerial firefighting pilots. This labor-intensive and high-risk occupation is essential to combating wildfires, making these pilots invaluable in protecting communities and landscapes from devastating fires.

2024-09-03T03:52:41.636008-07:00

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Irish Coast Guard Receives First AW189 for SAR Operations

2024-09-02T04:56:13.424583-07:00

AINonline

Dufour Aerospace Tests Production-Ready Aero2 Hybrid-electric eVTOL

2024-08-29T06:21:05.710608-07:00

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Avincis Adds Two Five-Bladed H145 Helicopters for European HEMS Operations

2024-08-29T05:32:49.420216-07:00

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Los Angeles Times

Increasing Demand for Skilled Aerial Firefighting Pilots Amid Lengthening Fire Seasons The lengthening and intensifying fire season in the Western regions has heightened the demand for skilled aerial firefighting pilots. This labor-intensive and high-risk occupation is essential to combating wildfires, making these pilots invaluable in protecting communities and landscapes from devastating fires.

2024-09-03T03:52:41.636008-07:00

Increasing Demand for Skilled Aerial Firefighting Pilots Amid Lengthening Fire Seasons

aerospaceglobalnews.com

Irish Coast Guard Receives First AW189 for SAR Operations Bristow Ireland has acquired its initial AW189 helicopter for search and rescue operations, with its service slated to begin by late October under a new contract. This marks the arrival of one out of six AW189s in Ireland, enhancing the nation's SAR capabilities.

2024-09-02T04:56:13.424583-07:00

Irish Coast Guard Receives First AW189 for SAR Operations

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CAL FIRE Deploys C-130 Airtanker for Wildfire Defense in Santa Barbara CAL FIRE has introduced its first C-130 Hercules into service, enhancing wildfire defense capabilities in Santa Barbara County. The aircraft's deployment represents a significant upgrade in aerial firefighting resources, aiming to bolster rapid response and containment of fires across challenging terrains in California.

2024-09-01T08:39:48.961712-07:00

CAL FIRE Deploys C-130 Airtanker for Wildfire Defense in Santa Barbara

AINonline

Dufour Aerospace Tests Production-Ready Aero2 Hybrid-electric eVTOL Dufour Aerospace has completed the first hover flight of the production-conforming Aero2 tiltwing UAV, marking a significant milestone in its development. The Aero2 is a hybrid-electric tilt-wing aircraft designed for logistics and surveillance roles, showcasing advanced air mobility capabilities.

2024-08-29T06:21:05.710608-07:00

Dufour Aerospace Tests Production-Ready Aero2 Hybrid-electric eVTOL

Vertical Mag

Avincis Adds Two Five-Bladed H145 Helicopters for European HEMS Operations Avincis has expanded its fleet with two advanced five-bladed Airbus H145 helicopters to enhance its HEMS capabilities in Italy and Sweden. This acquisition strengthens Avincis's position in emergency medical services and firefighting support within Europe.

2024-08-29T05:32:49.420216-07:00

Avincis Adds Two Five-Bladed H145 Helicopters for European HEMS Operations

AerialFire

Entrol Unveils Enhanced Firefighting Simulator for Wildfire Training Entrol, a key player in flight simulation, has introduced its advanced firefighting training simulator, designed to enhance pilots' capabilities in tackling wildfires. The simulator is equipped with cutting-edge technology and incorporates real-world data to offer comprehensive training for diverse firefighting missions.

2024-08-28T08:46:35.946311-07:00

Entrol Unveils Enhanced Firefighting Simulator for Wildfire Training

Australian Aviation

Carbonix Drones Aid in Hidden Fire Detection in Canada's Remote Regions Carbonix's Volanti drones are effectively identifying elusive root fires beneath Quebec's soil, preventing potential wildfire reignition after initial suppression efforts have concluded. This innovative use highlights the critical role of aerospace technology in enhancing wildfire management strategies.

2024-08-27T22:53:16.751386-07:00

Carbonix Drones Aid in Hidden Fire Detection in Canada's Remote Regions

AerialFire

China Delivers Two MA60 Firefighting Aircraft to Xi'an's Emergency Management The Ministry of Emergency Management in Xi'an, Shaanxi Province, has received two MA60 aircraft, enhancing its firefighting capabilities. The official delivery occurred on August 26, 2024, underlining China's commitment to bolstering its aerial emergency response resources.

2024-08-26T07:34:00.095248-07:00

China Delivers Two MA60 Firefighting Aircraft to Xi'an's Emergency Management

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