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Satellite startups accelerate wildfire detection with advanced constellations

A new wave of satellite startups is deploying advanced Earth observation constellations to improve wildfire detection and response. By leveraging infrared sensors, AI analytics and near-real-time monitoring, these companies aim to provide emergency managers with timely alerts and risk assessments to combat increasingly severe fire seasons.

2025-05-21T06:07:08.290744-07:00

globaltimes.cn

China's AG600 Amphibious Aircraft Receives Type Certification

2025-04-20T19:29:06.212526-07:00

Vertical Mag

Greece Orders Eight Airbus H215 Helicopters to Boost Wildfire Response

2025-04-30T08:48:31.176925-07:00

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Coulson Aviation Expands Fleet with Ex-New Zealand C-130H Aircraft for Global Firefighting

2025-04-10T19:58:19.769390-07:00

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AerialFire

Entrol to Deliver S-64E Level 6 Firefighting Helicopter Simulator to Korea Forest Aviation Headquarters Entrol has signed a contract to deliver an S-64 FTD Level 6 simulator to the Korea Forest Aviation Headquarters by late 2026. The unit, equipped with ENWALL LED, ENVISION visuals, NVIS, satellite imagery of South Korea, a vibration system and advanced firefighting mission modules, will be the world’s second S-64 Level 6 FTD.

2025-05-27T09:18:58.710150-07:00

Entrol to Deliver S-64E Level 6 Firefighting Helicopter Simulator to Korea Forest Aviation Headquarters

Associated Press

Heli-Hydrant: Rapid-Fill Tank Cuts Helicopter Refill Times in Urban Wildfires Retired firefighter Mark Whaling has developed a portable “Heli-Hydrant”—a compact, open-top water tank that crews can rapidly fill near urban wildfires. By slashing helicopter turnaround times for water pickups, the system aims to boost aerial firefighting efficiency in densely populated areas where traditional refill points are distant.

2025-05-23T06:30:32.667486-07:00

Heli-Hydrant: Rapid-Fill Tank Cuts Helicopter Refill Times in Urban Wildfires

SpaceNews.com

Satellite startups accelerate wildfire detection with advanced constellations A new wave of satellite startups is deploying advanced Earth observation constellations to improve wildfire detection and response. By leveraging infrared sensors, AI analytics and near-real-time monitoring, these companies aim to provide emergency managers with timely alerts and risk assessments to combat increasingly severe fire seasons.

2025-05-21T06:07:08.290744-07:00

Satellite startups accelerate wildfire detection with advanced constellations

SpaceWatch Global

At GEOINT 2025, Ex-CAL FIRE Deputy Director Champions Space Technology to Fight Wildfires At GEOINT 2025 in St. Louis, Chris Anthony, former CAL FIRE Chief Deputy Director and current Earth Fire Alliance board member, detailed how satellite imagery and space-based sensors are reshaping global wildfire detection and response. He argued these systems will deliver faster, more precise insights, becoming frontline tools in wildfire management.

2025-05-19T20:22:49.201803-07:00

At GEOINT 2025, Ex-CAL FIRE Deputy Director Champions Space Technology to Fight Wildfires

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WWII Philippine Mars flying boat lands at Pima Air & Space Museum after firefighting service After years as a waterbomber battling wildfires, the last operational Philippine Martin Mars WWII flying boat has completed its journey—by both air and sea—to take its place at Pima Air & Space Museum in Tucson, joining a growing collection of restored aviation landmarks.

2025-05-17T10:16:44.768626-07:00

WWII Philippine Mars flying boat lands at Pima Air & Space Museum after firefighting service

usinenouvelle.com

Airbus backs Hynaero's amphibious water bomber project Airbus has agreed to support French start-up Hynaero's amphibious water bomber initiative, providing technical and financial backing to accelerate development of its next-generation scooper aircraft. The partnership aims to bolster aerial firefighting capacity by improving water load throughput and reducing turnaround times.

2025-05-16T23:14:32.506390-07:00

Airbus backs Hynaero's amphibious water bomber project

AINonline

Sikorsky Trials Autonomous UH-60 Black Hawk in Rainy Wildfire Conditions Sikorsky conducted the first live-fire autonomous flight tests of its UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter under simulated rain conditions over an active wildfire. The trials assessed onboard autonomy algorithms’ performance in degraded visibility and high-heat environments ahead of potential deployment in aerial firefighting and disaster-response roles.

2025-05-15T13:06:19.918759-07:00

Sikorsky Trials Autonomous UH-60 Black Hawk in Rainy Wildfire Conditions

AeroTime

Entrepreneurs Race to Develop Next-Generation Amphibious Firefighting Aircraft As wildfire seasons intensify amid climate change, a wave of entrepreneurs and startups are developing a new generation of amphibious firefighting aircraft. These platforms—from high-capacity water scoopers to electric seaplanes—aim to double payloads, slash turnaround times and extend operational flexibility, bolstering global fire response.

2025-05-14T20:02:20.154543-07:00

Entrepreneurs Race to Develop Next-Generation Amphibious Firefighting Aircraft

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