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Bridger Aerospace Wins $20M Aerial Firefighting Contract with U.S. Interior

Bridger Aerospace Group has secured a five-year, $20.1 million contract with the U.S. Department of the Interior, strengthening its position as a major player in the aerial firefighting industry. This agreement showcases the company's capabilities and commitment to supporting federal wildfire management efforts.

2025-01-14T10:40:41.753177-08:00

AerialFire

Super Scoopers Vital in Combating California Wildfires

2025-01-14T10:40:41.199068-08:00

Los Angeles Times

Drone Collision Grounds CL-415 During Palisades Fire Operations

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

Flying Magazine

Unauthorized Drone Flights Disrupt Firefighting Efforts in California

2025-01-13T14:36:23.192898-08:00

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Bridger Aerospace Wins $20M Aerial Firefighting Contract with U.S. Interior Bridger Aerospace Group has secured a five-year, $20.1 million contract with the U.S. Department of the Interior, strengthening its position as a major player in the aerial firefighting industry. This agreement showcases the company's capabilities and commitment to supporting federal wildfire management efforts.

2025-01-14T10:40:41.753177-08:00

Bridger Aerospace Wins $20M Aerial Firefighting Contract with U.S. Interior

AerialFire

Super Scoopers Vital in Combating California Wildfires The CL-415 amphibious aircraft, known as "Super Scooper," plays a crucial role in quelling California's rampant wildfires. Its ability to collect 1,600 gallons of water and strategically drop it over affected areas highlights its importance in aerial firefighting operations.

2025-01-14T10:40:41.199068-08:00

Super Scoopers Vital in Combating California Wildfires

Flying Magazine

Unauthorized Drone Flights Disrupt Firefighting Efforts in California Recent incidents of unauthorized drone activity have doubled in Southern California amid ongoing wildfires, resulting in three arrests. A notable event involved a drone collision with a firefighting aircraft, temporarily halting firefighting operations and raising safety concerns.

2025-01-13T14:36:23.192898-08:00

Unauthorized Drone Flights Disrupt Firefighting Efforts in California

Flying Magazine

Wings of Rescue Airlifts Animals Amid California Wildfires Wings of Rescue has conducted an airlift of animals initially surrendered prior to the outbreak of wildfires in Southern California. This operation aims to free up space in animal shelters for those displaced by ongoing emergency situations in the region.

2025-01-13T13:58:36.921423-08:00

Wings of Rescue Airlifts Animals Amid California Wildfires

Air & Space Forces Mag

USAF C-130 Firefighting Operations Tackle LA Blaze A US Air Force C-130 crew showcased their low-level flying skills in firefighting efforts against the large-scale fire in Los Angeles, providing crucial support to contain the massive blaze threatening urban areas.

2025-01-13T13:04:38.836522-08:00

USAF C-130 Firefighting Operations Tackle LA Blaze

The Independent

FBI Investigates Drone Incident Damaging LA Firefighting Aircraft The FBI is searching for a drone operator responsible for damaging a firefighting water scooper plane in Los Angeles. The FAA emphasizes that drone operators must avoid flying near wildfires, even without temporary flight restrictions. This incident underscores safety concerns in aerial firefighting operations.

2025-01-12T11:54:09.556068-08:00

FBI Investigates Drone Incident Damaging LA Firefighting Aircraft

nbclosangeles.com

Drone Interference Surges in SoCal Firefighting Efforts Incidents of unauthorized drones disrupting firefighting operations in Los Angeles County have exceeded ten, as confirmed by the Assistant Director of the Los Angeles Field Office. This surge in drone activity poses significant operational challenges to firefighting teams battling the ongoing fires.

2025-01-11T17:47:02.877489-08:00

Drone Interference Surges in SoCal Firefighting Efforts

Fortune

Drone Collision Grounds Canadian Super Scooper in Los Angeles A Canadian firefighting aircraft, equipped to carry over a thousand gallons of water, has been grounded in Los Angeles. The plane suffered severe wing damage following a drone strike, with no specified timeline for its return to service.

2025-01-11T11:35:07.324770-08:00

Drone Collision Grounds Canadian Super Scooper in Los Angeles

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