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China's AG600 Amphibious Aircraft Receives Type Certification

The Civil Aviation Administration of China has granted the type certificate to the AG600, the world's largest amphibian aircraft, developed by AVIC. This milestone allows the AG600 to enter the market after passing rigorous testing, marking a significant advancement in China's aviation capabilities.

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

Vertical Mag

Airbus Signs Deals for H140 Helicopters in EMS Sector at Verticon

2025-03-11T09:41:13.659855-07:00

Reuters

Tragic Helicopter Crash During Firefighting Operations in South Korea

2025-04-06T01:45:02.225376-07:00

nzdf.mil.nz

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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SpaceNews.com

OroraTech Expands to U.S. with New HQ to Grow Wildfire Monitoring Network German satellite operator OroraTech has opened its U.S. headquarters in Denver, Colorado, as part of its strategy to expand its wildfire-monitoring constellation. This move positions OroraTech to enhance wildfire observation capabilities in the U.S., a country frequently impacted by severe wildfires.

2025-04-24T14:13:38.868146-07:00

OroraTech Expands to U.S. with New HQ to Grow Wildfire Monitoring Network

AerialFire

Next-Gen Firefighting Drones Ready to Transform Nighttime Wildfire Battles Ultra-heavy lifting drones with 400 kg water capacity and 2-4 hours of endurance are being deployed, revolutionizing how British Columbia addresses wildfires, especially at night. These advanced drones integrate jet engine power with portability, potentially enhancing firefighting effectiveness and safety.

2025-04-24T10:48:10.853738-07:00

Next-Gen Firefighting Drones Ready to Transform Nighttime Wildfire Battles

bayfm.ca

Newfoundland and Labrador Invests $14.8M to Restore CL-415 Water Bomber Fleet The Newfoundland and Labrador government has awarded a $14.8 million contract to De Havilland Canada for the repair of a CL-415 water bomber, inactive since 2018. This restoration marks a strategic move to enhance firefighting capabilities ahead of an early forest fire season.

2025-04-24T09:21:42.823087-07:00

Newfoundland and Labrador Invests $14.8M to Restore CL-415 Water Bomber Fleet

Aviation Week

Super Puma Set for Canadian Debut as Vital Firefighting Asset by 2025 United Rotorcraft targets Transport Canada certification for its Airbus Super Puma firefighting modification, with deployment planned for late 2025. The helicopter's impact on firefighting operations, as noted by Custom Helicopters CEO Jed Hansen, highlights the evolving landscape of aerial firefighting technology in Canada.

2025-04-23T11:22:26.014615-07:00

Super Puma Set for Canadian Debut as Vital Firefighting Asset by 2025

Vertical Mag

Proposed Executive Order Seeks to Overhaul U.S. Wildfire Response Framework A draft executive order by the Trump administration aims to revolutionize U.S. wildland firefighting through the creation of a National Wildland Fire Agency and temporary suspension of certain regulations. This proposed change emphasizes a coordinated federal effort to enhance rapid wildfire response across multiple agencies.

2025-04-22T05:52:13.119650-07:00

Proposed Executive Order Seeks to Overhaul U.S. Wildfire Response Framework

longmontleader.com

Colorado's Wildfire Preparedness Boosted by Interagency Helicopter Training The Colorado Fire Aviation Summit facilitated interagency exercises, using Black Hawk helicopters to enhance wildfire preparedness. On April 16-17, the Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control and the Colorado National Guard conducted helicopter-based fire suppression training at Button Rock Reservoir, emphasizing collaboration between military and civilian teams.

2025-04-21T14:40:27.599463-07:00

Colorado's Wildfire Preparedness Boosted by Interagency Helicopter Training

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China's AG600 Amphibious Aircraft Receives Type Certification The Civil Aviation Administration of China has granted the type certificate to the AG600, the world's largest amphibian aircraft, developed by AVIC. This milestone allows the AG600 to enter the market after passing rigorous testing, marking a significant advancement in China's aviation capabilities.

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

China's AG600 Amphibious Aircraft Receives Type Certification

NASA

NASA Relocates C-130 Hercules to California for New Missions NASA's C-130 Hercules aircraft departs from Wallops for California, marking a transition into a new phase focused on updated mission capabilities. This move follows a decade at NASA's Wallops facility, underscoring the Hercules' enduring role in scientific missions and adaptability to evolving aerospace needs.

2025-04-18T10:01:27.186311-07:00

NASA Relocates C-130 Hercules to California for New Missions

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