July 18, 2019 - A variety of aerial firefighting aircraft are scheduled to attend and perform at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2019 in support of the aerial firefighting theme being celebrated during the week. While daily aerial firefighting demos are on the air show schedule, Wednesday through Saturday will feature an air attack incorporating a variety of aircraft working together to assist smokejumpers in putting out a simulated wildfire. You will be able to hear the actual lingo used to coordinate the attack and see what it takes to battle a wildfire wherever one may occur.
Draft Executive Order Signals Major Changes for US Wildland Firefighting Operations
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