RICHLAND, Wash – Aerial firefighters play a crucial role on the front lines of battling wildfires and are consistently available to help.
Dauntless Air Chief Pilot Jesse Weaver has been flying for 38 years and says that aerial crews can typically withstand weather-related issues.
“We have a wind limitation of 30 knots. At the fire, when wind starts blowing more than that, aerial resources tend to be ineffective,” Weaver said.
Pilots are well-trained in all kinds of weather situations and are rarely bothered by the weather. Before taking off, pilots will check the forecast so they know what to expect.
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