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Bridger Aerospace Announces Fleet Deployment to Support Texas Firefighting Efforts

BELGRADE, Mont., March 04, 2024 Bridger Aerospace Group Holdings, Inc. today announced the deployment of two CL-415EAF “Super Scooper” aircraft to Texas, in addition...

Thrush Aircraft LLC Reports Record Year in 2023 Results

ALBANY, GEORGIA, February 28, 2024 – Thrush Aircraft LLC, (“Thrush” or “the Company”) an established American aerospace and technology company with a vision to...

Aero-Flite Airtankers Deploy Early for the 2024 Wildfire Season

SPOKANE, WASHINGTON (March 4, 2024) – Aero-Flite Inc. has deployed five airtankers to Texas and Oklahoma, ready to support firefighters challenged by the Smokehouse...

The Drop – LAT Capability in Australia

Recently, the debate for a national firefighting fleet in Australia has again hit the national media spotlight. As their federal government invests twelve billion...

Help Us, Help You: A Call for Collaboration in Aerial Firefighting

Commitment and Responsibility As aerial firefighting operators, we understand the immense weight of responsibility we carry. Every flight tests our mettle, pushing us to the...

Maintaining Your Paint

by Byron Yoder Maintaining the exterior appearance of aerial firefighting aircraft is crucial not only for aesthetic purposes but also for ensuring the longevity and...

Navigating the Challenges of Type 1 Unmanned Aircraft Systems for Wildfire ISR

By Dan Reese and Jordan Hahn Wildfires pose a significant threat to ecosystems, wildlife, and human lives. As the frequency and intensity of wildfires continue...

Hey FAA, Don’t Hide Restricted Category Aircraft Changes in Regulations for Light Sport Aircraft

The FAA's proposed rule changes outlined in Docket FAA-2023-1377, titled "Modernization of Special Airworthiness Certification," offer promising advancements for streamlining processes for light-sport aircraft (LSA)....

Aero-Flite: 60 years of Doing the Right Thing

A history in aerial firefighting isn’t told through timelines of dates, drops, tanker types, and tail numbers. It’s told through its people - the...

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