CAL FIRE’s Aviation Program has a legacy built on courage, innovation, and teamwork. From its early beginnings to today’s operation, CAL FIRE now commands the largest aerial firefighting fleet in the world. This evolution represents decades of dedication from those who saw the potential of aviation to change the way California fights wildfires. As we recognize Aviation History Month, we honor not only the aircraft that have evolved over the years but the people who built this program into what i
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14K views · 279 reactions | Did you know that CAL FIRE has a Crash Rescue Unit? They are responsible for assisting aircraft on the airfield in the event of an emergency. Watch the video to learn more! | CAL FIRE | Facebook
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A remarkable time lapse of planes taxiing in and out of CAL FIRE’s Airtanker Reload Base at McClellan Park in Sacramento. On this particular day, 12 Large and Very Large Airtankers were filled with 38 loads, including 195,119 gallons of retardant for the #MosquitoFire and 19,883 for the #DutchFire. | CAL FIRE
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CAL FIRE is proud to announce the first of the CAL FIRE Hawks, an S70i helicopter, is now in service and ready to take to the skies! We look forward to using this tool to enhance our capabilities and increase operational safety so we can better serve the citizens of #California. | CAL FIRE
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44K views · 714 reactions | Meet the C-130H airtanker. The first of...
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CAL FIRE is expanding its capacity to deploy Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS) for both fuel reduction work and wildland firefighting. CAL FIRE UAS pilots go through a series of courses designed to increase their skills. The Aerial Ignition Hybrid Academy is a national course that expands pilots’ skillset to include the ability to perform burning operations. By deploying UAS, decision-makers reduce the risk to crews. UAS are part of the larger CAL FIRE aviation family, and during missions, are use
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69K views · 1K reactions | Thank you to the CAL FIRE Hemet Ryan Air Attack Base for providing more information about CAL FIRE’s air operations and the work pilots do to aide firefighters on the ground. Learn about the benefits of aircraft on a wildland fire and when aircraft is the most effective when battling a wildfire. | CAL FIRE | Facebook
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