8-Apr-2026Source: HeliHub.com
The Cypriot Ministry of Defence has concluded a deal under which four Black Hawk helicopters will strengthen Cyprus’ firefighting capacity through the 2026 wildfire season. The agreement, signed recently with Slovak operator Heli Company, secures the use of the aircraft during the critical fire-risk period – significantly improving the country’s ability to both prevent and... Read more
27-Mar-2026Source: Airbus
Airbus has just successfully completed a unique first-of-its-kind trial in forest firefighting. By linking aircraft, helicopters, drones and ground personnel via communication and data processing systems, Airbus has demonstrated the ability to carry out highly accurate water drops and significantly reduce the time between fire detection and extinguishment. The trial mobilised significant resources, including the... Read more
11-Dec-2025Source: IMS New Zealand
IMS New Zealand Ltd., the company behind the Cloudburst Fire Bucket, has strengthened its presence in the USA and Canadian helicopter firefighting market through a new partnership with North Vancouver-based BOOST Human External Cargo Systems. Under the agreement, BOOST will serve as the exclusive USA and Canadian representative for Cloudburst products, providing localized sales support,... Read more
19-Nov-2025Source: Lockheed Martin
In a significant step forward in Europe’s fight against wildfires, PZL Mielec, a Lockheed Martin company announced a groundbreaking contract with Česká Letecká Servisní (CLS) and the Czech Republic Ministry of Interior for two new Sikorsky S-70 FIREHAWK® helicopters, marking the first international fleet of its kind. FIREHAWK helicopters play a key role in responding to... Read more
17-Nov-2025Source: Yorba Linda Water District
The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California and the Yorba Linda Water District celebrated the dedication of a new helicopter hydrant (Heli-Hydrant) at the Robert B. Diemer Water Treatment Plant – providing firefighters a new, strategically located water source for aerial fire suppression. More than 100 community stakeholders and dignitaries attended the dedication ceremony, highlighting... Read more
30-Oct-2025Source: Lockheed Martin
As the threat of wildfires continues to intensify, the County of Los Angeles announced a new contract with Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company for two S‑70i FIREHAWK® helicopters. The new aircraft will enhance round the clock wildfire suppression, rescue, and emergency medical services missions throughout the county’s 4,000 square mile area, where rapid, reliable aerial response can mean... Read more
27-Oct-2025Source: Airbus Helicopters
Hiroshima City Fire Services Bureau of Japan has taken delivery of its first Airbus H160, becoming the world’s first firefighting operator of the type. The helicopter will enter into service in early 2026, and will be deployed for a wide range of public service missions including aerial firefighting, search and rescue, emergency medical missions, and... Read more
22-Sep-2025Source: Recoil Aerospace
Firefighters battling recent large fires across the Western U.S. have received help from new, American-made helicopter firefighting technology. Kentucky’s Recoil Aerospace Inc. (Recoil), designer of the world’s most advanced aerial fire suppression systems (AFSS), has seen heavy usage of its Tsunami Internal AFSS 790-gallon tank for the UH-60 Black Hawk series helicopters. From Colorado to... Read more
8-Sep-2025Source: Sikorsky
In a significant step forward in the fight against wildfires, Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, and the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) have announced a new initiative to expand the research, innovation, and operational capabilities of aviation resources. This effort aims to strengthen the response to the growing threat of wildfires,... Read more
1-Sep-2025Source: McDermott Aviation
The Australian fire season has made its presence felt early, with McDermott Aviation deploying two helicopters over the weekend to assist firefighting efforts in South East Queensland as strong winds fanned multiple blazes across the state. Despite widespread rainfall earlier in the year, which encouraged vegetation growth and fuel load on the ground, communities are... Read more
27-Aug-2025Source: HeliHub.com
Monroe County Fire Rescue (MCFR) and the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) have this week taken delivery of the first two of their new “Trauma Star” Leonardo AW139 air ambulances with the first arriving on Monday 25th at their hangar at Florida Keys Marathon International Airport. The second AW139 arrived the following day, having taken... Read more
18-Aug-2025Source: Texas A&M University System
The Texas Legislature recently appropriated $59.8 million for the Texas A&M University System’s George H.W. Bush Combat Development Complex to develop a way to use pilotless Blackhawk helicopters to combat wildfires. The project is intended to revolutionize how Texas responds to the wildfires that ravage the state every year. The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency,... Read more
18-Aug-2025Source: Pivotal
Pivotal, a leader in personal electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, recently concluded a trio of public safety demonstration events across California, partnering with San Bernardino County Fire Department, Southern Marin Fire District (SMFD), and Cosumnes Fire Department. Each event showcased the potential of Pivotal’s single-seat aircraft to dramatically improve emergency response capabilities—especially in... Read more
11-Aug-2025Source: United Rotorcraft
United Rotorcraft, a division of Air Methods LLC, is proud to announce its first international contract for the FIREHAWK® helicopter, following a groundbreaking agreement with the Colombian Air Force. This contract marks a significant milestone in the global recognition of the FIREHAWK as a premier aerial firefighting and emergency response asset. Under this agreement, United... Read more
28-Jul-2025Source: Airbus Helicopters
Japan’s Tokyo Fire Department has awarded Airbus Helicopters with a contract for an Airbus H225 following a tender. This new helicopter will replace an older aircraft as part of the organisation’s fleet modernisation strategy. This acquisition reinforces the agency’s commitment to maintaining high operational readiness across critical missions including aerial firefighting, search and rescue, emergency... Read more
17-Jul-2025Source: AEM
Canadian avionics manufacturer, Anodyne Electronics Manufacturing Corp. (AEM), is proud to support the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) with its continued evaluation of the MTP136D P25 aerial firefighting radio for its aircraft fleet. “We’re honored to be supplying CAL FIRE with the most up-to-date radio on the market,” says Tony Weller,... Read more
8-Jul-2025Source: Skyryse
Skyryse is announcing a new partnership with the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) focused on strengthening firefighting technology, operations and training programs. With SkyOS™, the first universal operating system for flight, Skyryse will enable firefighting aircraft to more effectively and safely execute its mission to strengthen wildfire resilience, protecting California’s most... Read more
20-Jun-2025Source: Coulson Aviation
Coulson Aviation Canada is proud to announce it has been awarded and started a 70-day contract by the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) to provide one of its state-of-the-art Sikorsky S-61 Type 1 helitankers equipped for Night Vision Goggle (NVG) operations. This partnership marks the first time Coulson will conduct live-fire NVG aerial firefighting missions on... Read more
16-Jun-2025Source: Arizona Senator Mark Kelly
Senator Mark Kelly (D-AZ) and colleagues celebrated the passage of the Aerial Firefighting Enhancement Act of 2025 to strengthen the aerial wildfire suppression fleet and better combat the year-round threat of catastrophic wildfire. The legislation introduced by Kelly and Senators Tim Sheehy (R-MT) and Martin Heinrich (D-NM) passed the House of Representatives and now heads to the... Read more
27-May-2025Source: United Rotorcraft
United Rotorcraft is excited to announce a contract with the Kern County Fire Department (KCFD) for two FIREHAWK helicopters. This strategic investment will significantly enhance the KCFD aerial firefighting capabilities, providing advanced resources to combat wildfires and support emergency response operations. Acquired through the U.S. Army surplus program, these two UH-60L Blackhawk helicopters are being... Read more
26-May-2025Source: Leonardo
At Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition – LIMA, Leonardo and longestablished partner Weststar Aviation Services (Weststar) of Malaysia celebrated today the launch of the most significant Government helicopter fleet expansion and modernization program ever for the manufacturer in the country, intended to meet a wide range of national requirements for defence, security and the... Read more
23-May-2025Source: Avincis
Avincis, Europe’s leading provider of emergency aerial services, has been awarded new wildfire response contracts by Spain’s Ministry for the Ecological Transition and the Demographic Challenge (MITECO) and the regional government of Castilla-La Mancha. The new contracts, build upon Avincis’ ongoing firefighting operations in collaboration with the regional governments of Andalusia, Aragon, the Valencian Community,... Read more
23-May-2025Source: McDermott Aviation
As the fire season gets underway in Greece, six McDermott Aviation B214 ST aircraft have been deployed from Australia to Europe as part of the aerial firefighting fleet that will protect the islands as they face another season underpinned by hot, dry conditions. These aircraft will reinforce the existing presence of six McDermott Aviation helicopters... Read more
20-May-2025Source: SPAES
SPAES GmbH & Co. KG has completed a minor change for the installation of pulse lights in an AS 332 helicopter. This modification enhances the visibility and safety of the helicopter, particularly in adverse weather conditions or in the vicinity of other aircraft. Before the modification, the helicopter was not equipped with pulse lights, which... Read more
6-May-2025Source: Airbus Helicopters
Airbus Helicopters has signed a contract with the Hellenic Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection for the purchase of eight H215 helicopters (with an option for two additional aircraft) to support the combat of wildfires in the country following a tender conducted by the Project Preparation Facility of Growthfund (the National Fund of Greece) on behalf... Read more
11-Apr-2025Source: Avincis
Avincis, Europe’s leading emergency aerial services operator, has concluded a four-month aerial firefighting mission in Chile where it tripled the number of hours flown compared to previous seasons. The company deployed two Airbus Super Puma AS332-L2 helicopters from Spain to Chile. Between them they performed almost 3,300 water drops, accounting for around 10 million litres... Read more
31-Mar-2025Source: Kestrel Aviation
Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, is proud to be celebrating Kestrel Aviation’s 40th anniversary. As the operator of Australia’s largest Bell medium-twin fleet and the preeminent leader in aerial firefighting, Kestrel Aviation has been proudly protecting Australian communities for four decades, partnering and providing fire and emergency management agencies across the country... Read more
31-Mar-2025Source: BOOST Systems
BOOST Systems is strengthening its support for utility operators by becoming the Exclusive Representative for Canada and USA of the CLOUDBURST FIRE BUCKET. Since its introduction in 2005, the Cloudburst Fire Bucket has been continuously refined to uphold its reputation as a premier firefighting solution. Constructed from durable urethane and featuring a “failsafe to open”... Read more
17-Mar-2025Source: Helitak
Helitak Fire fighting Equipment, a leading manufacturer of advanced aerial fire fighting systems, is proud to announce the opening of a second production facility in Camarillo, California. Previously serving as a service center and parts distribution hub for North American customers, the facility will now begin manufacturing the UH-60 Fire Tank model number FT4500. This... Read more
8-Mar-2025Source: Howell
Howell is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with PJ Helicopters as launch customer for the CH-47 Avionics Modernization Suite. This partnership marks a significant milestone in the modernization of the renowned CH-47 Chinook, ensuring it remains at the forefront of helicopter operations for years to come. The CH-47 Avionics Modernization Suite represents the latest... Read more
28-Feb-2025Source: Helitak
Helitak Firefighting Equipment, a global leader in aerial firefighting solutions, proudly announces the launch of its latest range of Buckets known as “Aerial Strike”, engineered to revolutionize aerial firefighting operations worldwide. This next-generation technology enhances precision, efficiency, and effectiveness in combating wildfires, ensuring a more responsive and adaptable approach to aerial fire suppression. Developed with... Read more
21-Feb-2025Source: Power Aviation
Power Aviation is excited to announce the expansion of our long-standing partnership with SEI Industries by adding the Fireflex Ground Firefighting product line to our distribution portfolio. As an established distributor of SEI Industries’ industry-leading Bambi Bucket, Power Aviation has been a trusted supplier of aerial firefighting solutions for years. Now, with the addition of... Read more
20-Feb-2025Source: Airbus
The fire season in Chile is being especially challenging in 2025, with more than 4,000 incidents and 44,455 hectares affected so far this season, according to CONAF (La Corporación Nacional Forestal, the state-owned non-profit National Forest Corporation). February is projected to be the hottest month in history, making the deployment of aerial resources to fight... Read more
22-Jan-2025Source: Billings Flying Service
In the wake of the catastrophic fires in Los Angeles this month, Montana-based Billings Flying Service (BFS) deeply appreciates the support of Montana and California lawmakers in urging the FAA to certify its six CH-47D Chinook helicopters awaiting certification. Once certified, these heavy lift aircraft can join the BFS fleet in rapidly delivering up to... Read more
23-Dec-2024Source: HeliHub.com
The team at HeliHub.com would like to wish all our readers a very Happy Christmas and a prosperous 2025. This is the time of the year we celebrate the birth of Jesus – we would not have Christmas if Jesus Christ had not been born. Which means that anyone celebrating Christmas acknowledges the birth of... Read more
6-Nov-2024Source: Leonardo
The Italian National Fire Corps (Vigili del Fuoco, part of the Ministry of the Interior) will introduce eight AW139 intermediate twin-engine helicopters in a special configuration dedicated to mountain operations and firefighting. These aircraft, which will add to an existing fleet of 28 AW139s, are expected to be delivered starting before the end of 2025,... Read more
5-Nov-2024Source: El Paso County Sheriff Office
Recently, El Paso County Sheriff and Fire Warden Joseph Roybal welcomed the Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control’s Firehawk Helicopter and crew to the El Paso County Emergency Services facility in Colorado Springs. The Colorado Legislature approved the funding ($24 million) for the long-awaited first custom firefighting helicopter in 2021, with near-unanimous votes in... Read more
15-Oct-2024Source: Ecocopter
September 20, 2024, marked the beginning of an aid mission for Ecocopter+Helisul and Airbus Foundation, in their joint fight against the devastating forest fires in Bolivia, which currently mainly affect the regions of Santa Cruz. The H145 helicopter, equipped with cutting-edge firefighting technology, began its journey to the heart of Bolivia’s Chiquitania, a region besieged... Read more
9-Sep-2024Source: HeliHub.com
Flager County has now officially received its brand-new Airbus H125 in a late August ceremony – the aircraft will be operated by their Fire & Rescue unit under the program name of “FireFlight”. From the July 2023 press announcement by Airbus, the central Florida county ordered the new helicopter to replace their existing AS350B3, the oldest... Read more
6-Sep-2024Source: Entrol
As wildfire season intensifies across the Northern Hemisphere, Entrol, the manufacturer of EASA and FAA certified FNPT, FTD and FFS flight simulators, has proudly announced the launch of its enhanced firefighting training simulator capabilities, now available for all Entrol mission-capable simulators. The latest addition to Entrol’s simulator range focuses on enhancing pilots’ abilities to tackle wildfires,... Read more
14-Aug-2024Source: AEM
Canadian avionics manufacturer, Anodyne Electronics Manufacturing Corp. (AEM), is granted a new Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for its modern MTP136D P25 forest service radio. The Transport Canada awarded STC #SH24-21 is a significant milestone for AEM, as well as for operators providing aerial firefighting services using the industry workhorse H125 (AS350) aircraft. “This acknowledgement makes... Read more
9-Aug-2024Source: City of Peoria
The City of Peoria will “cut the ribbon” to commemorate the debut of its first Aviation Unit and reveal the new Bell 505 helicopter, as a new tool to enhance public safety capabilities in the West Valley. The Ribbon Cutting is planned for Tuesday, August 20, 7:30 a.m., in the Centennial Plaza Amphitheater, behind City... Read more
9-Aug-2024Source: Air Method
Air Methods, the leading air medical service provider, has partnered with the El Paso Fire Department (EPFD) to establish Fire STAR, a new air medical base set to open in September and provide emergency medical services for the El Paso community. The El Paso City Council’s approval of the five-year contract with Air Methods last... Read more
6-Aug-2024Source: Milestone Aviation
The Milestone Aviation Group Limited (“Milestone”), the global leader in helicopter leasing, together with Australian firefighting equipment designer and manufacturer, Helitak Firefighting Equipment Pty Ltd (“Helitak”), announced that the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has certified the FT5000 fire tank for the Sikorsky S-92A helicopter, granting a Supplemental Type Certificate. This industry-first firefighting platform combines... Read more
5-Aug-2024Source: Bell
Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced at APSCON 2024 that the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department has signed a purchase agreement for a SUBARU Bell 412EPX to advance its firefighting and rescue operations. “Bell is excited to work with San Diego Fire-Rescue as it expands their city’s public safety fleet,” said Lane Evans, managing director, North... Read more
31-May-2024Source: GPMS
GPMS International announced today that The Aerotech Group, South Australia’s largest privately owned aviation operator, has completed installation of Foresight MX HUMS on one of their UH-60 Black Hawks. Additionally, Aerotech has placed a follow-on order with options for additional aircraft. Based in Adelaide, Aerotech operates a fleet of fixed and rotary aircraft performing agricultural,... Read more
26-Apr-2024Source: Philippine News Agency
Deputy Speaker and Cebu 5th District Rep. Vincent Franco “Duke” Frasco on Tuesday pushed for the acquisition of firefighting choppers amid a sudden surge of fire incidents. Frasco has filed House Resolution (HR) 1686 urging the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) and Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) to include in their proposed... Read more
19-Apr-2024Source: Kawasaki
Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. announced the receipt of an order by Shizuoka City for a H145//BK117 D-3 helicopter (hereafter, “D-3”), the newest model in the BK117 series. This will be delivered in March 2026, and used as a firefighting and disaster relief helicopter . This order is the fourth D-3 to be used for firefighting... Read more
17-Apr-2024Source: Recoil Aerospace
Recoil Aerospace is proud to announce the successful certification of its T1000-E Aerial Fire Suppression System (AFSS) by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for installation on Airbus Super Puma series helicopters. This achievement marks a significant milestone in aerial firefighting technology, positioning Recoil as a leader in innovative solutions for combating wildfires. “We are confident that the T1000-E will... Read more
9-Apr-2024Source: UAVOS
UAVOS has successfully completed its first field deployment supporting wildfire suppression agencies with its UVH 170 unmanned helicopter. In this mission, UAVOS’ drone pilots were deployed during the day and also at night to gather timely data for situational awareness, ensuring high-quality data collection. Providing geospatial data in real-time has been a goal in fire... Read more
11-Mar-2024Source: Coulson Aviation
Coulson Aviation is pleased to announce its partnership with Kawak Aviation to launch a modern, upgraded, and more cost-effective Firefighting Black Hawk aircraft platform. The world’s largest aerial firefighting company that designs, manufactures, installs, and operates aircraft, Coulson is leading the innovative charge for the proven UH-60-based firefighting aircraft to help ensure a safe solution... Read more
5-Mar-2024Source: HeliHub.com
Thai Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has said he would appeal a funding request rejection for two Kamov Ka32 helicopters for the ministry’s Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM). Mr Anutin, who also serves as deputy prime minister, said the DDPM needs two more Ka32s and the first purchase should come from the 2024 fiscal... Read more
5-Mar-2024Source: Helitak
Helitak Firefighting Equipment, an Australian-based aerial firefighting tank manufacturer, announced on February 22, 2024, that the company was expanding its operations in the United States. The company has recently secured the lease of a 20,000-foot property at Camarillo Airport in California, where it will grow its operations in the United States. The new 20,000-foot facility... Read more
29-Feb-2024Source: Leonardo
Mitsui Bussan Aerospace (MBA), the authorised distributor for the Leonardo AW139, AW169 and AW189 helicopter models in Japan, announced with Leonardo orders recently signed for a total of three AW139s, to meet the requirements of various upcoming opportunities in the country. These latest orders confirm the continuous success of the AW139 in Japan with over... Read more
27-Feb-2024Source: Columbia Helicopters
Columbia Helicopters, a global leader in heavy-lift helicopter solutions, announces a new development program to redefine Chinook commercial operations worldwide. As the OEM of the Commercial Chinook, the Model 234, Columbia plans to create a new model of super heavy-lift aircraft through converting existing CH-47D Chinook aircraft. This development program, named the 234 Special Purpose... Read more
27-Feb-2024Source: Rain
Rain, a leader in aerial wildfire containment technology, and Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company specializing in advanced rotorcraft, completed flight tests in late 2023 demonstrating how an autonomous helicopter carrying water can be quickly launched to suppress a wildland fire in its very early stage. Rain and Sikorsky collaborated to perform the integrated flight demonstrations at... Read more
27-Feb-2024Source: Recoil Aerospace
Recoil Aerospace is on the brink of a major milestone as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) nears final approval for the Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) of its groundbreaking T1000-E Wildfire Suppression System. Following months of rigorous testing and evaluation, Recoil Aerospace anticipates STC approval for the T1000-E system, signaling a significant advancement in aerial firefighting technology. “We... Read more
8-Jan-2024Source: Nova Scotia
The Province is taking advantage of federal funding to replace its fleet of four helicopter water bombers. “Being prepared for emergencies such as wildfires is critical to protecting communities and Nova Scotians. That’s why we’re considering all options and are upgrading our fleet of helicopters to ensure we can manage wildfires in the future,” said... Read more
13-Dec-2023Source: Technisonic
Technisonic Industries is proud to continue its support of the Aerial Firefighting Market with its introduction of Forestry Mode available on both the TDFM-9000 and TDFM-9300’s. Forestry Mode addresses the space and installation challenges in the cockpit and antennas associated with updated United States Forestry Service (USFS) communications requirements. Developed to meet the USFS... Read more
5-Dec-2023Source: Helitak
Helitak Firefighting Equipment announced on November 29th, 2023, at the European Rotors show in Madrid, Spain, that the company has appointed Adrien Dillard to oversee sales of Helitak aerial firefighting tanks in the European market. Adrien comes to Helitak with an extensive aviation background spanning over fifteen years of customer service experience in major markets,... Read more
27-Nov-2023
As destinations renowned for their high temperatures and diverse topography ranging from mountainous terrain and dense forests to arid landscapes, both Spain and Portugal are subject to the devastating impact of wildfires. Helicopter firefighting services are a formidable aerial defence against these blazing infernos. Air bp supplies fuel to various helicopter emergency medical services (HEMS)... Read more
24-Nov-2023Source: Bell
For decades, Bell has held an active presence in the European market by acting as a vital partner in providing innovative and high-performing aircraft for customers across the region. With hundreds of commercial aircraft groups, public safety, military, and HEMS customers, Bell continues to make its mark across the region. At this year’s largest rotorcraft-only... Read more
22-Nov-2023Source: HeliHub.com
San Diego County Sheriff Kelly A. Martinez unveiled two new helicopters during a news conference on Monday, November 20 at the Sheriff’s ASTREA (Aerial Support to Law Enforcement Agencies) base at Gillespie Field in El Cajon. ASTREA is the Sheriff’s aviation unit which has been providing aerial support to the Sheriff’s Department and partner agencies... Read more
17-Oct-2023Source: Air Methods
United Rotorcraft, a global leader in critical mission systems for nearly 30 years, and DART Aerospace, a Canadian aerospace company specialized in designing, manufacturing, and supporting helicopter and fixed-wing aircraft components and systems for nearly 43 years, announced today their partnership agreement to develop an aerial firefighting system for the Airbus Super Puma family of... Read more
17-Oct-2023Source: Recoil Aerospace
Recoil Aerospace, a leading technology company specializing in advanced aerial firefighting solutions, is excited to announce its latest contract win, marking the company’s expansion into the Asia Pacific region. Recoil will provide two Tsunami T1000-E Aerial Fire Suppression System tanks for the Korea 119 Emergency Services H225 Super Pumas, which are set to enhance firefighting... Read more
10-Oct-2023Source: Air Methods
Air Methods, the nation’s leading air medical service provider, announced that Madison Fire Department has selected Air Methods Ascend’s online Critical Care Review program to provide additional training for their paramedics. With stations in the City of Rexburg, Townsite of Archer, and Sugar City, Madison Fire responds to an ever-increasing number of fire and ambulance... Read more
30-Aug-2023Source: v2track
v2track has partnered with Sydney-based engineering firm Airborne Mission System (AMS) to resell and support their AFDAU-T1 unit. The AFDAU-T1 has transformed the way aerial firefighters collect and report operational data and it offers unique benefits for rotary and fixed-wing operators. The AFDAU-T1 meets the requirements of the National Aerial Firefighting Centre of Australia (NAFC)... Read more
15-Aug-2023Source: Blue Hawaiian Shifts
Blue Hawaiian Helicopters, the sole helicopter tour company serving all four major Hawaiian Islands since 1985, has shifted its operations from tourism to supporting disaster relief efforts in the areas devastated by the wildfires in Lahaina. With tourism operations temporarily paused out of Kahului Airport, Blue Hawaiian has partnered with Blue Hawaiian Activates hotel partners,... Read more
4-Aug-2023Source: New South Wales Government
Rural Fire Service (RFS) aerial firefighting capabilities received a significant boost today with the arrival of a $9 million high-capacity waterbombing helicopter at Richmond. The new helicopter will allow for aerial firefighting at night and expand on existing air capabilities. Minister for Emergency Services Jihad Dib was joined by Commonwealth Member for Macquarie Susan Templeman... Read more
5-Jul-2023Source: Bluedrop
Bluedrop Training & Simulation Inc. (“Bluedrop”) through its sister company Bluedrop USA has been awarded a contract to provide two advanced Hoist Mission Training System (HMTS) for helicopter hoist operator training. These acquisitions will support the recent addition of the 12 Sikorsky S70i CAL FIRE HAWK helicopters. The fixed full size HMTS will be deployed... Read more
29-Jun-2023Source: DART Aerospace
DART Aerospace is proud to announce that it has received an FAA STC amendment, for the H145 Fire Attack™ System (FAS). This amendment now includes installation on D-2 and D-3 helicopter models as well as the previously approved C-2 model. The DART Aerospace H145 Fire Attack™ System, specifications are: – Capacity: 260 GAL (985 L)... Read more
29-Jun-2023Source: Bell
In the last few years, damaging wildfires have swept through the Greater Los Angeles area at an alarming rate. When these wildfires erupt, the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) is among the first to respond. On average, the LAFD responds to approximately 1,478 emergency incidents every day. As these fires spread across America’s second largest... Read more
24-May-2023Source: Air Methods
Air Methods, the nation’s leading air medical service provider, announced that Martin County Fire Rescue has selected the Air Methods Ascend critical care clinician online education program for the first responders on their flight team. Located in the southeastern part of the state, Martin County Fire Rescue provides emergency management and medical response, fire suppression... Read more
3-May-2023Source: California Military Department
Services members from the California Military Department participated in annual wildland firefighting training alongside counterparts from the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection near Ione, California, April 23, 2023. The training event, composed of collaborative aerial wildland firefighting tactics and procedures, is part of a long-standing partnership between the CMD and CAL FIRE to... Read more
2-May-2023
The lawyer for the families of the individuals who lost their lives in a helicopter crash in Korea last November has reported that they have filed a complaint against local government officials for violating the Serious Accidents Punishment Act. The accident occurred on November 27, 2022, when a Sikorsky S-58 firefighting helicopter crashed on a... Read more
