Reduced visibility from thick smoke, coupled with turbulence created by the fire's heat, can create perilous flying ...

The CL-415 aircraft being used in California can drop large amounts of water on fires and fills its tank by skimming along a ...

One reason last week’s collision between a firefighting plane and a drone caused such a stir was because Los Angeles doesn’t ...

This is the story of the Canadair CL-415, a Canadian-designed, Canadian-built amphibious water bomber pulling overtime over ...

Despite the aircraft's impressive capabilities, California has not purchased any, rather choosing to lease them for 90-day ...

The FBI is seeking information about the collision of a drone with a Super Scooper that was flying over the Palisades Fire in ...

A super scooper on loan from Canada that’s been helping fight the fires will be back in action this week after taking a hit ...

TFRs are currently in place over the Palisades and Eaton fires, allowing firefighting aircraft the airspace they need. They ...

Fighting the deadly wildfires in Southern California requires a coordinated team effort – from tactical crews attacking hazardous hot spots on the ground to planes and helicopters providing fire ...

NBC Universal, Inc. One reason last week’s collision between a firefighting plane and a drone caused such a stir was because Los Angeles doesn’t have many spare “Super Scoopers” to take ...