The Los Angeles area has been hit with one of the worst fires in U.S. history. The California Department of Forestry and Fire ...

The FBI said it is seeking info about the collision of an unauthorized drone with a firefighting aircraft flying over the ...

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

Carrying massive loads of water or fire retardant, fast-moving specialized aircraft help contain the spread of wildfires.

Aerial support during the California wildfires has been grounded at times by high winds. Here's what the aircrafts do and why ...

Aircraft that douse flames with water and bright red Phos-Chek fire retardant are a common sight in California. Aerial ...

The Claremore Fire Department is responding to a hangar fire at the Claremore Regional Airport Monday morning.

Helicopters play a critical role in CAL FIRE’s operations, and the future of the fleet is the Sikorsky S-70i Firehawk (or as ...

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

Avincis, Europe's largest provider of emergency air services, said on Monday it renewed its contract with Italy to operate ...

In emergencies, dumping ocean water on fires may be the best option. But seawater can have long-term effects on equipment and ...