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Piloting Super Scoopers: What It Takes to Pilot Firefighting Aircraft
Reduced visibility from thick smoke, coupled with turbulence created by the fire's heat, can create perilous flying ...
What are ‘Super Scoopers,’ the planes used to fight the L.A. wildfires?
The CL-415 aircraft being used in California can drop large amounts of water on fires and fills its tank by skimming along a ...
Water tanks in the sky: Firefighting planes help ground crews combat California wildfires
Carrying massive loads of water or fire retardant, fast-moving specialized aircraft help contain the spread of wildfires.
Aerial firefighting companies' new challenge: Keeping up with demand
Aerial firefighting companies supplement federal and state firefighting fleets, and their services are in high demand.
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What are ‘Super Scoopers,’ the planes used to fight the LA wildfires?
which the Super Scoopers can do. Air tankers of varying sizes are also being used to drop fire retardant in the path of the fires in an attempt to stop them from spreading. Cal Fire’s fleet ...
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1600 Gallons Water At 350 Kmph in 12 Seconds: How 'Super Scoopers' Are Turning The Tide in US Wildfire Battles
Super Scoopers are equipped with a system that can mix water with foam concentrate to enhance firefighting effectiveness.
Why doesn't California invest in 'Super Scooper' aircraft in its firefighting efforts?
Despite the aircraft's impressive capabilities, California has not purchased any, rather choosing to lease them for 90-day ...
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Why doesn't California invest in 'Super Scooper' aircraft in its firefighting efforts?
The Super Scoopers, manufactured by De Havilland Canada ... tankers that carry up to 1,200 gallons of water mixed with fire retardant. CAL FIRE officials say this mixture offers additional ...