Aircraft Continue to Fight Bush Fire in Arizona, on of Largest in State Ever

The Bush Fire in the Tonto National Forest North East of Mesa Arizona continued its growth over the weekend to over 184,000 acres, forcing multiple evacuations throughout the areas surrounding the national park. Read More

CalFire to Rely on Air Attacks to Maintain Social Distancing

Fire crews are preparing to not only battle wildfires but also this virus. Cal Fire says it’s next to impossible for some ground crews to keep 6 feet between them. It’s why aircraft will be even more important this year. Read More

Self Powered 'Paper Chips' Could Help Send Early Alarm for Fires

Over the course of the last few months we have watched our way of life change dramatically as COVID-19 has forced people to learn to live much more cautiously. And yet, with all that is happening, some things continue on as they always have. Read More

Several Fires Burning In New Mexico

As fire crews contained the Mims Fire in New Mexico, others continued to burn in other locations this weekend. New Mexico authorities reported the lightning-caused Mims fire was 80% contained as verified by aerial mapping of the area near Mims Lake in New Mexico. Read More

NAFC Requests Input on UAS for Aerial Firefighting in Australia

Australia’s National Aerial Firefighting Center (NAFC) released a survey today t0 investigate use of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) in Fire and Emergency Management and the possibilities of expansion. Read More

Ag Secretary Announces Forest Service Changes During Visit

The U.S. Agriculture Secretary visited Missoula Friday to announce a blueprint to prioritize work for the U.S Forest Service. Supporters say it will modernize the agency and cut unnecessary red tape. Read More

Babcock Italy First to Install ADS-B Out Technology on Canadair

Aviation’s Design and Completions (D&C) team in Rome is the first in the world to install Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) technology on a Viking Air CL-415, also known as a Canadair. Read More