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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 conditions.
Firefighting aircraft out of action for LA fire after it’s damaged by drone while flying
A firefighting aircraft battling the deadly Palisades Fire was struck by a drone, forcing the crucial plane out of action with a damaged wing, officials said.
Canadair firefighting aircraft involved in drone collision to return to service
A Canadair firefighting aircraft that collided with a private drone has been repaired and will return to service, California fire officials announced.
'Super Scooper' firefighting aircraft returns to work after being struck by drone
The “Super Scooper” plane was hit while flying over the Palisades Fire. It has been repaired.
Firefighting aircraft grounded after striking a drone over the Palisades Fire
A civilian drone was flying illegally over the Palisades Fire in Los Angeles when it collided with a firefighting aircraft, causing damage and grounding the plane.
Drone strikes firefighting aircraft over Palisades Fire
Fire officials in Southern California have informed the FAA that a firefighting aircraft struck a drone as it was flying over the Palisades Fire near the Los Angeles County coast.
Bridger Aerospace confirms mobilization of ‘Super Scooper’ aircraft
Bridger Aerospace (BAER) confirmed the mobilization of Bridger’s CL-415EAF “Super Scooper” aircraft to California to assist in firefighting
LA fires update: Super scooper damaged by drone ready to fly again
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 by a drone.
Firefighting Pilots Face High-Pressure Job: ‘It Gets a Bit Scary’
The people flying planes and tankers involved in dousing blazes face hot, sweaty, turbulent conditions — and the risk that ...
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High winds do more than spread fires — they keep firefighting aircraft on the ground
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass issued an executive order to expedite processes for rebuilding homes and clearing debris left ...
Fact Check: Temporary grounding of LA firefighting aircraft due to wind, not Biden visit
Aircraft fighting the Los Angeles wildfires were temporarily grounded Tuesday night into Wednesday morning due to high winds, ...
No, Biden administration didn't block firefighting aircraft during LA visit | Fact check
Firefighting aircraft could continue operating in restricted airspace as long as they coordinated with air traffic control, ...
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Firefighting aircraft damaged after collision with drone over Los Angeles’ Palisades Fire
The Federal Aviation Administration reports a firefighting aircraft was struck by a drone while operating over the Palisades ...
Here’s What 9,000 Pounds Of Aerial Firefighting Liquid Does To A Car
Firefighting aircraft drop hundreds of gallons of fire retardant with each pass, but what would happen to a car caught up in ...
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Water tanks in the sky: How firefighting planes help ground crews combat LA wildfires
Carrying massive loads of water or fire retardant, here's a look at the fast-moving specialized aircraft helping contain the ...