2018 has been a record breaking year for wildfire activity in California and that, of course, includes the amount of fire retardant needed to fight these fires. Watch the video below to learn more about the hard work that went into battling these wildfires from the air! | CAL FIRE
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CAL FIRE's Tanker 122, our first fully operational C-130H, has successfully completed its inaugural firefighting mission! This aircraft delivered 8000 gallons of retardant on the Record Fire in Riverside County, marking a major milestone in our mission to protect California. With its 4,000-gallon tank and cutting-edge retardant delivery system, the C-130H will help provide the crucial support our ground crews need to contain wildfires, protecting communities across the state. The addition of thi
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Airtanker 91 lays down retardant as the CAL FIRE San Diego Unit battles the #Border34 Fire. The S-2 holds 1,200 gallons of retardant and provides rapid initial attack delivery of fire retardant on wildland fires. The fire, first reported Sunday, has been held to 24 acres thanks to the quick response from our air and ground resources. #AviationHistoryMonth | CAL FIRE
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A rare look inside a #CALFIRE S-2 tanker, which can carry a payload of up to 1,200 gallons of retardant. Pilot Dale Dahl explains how pilots can adjust coverage levels of retardant delivered, depending on fuel type on a wildfire. | CAL FIRE/San Diego County Fire
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As fire activity increases across California, our McClellan Airtanker Base stands ready to respond. Home to the largest civil aerial firefighting fleet in the world, CAL FIRE’s Aviation Program is a cornerstone of the state’s wildfire response. From airtankers to helicopters, these aerial resources provide rapid support to ground crews—slowing fire spread, protecting communities, and gaining the upper hand on fast-moving incidents. As conditions continue to intensify, the role our Aviation Progr
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Following our #leadplane pilot for the drop on the #PostFire in #Gorman #California. The fire is currently at eight percent containment as crews are working tirelessly to contain the spread as the wind is pushing the fire towards #PyramidLake. 🎥: @socalfirephoto #10_tanker #readytoserve #calfire #usfs #aviationdaily #aviationmagazine #aerialfirefighters #dc10lovers #wildfireseason2024 #losangeles | 10 Tanker Air Carrier
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CAL FIRE Helicopters and Air Tankers on todays #MainFire in Lake Elsinore. CAL FIRE firefighting aircraft are directed in the air by a CAL FIRE Air Tactical plane. Learn more about CAL FIRE's Air Program: http://calfire.ca.gov/fire_protection/fire_protection_air_program | CAL FIRE/Riverside County Fire Department
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