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Taking a step forward — What’s next for aerial firefighting technology

Wildfires are a global issue and one that requires the global community to put our heads together to look for solutions that attempt to protect the environment from these ominous forces. The scale of wildfires is now beyond the control of manpower alone, so technological advances are vital for better protecting our communities and ecosystem from further damage.

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Trevor McIntyre

Posted: February 10, 2020
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TracPlus and NAFC — Improving safety for aerial firefighting across Australia

Australia is consistently one of the hottest and dryest climates on earth, making bushfires a part of life. With 100’s of operators throughout the continent, creating a collaborative response network can be complicated and expensive to accomplish.

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Hayden Johnston

Posted: January 29, 2020
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Kestrel Aviation: Manning the Front Lines Against Bushfires

As bushfires continue to rage across several Australian states, Victoria-based Kestrel Aviation is doing their bit to help corral the blazes. Established in 1985 by Captain Ray Cronin, this state-of-the-art aerial firefighting company operates a fleet of helicopters, including the mighty Erickson Aircrane, from their 3,500 sq meter facility at Mangalore Airport.

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Michael Archer

Posted: January 21, 2020
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Australian Bushfire Season Update 2019

It has been a frantic start to the summer in Australia. The pressure is on as bushfires wreak havoc across the eastern side of the country. Firefighters and emergency services have been thrown in the deep end at the start of what is forecast to be another hot, dry summer.

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Trevor McIntyre

Posted: December 11, 2019
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The Only Constant is Change — The Future of Flight Training

Technology is accelerating at a pace that often feels impossible to keep up with. Even within the aviation industry, we are continually bombarded by content about everything from shiny new space-based internet networks to GA auto-land systems to drones that are going to revolutionize every aspect of our world.

Chris Hinch

Chris Hinch

Posted: December 6, 2019
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Aerotech: Doing Double Duty In South Australia

Aerotech was founded in 1968 and is a second-generation family business based in South Australia. Its 30-strong fleet of aircraft are mainly made up of Air Tractor AT-802’s, which are used for the aerial suppression of bushfires and aerial application for agriculture operations, as well as Airbus Helicopters. This combination has made them an industry leader Down Under.

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Michael Archer

Posted: November 26, 2019
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Seeing Through Darkness — The Role of NVG in Nighttime Firefighting

Have you wondered how operators came to use NVG to fight fires? Or are you an operator who is interested in integrating NVG into your business? Our Ebook identifies the benefits and the costs of using this incredible technology in the cockpit.