Why doesn't California invest in 'Super Scooper' aircraft in its firefighting efforts?The use of CL-415 aircraft for firefighting in California is limited by specific challenges, despite their rapid water-scooping capabilities.
Fire Chief: Super Scoopers, choppers work but were grounded during fierce California wildfire windsLos Angeles County Fire Department remains committed to leasing Super Scooper planes for aerial firefighting, citing cost-effectiveness over ownership.
Take the pilot's seat as C-130 aircraft flies over California wildfire and drops retardantC-130 Super Hercules planes are actively combating Southern California wildfires by efficiently dropping fire retardant.
Why doesn't California invest in 'Super Scooper' aircraft in its firefighting efforts?The use of CL-415 aircraft for firefighting in California is limited by specific challenges, despite their rapid water-scooping capabilities.
Fire Chief: Super Scoopers, choppers work but were grounded during fierce California wildfire windsLos Angeles County Fire Department remains committed to leasing Super Scooper planes for aerial firefighting, citing cost-effectiveness over ownership.
Take the pilot's seat as C-130 aircraft flies over California wildfire and drops retardantC-130 Super Hercules planes are actively combating Southern California wildfires by efficiently dropping fire retardant.
Update: Line Fire remains 83% contained, 39,299 acres destroyed in San Bernardino CountyThe Line Fire in San Bernardino County has burned over 39,000 acres and is suspected to have been started deliberately.