Ever wondered what the pilot’s-eye view is on a water drop from a helicopter? On August 6, 2024, aircraft responded to a vegetation fire in the Otay Mountain Wilderness which was contained to one acre. The pilots of San Diego County Sheriff's Copter 14 flew 36 hand crew firefighters to build containment lines. Check out this footage from the pilot’s seat! CAL FIRE/San Diego County Fire #Aviation #Firefighting | CAL FIRE
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Ever wondered what the pilot’s-eye view is on a water drop from a helicopter? On August 6, 2024, aircraft responded to a vegetation fire in the Otay Mountain Wilderness which was contained to one acre. The pilots of San Diego County Sheriff's Copter 14 flew 36 hand crew firefighters to build containment lines. Check out this footage from the pilot’s seat! CAL FIRE/San Diego County Fire #Aviation #Firefighting | CAL FIRE
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CAL FIRE’s Aviation Program has a legacy built on courage, innovation, and teamwork. From its early beginnings to today’s operation, CAL FIRE now commands the largest aerial firefighting fleet in the world. This evolution represents decades of dedication from those who saw the potential of aviation to change the way California fights wildfires. As we recognize Aviation History Month, we honor not only the aircraft that have evolved over the years but the people who built this program into what i
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CAL FIRE’s Aviation Program has a legacy built on courage, innovation, and teamwork. From its early beginnings to today’s operation, CAL FIRE now commands the largest aerial firefighting fleet in the world. This evolution represents decades of dedication from those who saw the potential of aviation to change the way California fights wildfires. As we recognize Aviation History Month, we honor not only the aircraft that have evolved over the years but the people who built this program into what i
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Each year, CAL FIRE’s air fleet of more than 65 aircraft are flown back to Sacramento to our Aviation Management Unit to be serviced. Considered one of the finest and most effective firefighting programs in operation, the CAL FIRE Aviation Program has received the Diamond Award of Excellence for Aviation Maintenance 10 times. Find more information here https://www.paperturn-view.com/cal-fire-communications/aviation-guide?pid=MzE312070. #CALFIREaviation #CALFIREairoperations | CAL FIRE
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Each year, CAL FIRE’s air fleet of more than 65 aircraft are flown back to Sacramento to our Aviation Management Unit to be serviced. Considered one of the finest and most effective firefighting programs in operation, the CAL FIRE Aviation Program has received the Diamond Award of Excellence for Aviation Maintenance 10 times. Find more information here https://www.paperturn-view.com/cal-fire-communications/aviation-guide?pid=MzE312070. #CALFIREaviation #CALFIREairoperations | CAL FIRE
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Did you know that CAL FIRE/San Diego County Fire has a unique cooperative aerial rescue program? Through this program, the San Diego Sheriff’s Department provides pilots and the aircraft and CAL FIRE San Diego provides the firefighting and paramedic rescue crew, creating a critical service for one of the busiest counties in California for helicopter rescues. This aerial paramedic rescue program allows for rescues in remote locations, responds quickly to emergencies, and provides the same level o
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Did you know that CAL FIRE/San Diego County Fire has a unique cooperative aerial rescue program? Through this program, the San Diego Sheriff’s Department provides pilots and the aircraft and CAL FIRE San Diego provides the firefighting and paramedic rescue crew, creating a critical service for one of the busiest counties in California for helicopter rescues. This aerial paramedic rescue program allows for rescues in remote locations, responds quickly to emergencies, and provides the same level o
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Ready to step up to an exciting career in firefighting? CAL FIRE is now accepting Fire Fighter I applications for 2019. Learn more: http://calfire.ca.gov/about/about_careers_fireprotection_seasonal | CAL FIRE
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Ready to step up to an exciting career in firefighting? CAL FIRE is now accepting Fire Fighter I applications for 2019. Learn more: http://calfire.ca.gov/about/about_careers_fireprotection_seasonal | CAL FIRE
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In today's update from CAL FIRE, we highlight the incredible work of firefighting personnel, efforts to reopen neighborhoods safely and the rapid response to 11 new fires in the last 24 hours across critical fire weather areas. Key updates: 🔥 Progress on the #EatonFire (91% contained) and #PalisadesFire (68% contained), now ranked as California's 2nd and 3rd most destructive wildfires. 🔥 New incidents continue to pop up across the region and personnel are making every effort to quickly respond
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In today's update from CAL FIRE, we highlight the incredible work of firefighting personnel, efforts to reopen neighborhoods safely and the rapid response to 11 new fires in the last 24 hours across critical fire weather areas. Key updates: 🔥 Progress on the #EatonFire (91% contained) and #PalisadesFire (68% contained), now ranked as California's 2nd and 3rd most destructive wildfires. 🔥 New incidents continue to pop up across the region and personnel are making every effort to quickly respond
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Did you know that CAL FIRE pilots train on a range of flight simulators for many of our fixed wing (airplanes) and helicopters? 🚁 CAL FIRE operates an entire fleet of state-of-the-art simulators at our Aviation Management headquarters. Our aviators are able to practice real-world scenarios without ever leaving the ground—sharpening their skills while saving time, reducing maintenance costs, and being environmentally conscious. This is one of the many ways we’re using technology to stay prepared
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Did you know that CAL FIRE pilots train on a range of flight simulators for many of our fixed wing (airplanes) and helicopters? 🚁 CAL FIRE operates an entire fleet of state-of-the-art simulators at our Aviation Management headquarters. Our aviators are able to practice real-world scenarios without ever leaving the ground—sharpening their skills while saving time, reducing maintenance costs, and being environmentally conscious. This is one of the many ways we’re using technology to stay prepared
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We’re getting ready for peak fire activity! As part of that preparation, the CAL FIRE Aviation Program holds annual recurrent training for pilots and crews. At the CAL FIRE Amador-El Dorado Unit McClellan Reload Base, S-2T pilots and ground crews practice the skills and simulate the operations used at airbases throughout California. From landing to takeoff, and retardant drops to navigation, pilots hone their critical aerial firefighting skills. Ground crews get hands-on practice refueling and g
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National Guard UH-60 making a drop during training with CalFire. 5/2025 - - #uh60 #blackhawk #uh60blackhawk #army #nationalguard #helo #helicopter #aviation #pilot #calfire #firefighter #aerialfirefighting | Mike Henry
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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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Readiness in Action CAL FIRE crews from Prado Helitack, and the Pilot Rock Fire Center recently completed troop shuttle training—a key exercise that prepares firefighters to be transported safely and efficiently by helicopter during wildland incidents and mission tasked assignments. Troop shuttles allow crews to access remote terrain quickly, improve response times, and position firefighters exactly where they're needed during fast-moving fires. This training ensures our firefighters stay skille
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Pilot Rock Fire Center’s first Insect Tree Removal project. Near Green Valley Lake, 16 bark beetle infested trees were removed yesterday to stop the potential spread of the pests and limit the threat to other trees. #calfire #foresthealth #resourcemanagement | CAL FIRE San Bernardino/Inyo/Mono Unit
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CAL FIRE San Bernardino Unit’s Pilot Rock Fire Center, Fenner Canyon, Prado, and Owens Valley Conservation Camps, along with our partners at the California Conservation Corps Pomona Crew, take on some of the toughest work in wildland firefighting—hiking steep terrain, cutting fireline, and operating in some of the most demanding conditions across our region. From reducing hazardous fuels in high-risk areas to responding on the front lines during wildfire season, these crews play a vital role in
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CAL FIRE BEU on Instagram: "From the first air tanker drops to today’s highly coordinated air operations, aviation has transformed the way California responds to wildfire. ✈️🔥 What started as a bold idea decades ago has grown into the world’s largest and most sophisticated firefighting aviation fleet — supported by skilled pilots, aviation mechanics, ground crews, and dispatchers who work together every day to protect lives and property across the state. During Aviation History Month, we honor
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