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The Best Firefighting Planes in Action
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00:00Firefighting planes, also known as water bombers or air tankers, are the indispensable heroes in
00:12the battle against wildfires, demonstrating unparalleled agility and precision in containing
00:18and extinguishing forest fires by dropping water or fire-retardant chemicals on the affected areas.
00:24They provide aerial support to ground crews, especially in situations where ground crews
00:31may have difficulty reaching the fire or where the fire is spreading rapidly. They are equipped
00:37with huge tanks and cutting-edge technology to navigate challenging terrains, smoke and forest
00:43canopies to deliver precise water bombs to stop wildfires. From water bombers capable of skimming
00:51water from lakes to those that create artificial rainfall, here are the 10 best firefighting
00:57planes in the world.
01:001. Bereiv B-200 Altair
01:06The Bereiv B-200 Altair is a jet-powered amphibious flying boat of utility type designed and built
01:13by the Russian Bereiv Aircraft Company for primarily firefighting, but it can also be used for search
01:19and rescue missions or maritime patrol. It is equipped with fuselage lining tanks capable
01:25of holding nearly 3,200 gallons or 12,000 litres of firefighting liquid.
01:33This unique amphibious aircraft features specialised firefighting equipment that can skim the water
01:40surface at 90% of take-off speed and utilise its four retractable water scoops to scoop 3,200 gallons
01:48or 12,000 litres of water in just 14 seconds from seas with waves up to 4 feet or 2 metres.
01:57During firefighting operations, it can cover a distance of 124 miles or 200 kilometres from the airfield to a
02:04water reservoir and more than 8 successive trips between the fire site and the reservoir.
02:12When above the drop site, it can reduce its speed to a minimum of 220 kilometres per hour,
02:18allowing it to empty the water tanks over the fire site in a remarkably 0.8 to 1.0 seconds.
02:26It also has the capacity to carry six auxiliary tanks containing fire-retarding chemical agents,
02:33totaling 320 gallons or 1,200 litres. For added versatility, the water tanks can be easily removed
02:43to convert the aircraft for cargo transport or accommodate up to 72 passengers. A total of 19 of
02:50these amphibious sea jets were manufactured, with a purchase price reaching up to $60 million.
03:042. Boeing 747 Supertanker
03:10The Boeing 747 Supertanker is the largest aerial firefighting aircraft in the world,
03:17derived from various Boeing 747 models, initialed by Evergreen International Aviation.
03:25The initial supertanker was based on a 747-200 and made its debut in 2006 during
03:32firefighting operations in Cuenca, Spain. Its first American mission took place in 2009 at the Oak
03:40Glen Fire in California. Despite the 747's reputation as the largest passenger plane,
03:46it assumed the gritty role of firefighting showcasing its capabilities by holding an
03:51impressive 19,600 gallons or 74,000 litres of fire-retardant or water. It is equipped with a
04:00pressurized liquid drop system that can disperse fire-retardant under high pressure or release it
04:06at the speed of falling rain. This aircraft can deliver retardant directly to the fire scene,
04:12while operating at a height of 400 to 800 feet and a speed of approximately 160 miles per hour,
04:20or 260 kilometers per hour, resembling an approach for landing. The tank system could be configured for
04:26segmented drops, allowing the contents of the tank to be released at multiple intervals while in flight,
04:32making it capable of laying down a swath of fire-retardant for 3 miles or 4.8 kilometers long,
04:39and up to 150 feet or 46 meters wide. Three of these aircraft have been converted into
04:46firefighting planes at a cost $40 million each, with the addition to the base price of a Boeing 747,
04:53which exceeds $410 million. The total cost of this firefighting aircraft is almost half a billion dollars.
05:05Number 3 Bombardier 415 or Canadair CL-415 Super Scooper
05:14The Canadair CL-415 Super Scooper is a series of amphibious aircraft originally manufactured by Canadair,
05:22and later by Bombardier, based on the Canadair CL-215. It is specifically designed for aerial
05:30firefighting, although it is capable of performing various other roles such as search and rescue
05:36and utility transport. The main fuselage compartment houses four water tanks with a combined capacity of
05:447,000 liters or 1,850 U.S. gallons with hosea installed on each side of the fuselage to allow
05:52ground filling, while in-flight filling is achieved using two hydraulically operated scoops while skimming
05:59over the water surface. For water refilling retrieval, the aircraft needs a flyable distance of
06:051,340 meters or 4,400 feet to descend and scoop 7,000 liters of water in 12 seconds done from a 410 meter
06:17long run on the water at a speed of 130 kilometers per hour or 81 miles per hour.
06:25The water bombing system is centrally managed through a water status panel on the flight instrumentation,
06:31providing direct control to the pilots. It can safely engage fires at lower altitudes and speeds,
06:37offering precision in its attacks. With an efficient drop pattern and high water density,
06:42it can suppress fires rapidly, allowing ground crews to safely extinguish hot spots.
06:49Around 95 aircraft of this type have been delivered, at a unit cost of $40 million.
06:54The Ilyushin Il-76 is a versatile four-engine turbofan strategic airlifter designed by the Soviet Union's
07:12Ilyushin Design Bureau, intended for delivering heavy machinery to remote and underserved areas,
07:18but it can easily be adapted for use as an aerial firefighting bomber.
07:22With a water carrying capacity of 13,200 gallons or 50,000 liters, it has proven effective in
07:31extinguishing fires in various countries. The aircraft is equipped to release the liquid through
07:36a door in the hull and also disperses numerous exploding capsules filled with fire retardant.
07:43This aircraft excels at firefighting in challenging conditions,
07:47capable of extinguishing fires while flying at a speed of 186 miles per hour or 300 kilometers per
07:54hour in low visibility and smoke. It operates at altitudes ranging from 200 to 400 feet above the
08:02burning treetops, navigating through valleys stressed by mountains with the ability to maneuver easily.
08:0825 of these planes have been modified for firefighting purposes, and the cost of each is approximately $52 million.
08:225. Shinmeiwa US-2
08:26The Shinmeiwa US-2 is a large Japanese amphibious aircraft designed for short takeoff and landing,
08:32incorporating boundary layer control technology to enhance its short takeoff and landing capabilities,
08:39and suppress stalls. It was developed by the seaplane specialist Shinmeiwa, and it evolved from the
08:46earlier Shinmeiwa US-1A seaplane for the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force, primarily for air-sea rescue
08:54missions, but also adaptable for various roles, including aerial firefighting.
09:00In its firefighting configuration, this model replaces one fuel tank with a 15-ton water tank,
09:07reducing its maximum range to 2,300 kilometers compared to the search and rescue variant's 4,700 kilometers range.
09:18The tank is designed to withstand salt water, foam, and fire retardant.
09:23It is equipped with a pair of water scoops for efficiently collecting water,
09:27automatic foam mixing equipment, and a computer-controlled water drop system.
09:32With an onboard capacity of 3,595 gallons or 14,000 liters,
09:38it stands as the largest fire truck in Japan and costs $113 million to buy.
09:486. DC-10 Air Tanker
09:51The DC-10 Air Tanker is a series of American wide-body jet air tankers converted from McDonnell Douglas DC-10
09:59passenger jetliners and are primarily utilized for firefighting operations, especially in rural areas.
10:06Operated by the Joint Technical Venture 10 Tanker Air Carrier, they have served as aerial firefighting units
10:13since 2006. The aircraft is equipped with an exterior belly-mounted tank capable of carrying up to 9,400 gallons or 45,000 liters of water or fire retardant,
10:26which can be released in just eight seconds.
10:29Featuring three tanks, all of which can be filled simultaneously on the ground within eight minutes,
10:35with the retardant being gravity-fed from the tanks.
10:38The entire load can be dumped in eight seconds, with the drop rate computer-controlled by the flight crew,
10:44to achieve the desired retardant spread over fire lines.
10:48It is capable of applying a line of retardant that is 300 feet or 91 meters wide by one mile or 1.6 kilometers long.
10:58With a proven track record, each unit can cost 140 million dollars, and it has been actively deployed
11:05in various firefighting efforts in both the United States and Australia in recent years.
11:187. Antonov 32 Firekiller
11:21The Antonov 32 Firekiller is a lightweight transport aircraft developed based on the Antonov 32,
11:30with its primary purpose being fire extinguishing. This high-wing monoplane is equipped with special
11:36meteorological ammunition designed to induce artificial rainfall over fires.
11:42With a capacity to carry 2,000 gallons or 8,000 liters of water, it plays a crucial role in firefighting efforts.
11:51During firefighting operations, the aircraft discharges 8,000 liters of fire extinguishing liquid from
11:59two groups of tanks at an altitude of 40 meters and a speed of 240 kilometers per hour. The result is a
12:07water spot on the ground measuring 160 meters in length and 35 meters in width, with a concentration of
12:14the liquid exceeding 1 liter per square meter.
12:218. Martin 170 JMR Mars
12:25The Martin 170 is a seaplane that originated in the United States and took its inaugural flight in 1943.
12:33Boasting an impressive maximum range of 4,970 miles or 8,000 kilometers, this aircraft can achieve a top speed of 225 miles or 362 kilometers per hour.
12:48Originally designed for military applications, it held the distinction of being the world's largest seaplane until 1947.
12:569. Airtractor AT-802F
12:58Despite its noteworthy characteristics, only seven Martin 170 aircraft were ever constructed.
13:04Following a few years of military service starting in 1959, only two of these seaplanes remained.
13:11Eventually, the two surviving aircraft were auctioned off and repurposed for firefighting duties.
13:189. Airtractor AT-802F
13:22The Airtractor AT-802F is a versatile light aircraft that took its inaugural flight in 1990, originating from the United States.
13:33Beyond its primary role in firefighting, this aircraft has found utility in military and police operations,
13:39as well as agricultural endeavors. Its unique design allows it to take off from both runways and water
13:46surfaces. It is specifically crafted for combating fires of varying scales and serves as both an
13:53initial attack firefighter and a resource for sustained support to ground crews.
13:59It boasts a combination of agility, high reliability, pinpoint accuracy and impressive performance,
14:06offering versatility that enables it to operate in locations inaccessible to other firefighting
14:12aircraft. It is capable of fast transit between the fire and the airfield at speeds approaching 200
14:20miles per hour, facilitating rapid response times. Its adaptability extends to operating from remote
14:27airstrips, dirt roads or small airports near the fire, enabling it to make a quick impact on firefighting efforts.
14:35Once positioned over the fire line, the aircraft slows down, delivering its payload with precision to
14:43effectively combat brush and grass fires or suppress fires in denser canopies.
14:50With an 800-gallon or 3000-litre capacity, along with its speed and maneuverability,
14:56it efficiently handles tasks in challenging terrain such as mountainous areas, narrow flight corridors,
15:02and wildland urban interface zones.
15:09Number 10. Lockheed C-130 Hercules The Lockheed C-130 Hercules is an American
15:18military transport aircraft with four turboprop engines known for its capability to operate from
15:24unprepared runways during both takeoffs and landings. Originally designed for troop transport,
15:31medevac and cargo missions, the C-130's adaptable airframe has found applications in various roles as
15:38a gunship, supporting airborne assaults, conducting search and rescue operations, providing scientific
15:45research support, performing weather reconnaissance, offering aerial refueling, participating in maritime
15:52patrol, and engaging in aerial firefighting. In aerial firefighting operations, it is equipped with the modular
16:00airborne firefighting system, a self-contained unit designed for firefighting from the air.
16:08The MAFs comprises a series of five pressurized fire-retardant tanks with a total capacity of
16:142,700 gallons or 10,000 litres. A newer system has been introduced with an increased capacity of up to
16:243,000 gallons or 11,000 litres. This upgraded system replaces the five individual
16:31retardant tanks with a single, larger tank and incorporates two onboard air compressors, enhancing the aircraft's
16:39firefighting capabilities.
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