ABC 10 News28d
Taking a closer look at the aerial attacks on the Border 2 Fire
(KGTV) — Throughout the morning Friday, Cal Fire has sent aircraft to aid in the fight against the Border 2 Fire. Many have repeatedly dipped into Otay Lake, preparing to drop that water onto ...
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Here’s what it’s like to manage Cal Fire’s aircraft during a massive wildfire
Cal Fire had more than 60 aircraft within its ... They can fly lower than 50 feet to make a drop. Helicopters generally carry 270-1,000 gallons of water. They sometimes operate at night.
San Diego Union-Tribune24d
County looking to buy second helicopter for night missions as it takes hard look at fire response
The county-owned helicopters are placed with the Sheriff’s Office and staffed by sheriff’s pilots, with a Cal Fire crew on board. It takes months of intense training so the sheriff’s pilots ...
Los Angeles Daily News1mon
LAFD helicopter pilots describe water drops, challenges of battling Palisades fire in high winds
The fire eventually grew to 23,448 acres, and by Wednesday had claimed 11 lives while destroying or damaging more than 7,000 structures, according to the latest Cal Fire numbers. Wind speeds ...