As fire activity increases across California, our McClellan Airtanker Base stands ready to respond. Home to the largest civil aerial firefighting fleet in the world, CAL FIRE’s Aviation Program is a cornerstone of the state’s wildfire response. From airtankers to helicopters, these aerial resources provide rapid support to ground crews—slowing fire spread, protecting communities, and gaining the upper hand on fast-moving incidents. As conditions continue to intensify, the role our Aviation Progr

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CAL FIRE helicopters don’t just drop water. They also deliver a crew of firefighters to combat the fire. Here is a look at what happens when they hit the ground, as we hike along with the Boggs Mountain Helitack Crew on a fire this summer. | CAL FIRE Sonoma-Lake-Napa Unit

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9K views · 131 reactions | Watch as #CalGuard helicopters break through an icy water source to collect water to dump on the #CampFire. California Army National Guard helicopters and aviators support CAL FIRE during water bucket missions over the Camp Fire in Butte County, California, Nov. 15, 2018. The Camp Fire is the first wildfire mission for the Cal Guard's new M-model UH-60 helicopters. (Video courtesy CAL FIRE) CAL FIRE | California National Guard | Facebook