Airtanker Companies Still Reeling From 2002 Accidents
Credit: U.S. FOREST SERVICE
As the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) launches upgrades to the nation's firefighting airtanker fleet, it faces a disturbing fact: Private companies operating those aircraft are on the verge of financial collapse. Some may not be able to stay in business, let alone buy modern platforms. The industry and...
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