Aviation Portal

Definition: Aircraft operations support in the service of fire and resource management.
(National Interagency Fire Center/Fire Research And Management Exchange System)

There are a number of powerful aerial fire control techniques to support ground control operations when needed, although most fires do not require aerial assistance. Aircraft used in fire operations include air tankers, lead planes, infrared reconnaissance planes, and helicopters.

Upcoming Events

2023 Alaska Interagency Fall Fire Review
Dena'ina Center (Tikahtnu Ballroom E)
October 23, 2023 (All day) to October 27, 2023 (All day)

California Wildfire Conference
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library
October 24, 2023 (All day) to October 26, 2023 (All day)

6th National Cohesive Wildland Fire Management Strategy Workshop
Eldorado Hotel and Spa
November 6, 2023 (All day) to November 10, 2023 (All day)