Aviation-Guide - Flipbook - Page 13
Both the CL-215 and Bombardier 415 are Canadian
aircraft built specifically for fire suppression and are
known in the U.S. as Super Scoopers. CL-215 and the
Bombardier 415 are amphibious aircraft, which can
operate on land and water. The CL-215 was first built
in 1969 and was later replaced by the Bombardier 415
in 1994.
Mission
IONS:
Cruise Speed:
189/233 mph
Gallon Capacity:
1,300/1,621
Manufacturer
Canadair / Bombardier,
Canada
Type II
I Airtanker
Airtanker
These turbine aircraft scoop water from oceans, lakes
and reservoirs which can be dropped as regular water
or be mixed with a foam retardant. The aircraft can
also be utilized for maritime search and rescue. These
aircraft have been leased for use during fire season
in numerous counties including Los Angeles and San
Diego. The U.S. Forest Service also has some of these
aircraft on Exclusive use contracts.
S P E C I F I C AT
CL‑215/ Bombardier 415 “Superscooper”
Original Owner
Crew
Pilot and Co-pilot
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