The single-engine air tanker, also called the type III SEAT, is the smallest category among firefighting planes. The plane holds not more than 800 gallonsof water. Their small size … See more

Large Airtankers are very efficient in putting out the fire even when there is a forest canopy due to their higher coverage. They have a larger capacity than the SEATs, holding bet… See more

Water scoopers can hover over a water body for as long as they need to refill their tanks. In other words, they do not have to return to their base or a refilling station for a refill. Som… See more

Unlike previously listed aircraft, the smokejumper aircraft does not directly get involved in quenching wildfires. You can sum up their activity to transportation and support. Th… See more

You can call them spotter or first respondent in a wildfire operation. As their name implies, they are crucial when there is a need to assess a fire situation. Lead planes are … See more