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Forum: Rotorheads

24th Aug 2013, 00:27

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single engine firefighting

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Posted By Gordy

Here in the US we also have air attack above the...

Here in the US we also have air attack above the fire but he is controlling the overall strategy for that period.

As for training, you can do a baic long line training course and then get hired by...

Forum: Rotorheads

23rd Aug 2013, 19:17

Replies: 44

single engine firefighting

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Posted By Gordy

Pros and cons of buckets on long lines...in no...

Pros and cons of buckets on long lines...in no particular order:

Most of it comes down to personal preference, although depending upon terrain you could be forced to use a long line.

Grass...

Forum: Rotorheads

21st Aug 2013, 14:15

Replies: 44

single engine firefighting

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Posted By Gordy

Looks like his first time with a bucket. He...

Looks like his first time with a bucket. He really needs to practice some more---zero bucket control.

Forum: Rotorheads

20th Feb 2013, 15:27

Replies: 44

single engine firefighting

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Posted By Gordy

AS 350 B3 bucket, but expect to pay lots. ...

AS 350 B3 bucket, but expect to pay lots.

For less money Bell 206 L4 with TRACs, better performance than the 407, slightly less than the 350.

Forum: Rotorheads

18th Feb 2013, 05:12

Replies: 44

single engine firefighting

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Posted By Gordy

Light singles...highly effective in the right...

Light singles...highly effective in the right hands. Obviously depends on fuel type , terrain, wx etc.....

The Bell 206L4 with TRAC's, AS350B3 and Bell 407 are used extensively in the US... Can...

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