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Old 11th Sep 2019, 05:30
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Direct quote from your link, chimbu -

"Fixed-wing aircraft that are used for firebombing tend to be of the larger agricultural-style, specially modified for firebombing. These aircraft are sometimes referred to as SEATs (Single-Engined Air Tankers). This type of aircraft particularly suits the conditions most often encountered in Australia where there are relatively few long paved runways, but plenty of agricultural airstrips. "

When states sign 10 year leases on B737 aircraft, SEATS get parked.
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