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Why aren’t firefighting aircraft used all the time on wildfires? Firefighting aircraft are essential in slowing wildfire spread and supporting ground crews. However, high winds can limit the effectiveness of water and retardant drops, dispersing them before they reach their target. Strong winds also increase risks for pilots and... show more

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Ben1 year ago

Retardant? Is this 1825 or is this 2025, we don’t use those words. It’s Fire Handicap. Check your privilege

AlohaLokie1 year ago

♥️♥️♥️🙏🏽

Aunt Artica 🇺🇸 ✝️1 year ago

You ever heard of Santa Ana winds? Or will the next couple of days be a complete surprise to you just like "fire" burning things? You realize people are being destroyed & dying because the people who are paid to be in charge of putting out fires AREN'T PUTTING OUT FIRES

Fire Biden NOW - Demanding a Real President1 year ago

Thanks for sharing! Maybe I'm wrong, but I'd think you could plan your dropping points and dropping materials to account for wind speeds.

Malarkey Roofing Products2 years ago

It takes over 6,000 nails to properly secure a roof. Even one out of place can lead to leaks or void a wind warranty. That’s why we patented the industry’s first larger nailing area, called The Zone®. #FeatureFriday #Weatherproof @Holcim

rdc_cdr1 year ago

notice they don't feature "fire lesbians" in ads where they want to reassure or educate (propagandize) you. Instead they use a white guy that appears to know what he's talking about. Then there's reality: not so much...

Bay Boy1 year ago

Are smoke-jumpers still used?

Veni, vidi, non vici1 year ago

Please stay safe 🥺

August Rothenpieler1 year ago

Stop tweeting and fight fires.

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NASA Armstrong

13,591 views • 1 year ago

Four years ago, just before the emergence of COVID-19 and subsequent lockdowns, my team and I attended the Aircraft Maintenance Repair and Overhaul (MRO AFRICA) event in Ethiopia. It's remarkable to think back; at that time, the 7 Star Global hangar had fewer than seven aircraft types on its operational specification and capability list. Despite the challenging aviation landscape and the daily hurdles faced by young entrepreneurs in West and Central Africa, we have managed to significantly expand our capabilities. Currently, we boast a capability list covering over 25 aircraft types, establishing 7 Star Hangar as the largest in Sub-Saharan Africa. What's even more impressive is that our team, primarily composed of Nigerians, has successfully conducted heavy maintenance (C-D Check) on numerous commercial jets, private jets, and helicopters—including those in the Nigerian Presidential Air Fleet. All these aircraft are now operating safely within and outside Nigeria, free from any technical malfunctions or safety issues. This achievement is a result of the hard work of our skilled Nigerian engineering team and the grace of God Almighty. In the next few days, I'll be sharing some exciting news about our gains and achievements during the three-day conference in Ethiopia. As the former National President for Aircraft Pilots and Engineers in Nigeria for eight years, having worked with about six Aviation Ministers, all Aviation heads of Agencies, and airline owners in the last 20 years, and then establishing an MRO and airlines, I must tell Nigerians that my engagement with other nations and major aviation players tells me we don’t know and appreciate what we have as Nigerians despite our challenges in the sector. It's high time we showcase to the world what we are made of so they can respect us as a nation and reduce the cost of insurance, aircraft parts, and the higher costs Nigerian and African airlines, in general, incur to access services from Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs). I updated the Aviation ministry, and I am pleased that the Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, SAN, CON, FCIArb (UK) , is willing to support this cause. Aviation is not only being used by PDP, APC, or LP members alone but all Nigerians so I encourage us all to pray for her safety. so I look forward to his inputs soon as we engage further. Nigeria shall be great again. God bless you all and keep our airspace safe.

Four years ago, just before the emergence of COVID-19 and subsequent lockdowns, my team and I attended the Aircraft Maintenance Repair and Overhaul (MRO AFRICA) event in Ethiopia. It's remarkable to think back; at that time, the 7 Star Global hangar had fewer than seven aircraft types on its operational specification and capability list. Despite the challenging aviation landscape and the daily hurdles faced by young entrepreneurs in West and Central Africa, we have managed to significantly expand our capabilities. Currently, we boast a capability list covering over 25 aircraft types, establishing 7 Star Hangar as the largest in Sub-Saharan Africa. What's even more impressive is that our team, primarily composed of Nigerians, has successfully conducted heavy maintenance (C-D Check) on numerous commercial jets, private jets, and helicopters—including those in the Nigerian Presidential Air Fleet. All these aircraft are now operating safely within and outside Nigeria, free from any technical malfunctions or safety issues. This achievement is a result of the hard work of our skilled Nigerian engineering team and the grace of God Almighty. In the next few days, I'll be sharing some exciting news about our gains and achievements during the three-day conference in Ethiopia. As the former National President for Aircraft Pilots and Engineers in Nigeria for eight years, having worked with about six Aviation Ministers, all Aviation heads of Agencies, and airline owners in the last 20 years, and then establishing an MRO and airlines, I must tell Nigerians that my engagement with other nations and major aviation players tells me we don’t know and appreciate what we have as Nigerians despite our challenges in the sector. It's high time we showcase to the world what we are made of so they can respect us as a nation and reduce the cost of insurance, aircraft parts, and the higher costs Nigerian and African airlines, in general, incur to access services from Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs). I updated the Aviation ministry, and I am pleased that the Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, SAN, CON, FCIArb (UK) , is willing to support this cause. Aviation is not only being used by PDP, APC, or LP members alone but all Nigerians so I encourage us all to pray for her safety. so I look forward to his inputs soon as we engage further. Nigeria shall be great again. God bless you all and keep our airspace safe.

Balami Isaac

40,995 views • 2 years ago