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Bridger Aerospace Secures US Department of Interior Wildfire Contract in Alaska

Bridger Aerospace has won an exclusive-use contract from the U.S. Department of the Interior to provide aerial wildfire surveillance and suppression services in Alaska. The agreement involves the deployment of one CL-415EAF 'Super Scooper' amphibious aircraft. The aircraft will be based in Palmer, Alaska, starting May 1 for the fire season. This contract has a base period of one year with four one-year options for extension. The deployment is crucial for providing rapid initial attack capabilities in Alaska's remote areas.

Official Source: https://www.ch-aviation.com/news/164563-uss-bridger-aerospace-secures-alaska-doi-contract