In This video we get to see four AT-802F Fire Boss's and One "BirdDog" Aero Commander, part of the government of the North West Territories air tanker fleet, taxi out and take off in formation.
The AT-802F Fire Boss has the ability to scoop water from lakes and rivers through its amphibious floats. In addition to it's standard fuselage-mounted retardant tank which holds 3100 Liters, it also can have optional130 Liter foam tanks in the floats.
It has been said that no other tanker attacks wildfires with the agility, tempo and effectiveness of the 802F Fire Boss. From A nearby water source it can deliver up to 14000 gallons per hour to a fire.
The 1600 horsepower turboprop engine may be summed up in one word........MUSCLE!
Please enjoy the video
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