September 3, 2024 – CAL FIRE officials announces that CAL FIRE's Tanker 122, our first fully operational C-130H, has successfully completed its inaugural firefighting mission! This aircraft delivered 8,000 gallons of retardant on the Record Fire in Riverside County, marking a major milestone in our mission to protect California.
With its 4,000-gallon tank and cutting-edge retardant delivery system, the C-130H will help provide the crucial support our ground crews need to contain wildfires, protecting communities across the state. The addition of this remarkable aircraft to our fleet takes our firefighting capabilities to new heights.
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Source: CAL FIRE
