The Fregate-F100: a new firefighting aircraft
Hynaero explains that there is an increasing demand for a new type of airtanker and why the Fregate-F100 is the next-generation large-capacity amphibious aerial firefighting aircraft
Wildfires are a dramatic consequence of climate change. They contribute to global warming due to the CO2 released into the atmosphere and the destruction of vegetation as a critical carbon sink. The Fregate-F100 will save lives, property and finances worldwide.
The Fregate is a large-capacity amphibious water-bomber aircraft designed for aerial firefighting. It aims to provide private- and public-sector operators with a modern aircraft adapted to current and future crises, and is capable of scooping at sea and inland water areas. The Fregate program is based on industrial cooperations with the best European aerospace companies.
The Fregate-F100 has been designed to dramatically improve scooping capacity (10T of water), cruise speed (250kts), flight autonomy and aircraft maneuverability, and shorten response delays in the fight against wildfires. The integration of state-of-the-art technologies, and the architecture are designed specifically for the aerial firefighting (AFF) mission. The Fregate-F100 is a versatile asset with unparalleled mission capabilities.
Hynaero’s comprehensive mission system will establish the air–land relationships, thus providing situational awareness and air–land deconfliction. Embarked AI will provide tactical options for how to best attack wildfires.
In addition to the suited response to the AFF aircraft market, the amphibious ability of the Fregate-F100 makes it also possible to develop and deploy other variants for passenger and cargo transport, as well as for maritime patrol and medevac.
For more information about Hynaero and the Fregate-F100 program, please visit our website www.hynaero.com and follow Hynaero on LinkedIn.
April 2025
Issue
Our April edition has a special focus on aerial firefighting, with features that include rescues during wildfire situations; the coordination process and tools used between aircraft and firefighters; the distinct job of the smokejumper; the different use cases for buckets and tanks, and what needs to be considered for your airframe; the continued appeal of the Firehawk platform; and the importance of proper expertise when treating traumatic brain injuries; plus more of our regular content.
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