Helitak launches Aerial Strike Buckets to advance wildfire response

Helitak Fire Fighting Equipment has announced the launch of its latest range of buckets known as Aerial Strike. This next-generation technology is geared towards ensuring a more responsive and adaptable approach to aerial fire suppression.

The new Aerial Strike Buckets offer increased water-carrying capacity, optimized drop patterns, and improved operational flexibility. Designed for integration with various rotary-wing aircraft, these buckets provide pilots and fire agencies with enhanced control over water deployment, maximizing suppression efforts in critical fire zones.

Key features of the Helitak Aerial Strike Buckets include:

• Precision water release system: ensures optimal water dispersion for maximum fire suppression
• Lightweight construction: built with high-strength materials to withstand extreme conditions while maintaining aircraft efficiency
• Scalable capacities: available in multiple sizes to accommodate different aircraft and mission requirements
• Rapid deployment and easy maintenance: designed for quick attachment and seamless operation in emergency situations.

“Our new Aerial Strike Buckets represent a major step forward in aerial firefighting technology,” said Jason Schellaars, CEO of Helitak. “With the growing intensity and frequency of wildfires worldwide, we are committed to equipping aerial firefighting teams with the most advanced and reliable tools available. These new buckets with minimal moving parts not only increase efficiency but also help reduce response times, ultimately protecting lives, property, and natural landscapes.”

Helitak recently received approval from the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for its FT1300 aerial firefighting tank for the Airbus H125.