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Unit 8 Aerial Firefighting Strategy and Tactics. Unit 8 Objectives. Describe aerial fire suppression strategies and tactics. List considerations in planning and implementation of tactical aviation operations. Describe the use of tactical aircraft in wildland/urban interface.
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Unit 8 Objectives • Describe aerial fire suppression strategies and tactics. • List considerations in planning and implementation of tactical aviation operations. • Describe the use of tactical aircraft in wildland/urban interface.
Aerial Fire Suppression Strategies • Direct • Parallel • Indirect
Direct Attack Drops next to fire edge in support of ground forces. Remember: Aerial application of suppressants and retardant will be ineffective without ground support.
Direct Attack - Control Line handline
Direct Attack - Control Line handline
Direct Attack - Control Line handline
Parallel Attack Generally parallel to and within a hundred feet of the perimeter.
Parallel Attack handline
Parallel Attack handline
Parallel Attack handline
Parallel Attack handline
Indirect Attack Pre-treatment of fuels which are far removed from the main fire.
Indirect Line - Using Terrain handline
Indirect Line - Using Terrain handline
Indirect Line - Using Terrain handline
Indirect Line - Using Terrain handline
Indirect Line - Using Terrain handline
Aerial Fire Suppression Tactics • Box or “V” pattern • Parallel or stacking pattern • Full coverage drop
Hot Spotting Hitting flare ups or hotspots directly on the flame.
General Tactical Considerations • Tactical plans are based on the chosen strategy and a working knowledge of the following principles: • Review tactical considerations, IASG Chapter 8
Initial Attack and Multiple Fire Operations • Assuming control of air operations in progress • Initial attack mission priorities • Initial attack responsibilities with no IC • Multiple fire situations • Delayed attack fires • Fuels • Available resources • Best aircraft for the mission
Coordination with Ground and Air Resources • Know the plan • Work together
Keep Ground Informed • Effectiveness of air operations • Problems with implementation of plan • Changes or adjustment in tactics
Communications are Critical OSC Aerial Supervisor Operations
Keep Communications Open Lead Plane ATGS Operations OSC
Keep Communications Open ATGS Lead Plane Operations OSC Pilots
Tactical Operations • No action • Direct Attack • Parallel Attack • Indirect Attack • Hot Spotting • Protective Action
No Action When: • Not needed • Not effective • Not safe
Protective Action • Defensive tactics • Protecting resources or structures
Control Lines • Direct, parallel, or indirect • Use long term retardants • Support with ground forces • Anchor points are important for all control lines
Wildland/Urban Interface • Policies and regulations • Hazards • Ground safety • Effectiveness of resources • Tactical planning principles
Wildland /Urban Interface Hazards • Poor visibility • Power lines (de-energize) • Antennas and tall structures • News media aircraft • Non-incident personnel
Unit 8 Exercise • Strategy and Tactics
Review Unit 8 Objectives • Describe aerial fire suppression strategies and tactics. • List considerations in planning and implementation of tactical aviation operations. • Describe the use of tactical aircraft in wildland/urban interface.