Coulson Aviation Extends Aerial Firefighting Support in Chile

By Len Varley
Aviation Source News
November 26, 2024
Category: Forestry
Region: International

Coulson Aviation has secured a pivotal contract with Chile’s National Forest Corporation (CONAF). The new agreement significantly enhances the specialist operator’s presence in South America’s aerial firefighting landscape. The agreement, forged through a strategic partnership with BRYSA, represents a comprehensive commitment to wildfire management and forest protection. The contract brings together an impressive array of specialized aircraft, including the Boeing 737 FireLiner, C-130 Hercules, and Citation Air Attack platforms. These cutting-edge assets demonstrate Coulson’s technological prowess and commitment to innovative firefighting solutions. Britton Coulson, President and COO of Coulson Aviation, highlighted the significance of the partnership. “Our collaboration with CONAF goes beyond a typical service contract. We are bringing world-class aerial firefighting capabilities to Chile, leveraging our extensive experience and state-of-the-art technology to protect critical forest ecosystems and communities.”

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