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i know its an old thread, but why not? The Martin Mars can drop 7200 gallons
in one go. You don't need to be precise with that sorta load. And have you seen a mars? They make the C-54 look small. Martin Mars drops water on a fire, which is different than dropping retardant along the flanks and head of the fire. Precision is often needed because of working in close proximity to ground resources. The Mars drops a lot of water on hot areas of the fire. Its just a different kind of resource than a retardant dropping tanker. A 747 tanker can have a role, but a big part of forest fire suppression is about getting there soon with aircraft based nearby, rather than having to send aircraft from across the country Ron Tanker 65, C-54E (DC-4) Silver City Tanker Base |
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"John R Weiss" wrote in message news:zSerc.15455$zw.4602@attbi_s01...
"BUFDRVR" wrote... I watched the mpeg on the site. The narrator said; "at 400' and 140 knots, the 747 can....." What do they call that in Marketing 101 -- "puffery"? Speaking of the marketing vid , since when has the 747 ever took on a aerial refueling role? Wonder if they'll consider aquiring an old buff or a worn out C-5 as a water bomber aswell |
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Speaking of the marketing vid , since when has the 747 ever took on a
aerial refueling role? I believe Iran has used it for that. Wonder if they'll consider aquiring an old buff or a worn out C-5 as a water bomber aswell I really doubt it. Certainly would never happen for many reason Ron Tanker 65, C-54E (DC-4) Silver City Tanker Base |
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Most states already have worn out planes for air drop, so I don't
think they will go that route. The c130 crashes of the last few years must be part of the drive for a newer firefighting aircraft technology. (Prowlus) wrote in message . com... "John R Weiss" wrote in message news:zSerc.15455$zw.4602@attbi_s01... "BUFDRVR" wrote... I watched the mpeg on the site. The narrator said; "at 400' and 140 knots, the 747 can....." What do they call that in Marketing 101 -- "puffery"? Speaking of the marketing vid , since when has the 747 ever took on a aerial refueling role? Wonder if they'll consider aquiring an old buff or a worn out C-5 as a water bomber aswell |
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