Air Tractor Europe

Rising temperatures, coinciding with heatwaves and dust storms, are threatening central and northern Europe regions that are not typically prone to fires. In Europe, despite preventive measures taken by authorities, forest fires have claimed swathes of land 30 per cent larger than Luxembourg in the past year. The demand for air tankers used to douse such fires has increased due to their compact size, ability to fly at low altitudes, and high manoeuvrability even with large volumes of retardant. Air Tractor Europe offers a wide range of multi-function aircraft for firefighting, agriculture, and several utility applications to fulfil the growing demand.

Air Tractor Europe is the official dealer of the Air Tractor planes in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. In addition to the dealership capabilities, the firm provides MRO services for aerial firefighting and farming utility aircraft in the region. Air Tractor Europe’s extensive organizational structure enables it to provide operation and maintenance services, train pilots, and undertake logistics consulting. Provisioning equipment installation and maintenance and technical support, Air Tractor Europe ensures the flights are efficient and flight-ready at every moment.

Many aerial firefighting aeroplanes require customized specifications to tackle emergencies.

Air Tractor Europe offers research and consulting services to assist its customers in selecting the best technology for their individual needs and objectives.“The key to our success is following maintenance procedures strictly and accurately so the aircraft can be efficient during flight,” says Rafael Selma, CEO of Air Tractor Europe. The aircrafts offered by Air Tractor for aerial firefighting can be altered to increase the capacity of the retardant held in reserve. Due to its state-of-the-art Firegate system, the FRDS (Fire Retardant Dispersal System) discharge pattern can also be customized according to the preferred amount as well as the distance and duration of the discharge. The Air Tractor AT-802F has conjured a stellar reputation for itself on the front lines of battling wildfires owing to its reliability, pinpoint drop precision, and aerial agility. The AT-802F, equipped with a 3,100 litre (820 US gal) capacity water tank, is regarded as one of the most efficient aircraft to operate due to its size and manoeuvrability. When equipped with amphibious floats, the aircraft converts into the Fire Boss Scooper air tanker, enabling it to land, scoop, and supply 14,000 gallons per hour from nearby water bodies. Following the fire season, the aircraft continues to safeguard forests by performing tasks such as replanting, fertilizing, and treating the land with pesticides.

In addition to the air tankers, Air Tractor Europe offers agricultural aircrafts. The superior power, speed, and payload of the aeroplanes give them a competitive edge over other planes in the segment. With a wide range of additional features which can be incorporated, the aircraft can fertilize forests, spray fields for miles, or even use dispersants in oil spills at sea. To ensure the aircraft are maintained as per industry standards, Air Tractor Europe employs a team of extensively trained professionals and engineers. Air Tractor Europe recently built a large facility which includes a hangar that can accommodate the maintenance of six aircraft simultaneously.

With holistic capabilities to maintain and repair Air Tractor aeroplanes, the company also manages the entire documentary procedure and certifications, and provides after-sales spare parts supply. Moreover, owing to the high standards set by its technical team, the aircrafts maintained and serviced by Air Tractor Europe have sold for 20 per cent higher in the resale market.