The CL-415 has an updated cockpit, aerodynamics enhancements and changes to the water-release system as well, creating a modern firefighting amphibious flying boat for use in detecting and suppressing forest fires. Compared to the CL-215, the CL-415 has increased operating weight and speed, yielding improved productivity and performance.

The Canadair CL-415, also known as the Bombardier 415, is a Canadian amphibious aircraft purpose-built as a water bomber. It was designed and built specifically for aerial firefighting. On June 20, 2016, the CL-415 type certificate was purchased from Bombardier by Viking Air.

Jan 28, 2025 · The CL-415 has an updated cockpit, aerodynamics enhancements and changes to the water-release system as well, creating a modern firefighting amphibious flying boat for use in detecting and suppressing forest fires.

The cockpit is fitted with a Litef / Honeywell Attitude Heading Reference System (AHRS) and a Honeywell radio altimeter.

The “Enhanced Aerial Firefighter” (EAF) mirrors the CL-215T conversion program and updates with the addition of operator-requested enhancements. The CL-415EAF include the winglets, finlets, higher operating weights, increased capacity firebombing system, and foam injection system of the CL-415.

Feb 22, 2025 · Here are five features of the Canadair CL-415 that have contributed to its long-term success. The CL-415 is noteworthy because of its unique amphibious design, which means that it can land both on water and on conventional runways. This makes the …

Feb 1, 2024 · You'll see the water tanks inside CL-415 and you will also be able to look inside them through the water drop ports! Use your mouse or arrows on the video to look around - PC/Mac. A smartphone...

The CL415 has an updated cockpit, aerodynamics enhancements and changes to the water-release system, creating a modern firefighting amphibious aircraft for use in detecting and suppressing forest fires.

The CL-415 is a Canadian amphibious flying boat used as an airtanker for fighting wildland fires. It is a development of the earlier CL-215.

Sep 28, 2017 · CL-415s have a fight manual limitation of operating (takeoff or landing) from an airstrip no higher than 10,000’ Pressure Altitude. Jet A. Fueling by truck is preferred; however, non-truck...