Airtankers: Tour of Coulson's Trailers and Vehicles

Direct link to September 27th video on YouTube from Coulson Aviation

Airtankers Flying at Night in California

Direct link to August 18th video from Airborne Firefighters on YouTube

Enjoy this video about airtankers flying wildfires at night in California. The aerial wildland firefighters receive training to safely fly wildfires at night. I am happy to know that airtankers fly wildfires at night in California, I do not know if other States have airtankers flying wildfires at night.

Airborne Firefighters, a documentary series, has other videos about wildland firefighting.

Airtankers at Abiliene Texas Tanker Base Responding to Wildfires on Sept. 17th

Direct link to September 17th video from KTXS News on YouTube

Decent Rainfall in My Area but Continue to be Aware of Wildfire Danger

Water supply indicators are currently not concerning due to decent to above average rainfall the last few weeks. However. I remain aware of wildfire danger. Anything can happen to bring on a wildfire of any size whether it be lightning or a untended campfire or arson; a small wildfire can grow into a large wildfire. I hope that anyone having a picnic with a campfire or camping out in early fall pays attention to campfire safety, being sure that any campfires are put out and cold to the touch.

Small Airtanker Used in Arizona During 2025 Wildfire Season

Direct link to May 2025 video from KGUN9 on YouTube

I saw the video that I am sharing here about how Arizona used small airtankers during their 2025 wildfire season. I enjoyed the video because it gave me an upclose look at the airtanker while hearing the pilot being interviewed.

Images of September 11, 2001 destruction

Direct link to September 11th post from the National Trust for Historic Preservation on Facebook

I found these images very moving.

Inside Three Airtankers

Direct link to April 15, 2026 video by "The Lookout and blancolirio" on YouTube

I always enjoy watching videos about different kinds of airtankers. I enjoyed this video by "The Lookout and blancolirio" and I hope that you do as well.

2026 Wildfire Season: 737 Tanker Ferry Flight from Australia to US

Direct link to September 13th video from Coulson Aviation on YouTube

I am greatful to read that a Coulson 737 tanker from the New South Wales Rural Fire Service received heavy maintenance before coming to California to help with their wildfire season.

In Memory of September 11th 2001 (Archive Footage of Destruction of WTC)

Direct link to September 10th video from Reuters on YouTube

Unions in Fire Depts in NYC Continue to Address Health Concerns from WTC Attacks

Direct link to September 9th video from CBS News New York

Many of us hold a special place in our heart for those who suffered (death or injuries) during the attacks on the World Trade Center on Sept 11, 2001. I had moved from eastern NJ not far from the River adjoining NYC a few months before the attacks happened. So I can only imagine what it was like for those who could see the World Trade Center and the attacks. I was working on that day I remember the shock that I felt when I heard that planes had flown into the World Trade Center on the radio. I went around my office and told a couple of people, including someone who was raised in downtown Manhattan, at first they did not believe me but then the news began to filter around my office and they were in as much shock as I was. Like many of you, I continue to have a special place in my heart for all who were affected by these attacks. I have deep respect for the first responders who responded to the collapse. So as we approach the 25th anniversary of these attacks I will continue to remember and pray.