Bombardier CL-415 facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Bombardier CL-415 |
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| Italian Bombardier CL-415. | |
| Role | Water bomber |
| National origin | Canada |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier |
| First flight | 1993 |
| Introduction | 1994 |
| Status | Active |
| Primary user | Canada |
The Bombardier CL-415 is a special airplane built in Canada. It's a newer version of the well-known Canadair CL-215. This aircraft has two powerful turboprop engines, which are like jet engines but use propellers.
It's an amphibious aircraft, meaning it can land and take off from both land and water! Its main job is to fight big fires by dropping water, a process called water bombing. Some of these planes are also used to watch over the seas, which is called maritime patrol.
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What is the Bombardier CL-415?
The Bombardier CL-415 is a very important aircraft for fighting wildfires around the world. It was designed to quickly scoop up water from lakes or the ocean and then drop it on fires. This helps firefighters on the ground control and put out dangerous blazes.
How it helps fight fires
This amazing plane can scoop up to 6,137 liters (1,621 US gallons) of water in just 12 seconds! It does this by skimming the surface of a lake or ocean. Once the water is loaded, the plane flies over a fire and releases the water. This helps to cool down the flames and stop the fire from spreading.
The CL-415 is also very good at flying in smoky conditions and at low altitudes, which is important when fighting fires. Its strong engines and special design make it a reliable tool for saving forests and homes from wildfires.
Where is the CL-415 used?
Many countries use the Bombardier CL-415 to protect their lands from fires. These planes are active in places like Canada, Croatia, France, Greece, Italy, Malaysia, Morocco, Spain, and the USA. Each country relies on these aircraft to be ready when wildfires break out.
Images for kids
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A Spanish Air Force CL-415, showing its 4 underbelly doors opened.
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Italian Vigili del Fuoco refilling near Alghero, spilling excess water through underwing overflow ports
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Croatian Air Force CL-415 right before refilling in Živogošće
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Two Hellenic Air Force CL-415 refilling off the coast of Atlit to fight the 2010 Mount Carmel forest fire
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French Sécurité Civile CL-415 dropping water
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See also
In Spanish: Bombardier 415 para niños
