Cal Fire operates the world's largest civil aerial firefighting fleet, with over 60 aircraft, showcasing the critical coordination required to combat fires.
Fire Captain David Hudson emphasizes the importance of strategic air bases, which allow aircraft to reach fires within 20 minutes of a call.
As an air tactical group supervisor, Hudson coordinates aerial efforts to enhance ground firefighting, ensuring pilots deliver the appropriate amount of fire retardant.
Hudson explains that while ground crews extinguish the flames, aerial support's role is to outmaneuver the fire and effectively contain its spread.
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