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Interesting facts about the De Havilland Canadair 515
✈ The Canadair 515 is the next generation water bomber developed by De Havilland Canada as the successor to the long running CL-415 aerial firefighting aircraft.
✈ The aircraft is built as a purpose designed amphibious water bomber that can scoop water directly from lakes or coastal waters during firefighting missions.
✈ The Canadair 515 program revives the famous Canadair water bomber production line in Canada which dates back to the CL-215 introduced in the late 1960s.
✈ The aircraft can collect large volumes of water in a single scooping run which allows it to perform repeated drops on wildfires without returning to an airport.
✈ Modern avionics and updated mission systems allow the Canadair 515 to operate more effectively in complex firefighting environments and challenging weather conditions.
✈ The aircraft is designed with improved corrosion protection and structural upgrades to support operations in salt water environments and harsh operational conditions.
✈ Operators typically include government agencies and specialised aerial firefighting organisations that respond to seasonal wildfire threats around the world.
✈ In addition to firefighting missions the aircraft can be configured for roles such as maritime patrol search and rescue and disaster response support.
Model Variants for buyers to consider when purchasing a De Havilland Canadair 515
The Canadair 515 forms part of the long established Canadair amphibious water bomber family. Earlier aircraft in this lineage include the Canadair CL-215 piston powered water bomber and the later turboprop powered CL-415 which introduced improved performance and operational efficiency. The Canadair 515 continues this evolution with updated avionics systems improved payload capability and structural enhancements designed for modern aerial firefighting missions. For operators considering fleet renewal or expansion the Canadair 515 provides compatibility with established operational concepts used by previous Canadair water bomber aircraft while incorporating updated technology and improved support infrastructure.
De Havilland Canadair 515 Specifications
Information provided here is as a guide only. This information should not be used for flight planning or other aircraft operations. Aircraft model variations custom specifications modifications upgrades and age will have a considerable impact on the details listed below. Please check with the seller manufacturer or aviation authority for the precise aircraft specifications.
Length: 19.8 m (65 ft)
Wingspan: 28.6 m (94 ft)
Height: 8.9 m (29 ft)
Max Take Off Weight (MTOW): 21,400 kg (47,180 lb)
Fuel Capacity: 7,700 L (2,034 US gal)
FAQs About the De Havilland Canadair 515
What is the primary role of the De Havilland Canadair 515?
The Canadair 515 is designed primarily for aerial firefighting. It is an amphibious water bomber capable of scooping water from lakes or coastal areas and delivering it directly onto wildfire zones. This capability allows operators to perform rapid and repeated water drops during large scale firefighting operations.
How much water can the Canadair 515 carry?
The aircraft is designed to carry approximately 7,000 litres of water or fire retardant in its tanks. The amphibious design allows the aircraft to refill these tanks during a brief water scooping run which significantly increases firefighting efficiency.
Who manufactures the Canadair 515?
The aircraft is manufactured by De Havilland Canada. The company revived production of the Canadair water bomber family and continues the long tradition of Canadian built amphibious firefighting aircraft originally developed by Canadair.
Is the Canadair 515 an amphibious aircraft?
Yes. The Canadair 515 is a fully amphibious turboprop aircraft with a boat style hull and retractable landing gear. This design allows the aircraft to operate from conventional runways as well as water surfaces which is essential for firefighting operations.
What organisations typically operate the Canadair 515?
Most Canadair 515 aircraft are operated by government firefighting agencies civil protection organisations and specialised aerial firefighting contractors. These aircraft form part of national wildfire response fleets in regions that experience seasonal forest fires.
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