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4169005786ATAC Aerial: 2nd Line of Defence.
A Second Line of Defense Behind the Primary ATAC LH |
The S-64 Sky Crane excels in rapid deployment and heavy lifting, capable of transporting up to 12.5 tons (25,000 lbs or 11,340 kg). Its vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) capabilities, combined with its ability to hover precisely in strong winds, allow it to access confined spaces and challenging terrain where conventional aircraft cannot. This versatility makes it invaluable for civilian operations, including emergency relief efforts such as tornado, fire, flood, and search and rescue missions. In the context of modern wildfires, often located in remote and inaccessible areas, the Sky Crane's unique capabilities are crucial. Furthermore, the ATAC A system significantly enhances firefighting effectiveness, delivering up to 24 times more water on target compared to traditional water bombers and ground-based solutions, by hovering 200-250 feet above the forest canopy. |
A Second Line of Defense Behind the Primary ATAC LH
The S-64 Sky Crane excels in rapid deployment and heavy lifting, capable of transporting up to 12.5 tons (25,000 lbs or 11,340 kg). Its vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) capabilities, combined with its ability to hover precisely in strong winds, allow it to access confined spaces and challenging terrain where conventional aircraft cannot.
This versatility makes it invaluable for civilian operations, including emergency relief efforts such as tornado, fire, flood, and search and rescue missions. In the context of modern wildfires, often located in remote and inaccessible areas, the Sky Crane's unique capabilities are crucial. Furthermore, the ATAC A system significantly enhances firefighting effectiveness, delivering up to 24 times more water on target compared to traditional water bombers and ground-based solutions, by hovering 200-250 feet above the forest canopy.
Simplified Operations with Advanced Mobility
ATAC revolutionizes firefighting efforts with its high volume, continuousflow targeted approach providing rapid response teams with a crucial advantage. This innovation enhances deployment, ensuring immediate response in urgent situations.
Erickson S-64F Air Crane®
The technology will power the next generation flight controls and navigations systems Erickson is developing for the heavy-lift juggernaut, with the aim of enhancing cockpit awareness and flight crew safety during day and night firefighting operations.
Modernized with over 4k modifications engineered by Erickson, the S-64 Air Crane® heavy-lift helicopter can deliver approximately one million gallons of water per hour, 2,400% more effective than any other platform.
Comparison of Aircraft Costs and Water Flow Rates
Item (Values Estimated) | Erickson S-64 Air Crane | Boeing 747 Supertanker |
ATAC vs Water Bomber |
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Purchase Price | $40 million | $250 million |
$250 million | $250,000 | 40,000 |
Operating Cost per day | $25,000 | $250,000 |
Gallons per hour | 1 million | 40,000 |
Gallonsper minute | 16,600 | 670 |
