Forestry and Fire Fighting Equipment
The Florida Forest Service accomplishes its mission to safeguard the lives and property of Florida's citizens by combining a unique array of equipment that enables it to attack wildfire and respond to other emergent needs — no matter what the terrain or location. This equipment also permits the Florida Forest Service to carry out our other land management responsibilities on public lands. The Florida Forest Service has a long and distinguished record of affording the citizens and leaders of this state the peace of mind that they and their loved ones and properties are safe from the effects of wildfires and other calamities.
Aviation Equipment
Distributed across the state and among the Florida Forest Service's 15 field units are 16 airplane and seven helicopter pilots that are also Certified Firefighters. Aircraft maintenance support is provided by five aircraft mechanic/inspectors and four aircraft mechanics.
Florida Wildfire Aviation Plan
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Ground and Water Handling Equipment
This equipment is required to operate off-road in the most extreme of Florida's environments, routinely on hot, dirty and smoky wildfires in swamps, forests and sandhills.
Specialized Equipment
The rapidly growing population in Florida's "wildland/urban interface" areas requires a quick response with the right kind of equipment.
