# Firefighting Missions

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* Firefighting Operations are only accessible through Missions.
* **Crash detection must be OFF** for Missions to load correctly, as Crashes may interfere with our loading scripts. 
* **Beware of sling load limitations** - must fly at maximum 120kts and avoid violent maneuvers when carrying external loads.
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### **MISSION 1: CANADIAN ROCKIES FIRES**

For the past several years, the province of Alberta, Canada, has been affected by an ongoing, record-setting series of wildfires. These ongoing fires have turned large areas of untouched nature into burnt land, posing a significant threat to both natural habitats and human settlements. A CH47D has been dispatched to an uncontrolled wildfire near the town of Banff. The fire is occurring in a hard-to-reach area because of the mountainous landscape.

Distance to Target: 60nm

Expected Duration: 50 minutes

<details>

<summary>MISSION INSTRUCTIONS</summary>

* **LAUNCH MISSION**
* **Load** the Firefighting Bucket to your aircraft on the EFB - Load Tab.
* **Takeoff** from Springbank Airport - Air Tanker Base, heading 26&#x37;**° towards waypoint SPRAE.** Use the Handheld GPS (EFB Config Tab) to enter the flight plan.
* Upon entering the Canmore Valley, **follow the river** visually towards **Banff Airfield (CYBA)**. Fires will be visible north of the airfield.
* **Assess** the scale and intensity of the fire.
* Proceed to **Lake Minnewanka** (Closest lake to the East of the Fires) to fill the Firefighting Bucket. Aircraft must be <20ft above ground for at least 3 seconds for the bucket to fill.
* **Fly directly above** the fires to extinguish. Water will be dropped automatically. Approach the fires at low speed.
* **Repeat** until all fires are extinguished.
* **Optional:** Return to Springbank Airport CYBW

</details>

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### MISSION 2: LOS ANGELES REFINERY FIRE <a href="#mission-2-los-angeles-refinery-fire" id="mission-2-los-angeles-refinery-fire"></a>

Los Angeles, known for its sprawling cityscape, is now facing a critical emergency. In this hypothetical scenario, a massive fire has erupted at the large refinery located just south of the city. A CH47D has been dispatched from John Wayne Airport to assist in extinguishing the fire.

Distance to Target: 30nm

Expected Duration: 35 minutes

<details>

<summary>MISSION INSTRUCTIONS</summary>

* **LAUNCH MISSION**
* **Load** the Firefighting Bucket to your aircraft on the EFB - Load Tab.
* **Takeoff** from John Wayne Airport, heading 29&#x30;**° towards waypoint HAWWC.** Use the Handheld GPS (EFB Config Tab) to enter the flight plan.
* **Assess** the scale and intensity of the fire. Find the nearest body of water and fill your tanks. Aircraft must be <20ft above ground for at least 3 seconds for the bucket to fill.
* **Fly directly above** the fires to extinguish them. Water will be dropped automatically. Approach the fires at low speed.
* **Repeat** until all fires are extinguished.
* **Optional:** **Return to KSLI**

</details>

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### MISSION 3: LONDON FIRES <a href="#mission-3-london-fires" id="mission-3-london-fires"></a>

A massive fire has erupted in the heart of London, in a highly densely populated area. Due to the size of the flames and proximity to high-rise buildings, the city has reached out for help. A CH47D has been dispatched from RAF Odiham to assist and extinguish the fire before buildings are compromised.

Distance to Target: 35nm

Expected Duration: 35 minutes

<details>

<summary>MISSION INSTRUCTIONS</summary>

* **LAUNCH MISSION**
* **Load** the Firefighting Bucket to your aircraft on the EFB - Load Tab.
* **Takeoff** from RAF Odiham, heading **towards London City Airport EGLC.** Use the Handheld GPS (EFB Config Tab) to enter the flight plan.
* **Assess** the scale and intensity of the fire. Find the nearest body of water and fill your tanks. Aircraft must be <20ft above ground for at least 3 seconds for the bucket to fill.
* **Fly directly above** the fires to extinguish them. Water will be dropped automatically. Approach the fires at low speed.
* **Repeat** until all fires are extinguished.
* **Optional:** **Return to RAF Odiham**

</details>

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