Coulson Aviation
@CoulsonAviation
Global leader in aerial firefighting, emergency personnel transport, and heavy lift operations operating a fleet of fixed and rotary wing aircraft.
Wishing a safe and happy Fourth of July to all those celebrating - especially the crews and partners keeping watch during peak fire season. Thanks to Air Classics Magazine for the photo of the Philippine! 🎆 #coulsonaviation #happyfourth
After travelling more than 7,000 miles across the Pacific, the third former RNZAF C-130 has officially touched down in Thermal, California. Reunited with her two other sister kiwi birds already at the Coulson hangar. #CoulsonAviation #C130 #RNZAF #AerialFirefighting
Just a training drop? Not when it’s the 737 FireLiner. Watch how the Coulson Crew brings the same focus and intensity to training as we do to the mission - because getting it right in training sets the tone for the real thing. #coulsonaviation #b737 #aerialfirefighting
Hop in for a ride-along with the Coulson Crew aboard Tanker 132 on a training mission. From cockpit to drop zone, get a first-hand look at what it takes to prep for fire season. #coulsonaviation #training
Night winch recert? ✅ Coulson’s Bell 412 teams trained alongside @NSWRFS to stay sharp, safe, and mission-ready, day or night. #coulsonaviation #aerialfirefighting #nightops #b412
Coulson CH-47 Helitankers in action on the Archer & Rancho Fires in California. Built for the mission, backed by the best crews in the air. #coulsonaviation #ch47 #aerialfirefighting 📸: p.e.s.t.o & bd_fpi via instagram
What makes Coulson’s C-130 drops so effective? It starts with the RADS-XXL. Take a quick look under the wing, then head to YouTube for the full walkaround: youtu.be/l4FMJI5mKqw #coulsonaviation #c130 #aerialfirefighting
The work is critical. The view? Unmatched. 🎥 Tanker 137 over France Canyon, delivering a drop just as the sun dipped below the ridge. Thanks to IG user jackson1metcalf for this clip! #coulsonaviation #aerialfirefighting
There’s just something about a Hercules in action. Tanker 138 made a clean, powerful drop supporting the Wolf Fire in California on June 28. Big thanks to IG user wysserman for the epic shot! #coulsonaviation #c130 #aerialfirefighting #wolffire
Quite the dynamic duo. Tanker 137 and @NSWRFS Bomber 210 recently partnered up in McClellan to support suppression operations - proof that aerial coordination makes a big impact. Thanks to Mike S. for the photo! #coulsonaviation #aerialfirefighting
Tanker 137 & Tanker 138 took on the Lake Fire July 2, delivering critical support from above. Thanks to IG user jplusonephoto for the ground-level look at the action. #coulsonaviation #lakefire #aerialfirefighting
No layovers. Just lift-offs, load-ups, and line drops. #holyairball #airtankerlife #coulsonaviation
On June 22, Tanker 138 supported the Forsyth Fire with three drops over the course of the day. Steady hands, skilled crew, and one hardworking airtanker. #coulsoncrew #aerialfirefighting #forsythfire
Tanker 138 hit the Wolf Fire Monday, painting the ridgeline red. Shoutout to IG user firephotogirl for the ground-level glimpse of aerial firefighting in action. #coulsonaviation #aerialfirefighting #wolffire
Happy Canada Day from the Coulson Crew! Our reach is global but our roots are Canadian. Grateful for where it all began. #coulsonaviation #canadaday
The Coulson Hercs are heading to the Turkey Fire near Prescott, AZ, sparked earlier today by a lightning strike. Grateful for the aerial support and all the crews working to contain the fire. Stay safe out there! #coulsonaviation #coulsoncrew #c130
Coulson Aviation USA’s fleet is expanding! Over the last month we welcomed the first two New Zealand C-130’s as well as this Citation 560 that’s already been inducted for maintenance, to be upgraded for fire support operations #coulsonaviation #aerialfirefighting #fleetexpansion
Tanker 137 and Tanker 138 side by side in Cedar City, Utah. Two powerful platforms, one mission. Both capable of delivering 4,000 gallons, the 737 Fireliner and C-130 exemplify the strength and versatility of Coulson’s unmatched aerial firefighting fleet. #T137 #T138
Earlier this month, T-138 supported suppression efforts on the #applegatefire - hitting tough terrain with precision drops to support crews on the ground. Thanks to IG user Valleyavphoto for the photos! 🔥✈️ #coulsonaviation #aerialfirefighting
Already on contract with BCWS, but here’s a look at the weekend work that got the S-61 ready: ✅ New gearbox ✅ Test flights ✅ Ready for the season ahead #coulsonaviation #s61 #aerialfirefighting