Interagency Airtanker Base Directory

1 2013 NFES #2537 Interagency Airtanker Base Directory 1 This Directory is updated and published annually by the USDA Forest Service, National Aviation Office 3833 S. Development Avenue, Boise, Idaho 83705. Questions about, suggested revisions or additions to the content should be directed to the project leader, Patrick Kane, by mail to: 1433 Flightline, Pocatello, Idaho 83204 or by fax to: or by email to: Copies of this publication (NFES # 2537) may be ordered by mail or fax from: National Interagency Fire Center Attention: Great Basin Cache Supply Office Bureau of Land Management 3833 S.

2 Development Avenue Boise, ID 83705 Fax: 208-387-5573 / 5548 Refer to the annual NWCG National Fire Equipment System Catalog Part 2: Publications for ordering procedures and prices. The catalog is posted at This document expires on December 1st 2013 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS title Page Disclaimer / Warning 3 Leadplane Identifiers and Pilot Qualifications 4 Mass Flow Metering Equipment Support 4 MAFFS Specific Information 5 Airtanker Identification 6-18 National Airtanker Base Frequencies 19-23 Airtanker Base Geographic Areas (Map and List) 24-28 Base Directory Format 29-30 Heavy Airtanker Bases (Alphabetically) 31-98 SEAT Only Bases (Alphabetically)

3 99-145 3 DISCLAIMER This Directory is intended to aid wild land fire managers, pilots, and contractors in the use of Airtanker base facilities. This Directory is not intended to supersede any regulations, authority, local procedures, Federal Aviation Administration regulations, laws of any entity, common sense, or the authority of the Pilot in Command. It is the responsibility of the user to check the accuracy of the information in this Directory . No assumption of accuracy is implied or inferred for information in this Directory .

4 WARNING Runway weight bearing strength listed in this Directory does not imply that all airtankers at or below that weight may operate from that airport. Unless otherwise specified, limit is for most suitable runway only and does not include additional runways, taxiways or ramp areas. Other limitations may be imposed based on aircraft performance, weather and airport restrictions. The final authority for legal and safe flight rests with the Pilot in Command. 4 LEADPLANE PILOTS, IDENTIFIERS AND QUALIFICATIONS STATUS The current leadplane pilots, idenifiers and qualifications list is available at the following website: MASS FLOW METERING EQUIPMENT SUPPORT Many Airtanker bases utilize mass flow metering devices to determine the weight in pounds of fire retardant chemicals or water delivered to the Airtanker .

5 Mass flow meters enhance safety and provide a method of measurement for payment under the National Full Service Retardant Contract. National assistance and support of the Mass Flow Meter Program is available from the San Dimas Technology and Development Center. Contact: Armando Sanchez 909-599-1267 x 293 909-592-2309 fax Mechanical Engineering Technician USDA Forest Service San Dimas Technology and Development Center 444 East Bonita Avenue San Dimas, CA 91773 5 MAFFS SPECIFIC INFORMATION The MAFFS are managed through a central military command and control office (Air Expeditionary Group or AEG ) located in Boise, Idaho.

6 For all MAFFS issues contact the MAFFS AEG at: Phone (208) 422-3426 Fax (208) 422-3418 Email MAFFS C-130 aircraft use military-specific weight bearing capacity calculations that may differ from FAA and agency numbers. The MAFFS rating is for Single Tandem (ST) gear which is not equivalent to dual. The military maintains separate approval letters as needed. MAFFS tanker bases are surveyed and approved by the military. The approval levels include the following: R Reload approved for loading retardant using existing pits.

7 H Hub approved for loading using existing pits and may also be used for overnight and staging of maintenance and support. F Full Activation approved for loading using existing pits and may also be used for overnight and staging of maintenance and support. Additionally, this location may be used to set up MAFFS-specific temporary pits and set up larger operating facilities 6 Airtanker IDENTIFICATION WARNING: This information is for aircraft identification and familiarization only. Data provided is typical for each make and model but does not necessarily apply to any specific Airtanker .

8 This data must not be used for load calculations. Specific performance data is contained in each aircraft's flight manual. Final authority for legal and safe flight is the Pilot In Command. 7 KEY TO Airtanker DATA WINGSPAN: The length of the wing from wingtip to wingtip, in feet, as specified in the aircraft manual. LENGTH: The length, in feet, of the fuselage from the tail section to the nose of the aircraft as specified in the aircraft manual. TURN RADIUS: As listed in the aircraft flight manual the distance, in feet, the aircraft's outboard wingtip will travel with the steering control fully deflected.

9 WHEEL BASE: The distance in feet between the main landing gear centerlines. GEAR: The configuration of the main landing gear tire(s) / wheel(s); S = Single wheel type, D = Dual wheel type. CRUISE SPEED: The distance the aircraft will travel in one hour in a (no wind) cruise configuration given in knots. MAXIMUM TAKEOFF WEIGHT: The maximum weight, as listed in the aircraft manual that the Airtanker can weigh for takeoff. MAXIMUM LANDING WEIGHT: As listed in the aircraft manual, the maximum weight at which the Airtanker may land.

10 ZERO FUEL WEIGHT: The maximum permissible weight of a loaded aircraft (Crew/Pax/Cargo/etc.) less its fuel. All weights in excess of maximum zero fuel weight must consist of usable fuel. CONTRACT OPERATING WEIGHT: The average operating weight of the Airtanker with the contract load of fire retardant and 21/2 hours of fuel. RETARDANT LOAD GALLONS: The amount of fire retardant, in gallons, that the aircraft will carry based on contract requirements. FPT WHEEL LOAD: The wheel loading, in pounds per square inch that the main gear exerts upon a surface.