Bombardier CL-415
The Bombardier CL-415 is a modernized variant of the famous Canadair CL-215. It's a twin-turboprops amphibious aircraft used for water bombing. Some are used for maritime patrol.
Bombardier CL-415 | |
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Italian Bombardier CL-415. | |
Role | Water bomber |
National origin | Canada |
Manufacturer | Bombardier |
First flight | 1993 |
Introduction | 1994 |
Status | Active |
Primary user | Canada |
Users
It is used in Canada, Croatia, France, Greece, Italy, Malaysia, Morocco, Spain, and the USA.
Bombardier CL-415 Media
A Spanish Air Force CL-415, showing its 4 underbelly doors opened.
Italian Vigili del Fuoco refilling near Alghero, spilling excess water through underwing overflow ports
Croatian Air Force CL-415 right before refilling in Živogošće
Two Hellenic Air Force CL-415 refilling off the coast of Atlit to fight the 2010 Mount Carmel forest fire
French Sécurité Civile CL-415 dropping water