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English > Fighting Fires > Smokejumpers
Smokejumpers are often the first firefighters to a fire, and sometimes are the only ones in remote situations. They often end up in more rugged terrain, which is more challenging than being a normal firefighter. Smokejumpers have to be specially trained and conditioned for the job that, at times, can be more dangerous than regular firefighting. Please browse the sections below for more information on smokejumpers:
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About Modern Day Smokejumping One of the most glamorous, exciting, and physically challenging jobs is smokejumping. When a wildfire starts in a remote area, smokejumpers are the first ones there; they parachute... (read more) |
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The History of Smokejumping During the early stages of the forest service, in 1918, the Chief Forester of the US Forest Service contacted the US Army Air Service (later known as the Army Air Corps), because he was interested in using airplanes as a better way to spot fires. They decided that... (read more)
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Smokejumping Aircraft Smokejumpers use specially equipped airplanes for smokejumping, and the most common aircraft are Douglas DC-3's, and DH-6 Twin Otters. Below is information... (read more)
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