Slovenia acquires four air tractors, second Spartan on the way

Slovenia has enhanced its firefighting capabilities by acquiring four air tractors and is expecting the delivery of a second Spartan aircraft. The government has invested over 23 million euros in these aircraft, which are equipped to handle larger fires both domestically and internationally. The Administration for Protection and Rescue has established a specialized aerial firefighting unit, with two air tractors already operational and two more undergoing registration. The Ministry of Defense highlights the increased water capacity of these aircraft compared to helicopters. Slovenian pilots are being trained to operate these aircraft independently by next year, with additional training and infrastructure development ongoing. The rapid establishment of this firefighting fleet is considered a significant achievement by international experts.

Slovenia acquires four air tractors, second Spartan on the way

Slovenia has enhanced its aerial firefighting capabilities by acquiring four Air Tractor aircraft, with two already operational and two more undergoing registration. The government has also invested in additional firefighting equipment and plans to upgrade the Air Tractors to amphibious versions. The Ministry of Defense, led by Marjan Šarec, has secured funding for these acquisitions, totaling over 23 million euros. The country is also preparing for the arrival of a second Spartan aircraft, expected by the end of the year. Slovenian pilots are undergoing training to operate these aircraft independently, with full operational readiness anticipated in the coming years. The rapid establishment of this firefighting fleet has been recognized as a significant achievement by international experts.

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