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A Bell Helicopter is not restricted and can carry medical and surveillance teams into fire areas. (Kathleen Woodford/Mineral Independent)
A Bambi Bucket with a pumps sits ready for use next to a Firehawk Helicopter and fuel tanker at the Mineral County Airport. It can carry up to 700 gallons of water. (Kathleen Woodford/Mineral Independent)
The cockpit of a Firehawk Helicopter has room for two pilots. It is a restricted craft and only pilots are allowed inside. (Kathleen Woodford/Mineral Independent)
Inside the Sikorsky S61L Helicopter which carries up to 18 people when equipped with seats. For fire use it’s restricted to just two pilots. (Kathleen Woodford/Mineral Independent)
