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Massive wildfires are sweeping across parts of France and Spain, leading to the evacuation of over 270,000 people. Greece has dispatched two Canadair aircraft to assist Spain in battling the extensive blazes.
A large wildfire that broke out in Mavrata, Kefalonia, near Profitis Ilias, is now subsiding thanks to the efforts of firefighters, volunteers, and a Canadair CL-415 aircraft.
Greece has signed a contract for the upgrade of seven Canadair CL-415 firefighting aircraft, focusing on modernizing their electronic and navigation systems, a step highlighted by Minister Giannis Kefalogiannis for civil protection modernization.
Grecia ha aceptado la petición, ofreciendo dos aviones Canadair CL-415
Greece has finalized a €43 million contract to modernize seven Canadair CL-415 firefighting aircraft, a critical move to bolster the nation's defenses against increasingly destructive wildfire seasons, with the deal overseen by the Minister of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection. The firefighting aircraft fleet is set to receive a key upgrade to enhance its capabilities.
Kefalogiannis informed a parliamentary committee about a public contract plan for the upgrade and modernization of seven Canadair CL-415 aircraft and the AEGIS program, aimed at improving operational effectiveness.
Croatia's Aeronautical Technical Center (ZTC) has delivered its fifth Canadair CL-415 firefighting aircraft to the Croatian Air Force, continuing preparations for the upcoming fire season.
A contract has been signed for the upgrade of seven Canadair CL-415 aircraft, with the first upgraded aircraft expected in 2027. The agreement was made in the presence of the Minister for Climate Crisis and Civil Protection.