Aerial firefighting companies' new challenge: Keeping up with demand
1. Wildfire season extends due to increased demand for aerial firefighting. 2. 10 Tanker received a $7.2 billion contract amid rising wildfire threats. 3. Severe wildfires in California damaged over 16,000 structures this year. 4. Companies need to expand fleets to meet year-round demand for firefighting. 5. Demand for water-scooping aircraft is expected to rise due to climate change.