Viking Air CL-415 Super Scooper
Summary
| Category | Transport aircraft |
| Origin country | 🇨🇦 Canada |
| First flight | 6 December 1993 |
| Year of introduction | 1994 |
| Number produced | 95 units |
Description
The Viking Air CL-415 is a military aircraft that has been developed for firefighting missions. It is a Canadian-built amphibious aircraft designed to operate in various terrains. The CL-415 is a twin-engine turboprop aircraft with a high-wing configuration. It features a reinforced structure and advanced water scooping capabilities, allowing it to scoop water from lakes or seas to fight fires. The aircraft has proven to be effective in combatting forest fires and assisting in disaster response efforts. It is deployed in different countries around the world, providing vital support to firefighting operations and serving as a valuable asset in ensuring public safety.
Technical specifications
| Version: CL-415 | |
|---|---|
| Maximum speed | 359 km/h (223 mph) |
| Wing area | 100 m² (1076.4 sqft) |
| Wingspan | 28.4 m (93.1 ft) |
| Height | 8.9 m (29.3 ft) |
| Length | 20 m (65.6 ft) |
| Service ceiling | 4481 m (14701 ft) |
| Empty weight | 12882 kg (28400 lbs) |
| Max. takeoff weight | 19890 kg (43850 lbs) |
| Climb rate | 8.1 m/s (26.6 ft/s) |
| Takeoff distance | 838 m (2749 ft) |
| Powerplant | 2 × turboprops Pratt & Whitney Canada PW123AF delivering 1775 kW |
Current operating countries
| Country | Units | ||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Greece | 1 | |
Numbers in parentheses, e.g. '(+5)', indicate units ordered but not yet delivered.
Photo of CL-415 Super Scooper
Credits: Maarten Visser