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Drone Incident Grounds Canadian Super Scooper During LA Wildfire Response

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Drone Incident Grounds Canadian Super Scooper During LA Wildfire Response

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  • A Canadian CL-415 Super Scooper plane was grounded following a collision with a civilian drone during wildfire response efforts in Los Angeles.
  • The Super Scooper, designed to collect over 1,500 gallons of water, landed safely despite wing damage.
  • Los Angeles Fire Department officials warned that drone operation near firefighting sites violates federal law, risking up to 12 months in prison or $75,000 fines.
  • At least five wildfires have devastated the LA area, resulting in 10 fatalities and the destruction of over 10,000 structures.
  • Canadian Super Scoopers had been conducting multiple flights daily to assist in firefighting operations.

For the full article, visit The Daily Beast.

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