Daher Delivers TBM 960 for Wildfire Air Attack Operations

Two 'birddog' aircraft were delivered to Conair Group Inc. to support wildfire air attack operations in Canada.

Amelia Walsh

Friday, January 31, 2025 at 12:47 PM ET

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Key Takeaways:

Daher Aircraft delivered the first two TBM 960 "birddog" aircraft to Conair Group Inc. for wildfire air attack operations in Canada.
Conair selected the TBM 960 after evaluating 50 aircraft types, citing its advanced technology, reliability, and strong support from Daher.
The new aircraft will replace an aging fleet and offer key advantages for aerial firefighting, including speed, superior visibility, and the ability to fly low and slow for precise drop guidance.

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Daher Aircraft delivered the first two TBM 960 “birddog” aircraft to Conair Group Inc. to support wildfire air attack operations in Canada, the company announced Tuesday.

Conair, a global leader in aerial firefighting, said it selected the TBM 960 after an extensive evaluation of 50 aircraft types. The pressurized, turboprop-powered TBM 960 stood out for its advanced technology, reliability, and strong support from Daher.