CAL FIRE King Air 200
CAL FIRE King Air 200
Intel 641 is CAL FIRE’s first IAA aircraft, delivering rapid, heat-sensing aerial intelligence statewide. It supports tactical decisions for fire response and other emergencies.
Mission
CAL FIRE Intel 641 is a high-tech aircraft that can reach anywhere in California in just over two hours. It’s CAL FIRE’s first dedicated “eyes in the sky” platform, designed to give crews on the ground a clearer picture of what’s happening during emergencies. Equipped with advanced heat-sensing and imaging cameras, CAL FIRE Intel 641 can spot and map fires—even through smoke—and gather other important visual information from the air. Sensor Operators from CAL FIRE’s Remote Sensing Program use this data to quickly create maps, updates, and reports that help incident commanders and crews make informed decisions in real time. This powerful tool is used for tactical decision-making to support the firefighters on the front line, in addition to providing information for other emergencies and conducting research to improve safety across the state.
Original Owner
United State Army.
Acquired by CAL FIRE
In Service operationally for CAL FIRE since 2010.