Nova Scotia Secures $25M Deal with Airbus for New Wildfire Helicopters

The province will replace its current fleet with upgraded Airbus H125 helicopters to enhance firefighting and emergency response capabilities.

The agreement includes four new helicopters to replace the existing fleet used for water bombing.
Trade-in or sale of the current helicopters will help offset the cost of the new aircraft.
The first delivery of the new helicopters is expected by next summer.
A joint $25.6-million agreement with Ottawa supports the purchase and includes funding for training and firefighting equipment.
Helicopters offer greater versatility than fixed-wing aircraft, crucial for Nova Scotia's varied landscape and emergency needs.