Helos Attending Bush Fire (214Bs and Air Crane)

I found myself very much caught right in the action during a bush fire close to where I live yesterday (Lake Joondalup, Perth, Western Australia) which allowed me to capture some imagery of the helitacks in action - namely a couple of 214Bs and the ceaselessly impressive Air Crane (known here as Marty).

Very impressive to see these highly skilled pilots in action at such close quarters.

Comments more than welcome. Hope you enjoy.

A McDermott Aviation Bell 214B taking on water amougst the reed beds.

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Good series on them!

Nice shots Andrew

Nice shots!

Thanks for the lovely comments - appreciated.