Erickson wins aerial firefighting services contract from Los Angeles County

Erickson Air-Crane has been awarded a contract by Los Angeles County for the provision of aerial firefighting services and standby availability.

Under the contract, which has an annual value of approximately $2.7m, Erickson will provide personnel, equipment, tools, material, maintenance, and supervision necessary to support operations.

The three-year agreement includes two optional years.

Erickson chief executive officer Udo Rieder said the company partnered with Los Angeles County firefighting agencies to save lives and resources.

Los Angeles County fire chief Daryl L. Osby said, "The Los Angeles County Fire Department is pleased to have secured its second five-year lease agreement with Erickson, as both the fire department and the residents we serve value the exemplary service and commitment to excellence that makes Erickson a leader in aerial firefighting services."

Erickson will also deliver one S-64 helicopter, fitted with the 2,650-gallon fire suppression system, a detachable water tank with multiple refill options and eight coverage levels for targeted fire suppression, as part of the contract.

The Erickson-built versatile S-64 aircrane helitanker as well as an additional S-64 will be stationed at Van Nuys airport, and will be available for fire suppression efforts and urban firefighting.