What is a MAFFS system?
MAFFS are portable fire retardant delivery systems that can be inserted into military C-130 aircraft without major structural modifications to convert them into airtankers when needed. The MAFFS program, created by Congress in the early 1970s, is a joint effort between the U.S. Forest Service and Department of Defense (DoD).
Who flies the MAFFS?
The U.S. Forest Service owns the MAFFS equipment and supplies the fire retardant, while the DoD provides the C-130 H and J model aircraft, flight crews, and maintenance and support personnel to fly the missions. There are a total of 8 MAFFS ready for operational use. The C-130s to fly MAFFS missions are provided by:
How many MAFFS are there in the US?
The U.S. Forest Service owns the MAFFS equipment and supplies the fire retardant, while the DoD provides the C-130 H and J model aircraft, flight crews, and maintenance and support personnel to fly the missions. There are a total of 8 MAFFS ready for operational use.
How long has MAFFS II been in business?
Our premiere MAFFS II systems have been in successful operations for over 10 years, dropping millions of gallons on fires and oil spills both in the United States and abroad. Our mission continues to be offering the cleanest system and most precise drops in the market.
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