Aircrew disembark the Avro RJ-85 Air Tanker as it arrives at RAAF Base Edinburgh. *** Local Caption *** The ADF has provided logistic support to SA Country Fire Service-contracted firefighting aircraft at RAAF Base Edinburgh following the outbreak of devastating bushfires.
The firefighting aircraft included a C-130Q Hercules – Air Tanker, an Avro RJ-85 – Air Tanker and a Gulfstream Aero Commander AC690 – Air Attack aircraft.
The task, which commenced on from Sunday, January 4th 2015, followed a formal request facilitated by Emergency Management Australia (EMA), which manages and coordinates national support provided to the States and Territories.