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Flight-Ready Innovation

At Coulson Aviation, we lead the way in aerial firefighting innovation, with a proven ability to respond to wildfires around the clock. Our experienced crews and versatile fleet are equipped to operate in the world’s most challenging environments. From advanced night-vision firefighting to proprietary aircraft technology, we deliver unmatched capability and precision.

Aerial Firefighting

Coulson Aviation sets the global standard in aerial firefighting. As the only company operating both fixed-wing aircraft and Type 1 helicopters, we bring unmatched capability, advanced technology, and experienced crews to wildfire response efforts around the world—24/7.

Aerial Firefighting

Manufacturing

Driven by innovation, Coulson Aviation supports aerial firefighting and heavy-lift missions with custom-designed components and specialized aircraft modifications. Our expert in-house team ensures every part meets the highest standards of precision, performance, and reliability.

Manufacturing Capabilities

Heavy Lift

As a global leader in precision aviation, Coulson Aviation delivers advanced communication systems and mission-ready aircraft solutions built for safety, efficiency, and performance—no matter the environment or challenge.

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Certifications

  • TCCA Approved Maintenance Organization 140-90
  • Air Operator Certificate AOC No. 6316
  • AS9100D and ISO 9001:2015 Certificate Number CERT-0148772
  • TCCA Approved Training Organization TC 2024-01-1185
  • Controlled Goods Program Certificate no. 22239
    IS-BAO
  • FAA 14 CFR Part 91 Operating Certificate: 7COJWP11 & 2VLJWP19
  • FAA 14 CFR Part 125 Operating Certificate : CULB617R
  • FAA 14 CFR Part 133 Operating Certificate : 7CUL207C
  • FAA 14 CFR Part 137 Operating Certificate : 7CUG207C
  • FAA 14 CFR Part 145 Repair Station Cert. No.: 7CUR207C
  • CAS Part 42 CAMO
  • CASA Part 135 Air operator Certificate AOC# CASA.AOC.0153
  • CASA Part 138 Air operator Certificate AOC# 138AWK.0130
  • CASA Part 145 AMO

Prepared in the air. Trained on the ground.

Explore how Coulson trains the next generation of aerial firefighting crews with the same precision, innovation, and standards we bring to every mission.

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Coulson Aviation - Canada
4890 Cherry Creek Road,
Port Alberni, B.C.
Canada V9Y 8E9
250-724-7600
Coulson Aviation - United States
56850 Higgins Drive,
Thermal, CA, 92274
United States
250-724-7600
Coulson Aviation - Australia
Hangar 616
7 Comper Street
Bankstown Airport, NSW 2200
Australia
+61 2 9873 0077
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