TECHNOLOGY
Coulson is a global leader in aerial firefighting, revolutionizing the industry with innovative technology and pioneering nighttime fire suppression. Through advanced systems and real-time data, we enhance firefighting precision and effectiveness, continuously redefining wildfire response worldwide.
Revolutionizing Wildfire Response
Coulson is a global leader in aerial firefighting, setting new industry standards with proprietary technology and operational innovations. Our pioneering work in nighttime fire suppression has transformed wildfire response, enabling safer, more effective, continuous firefighting. Through advanced night vision, sensor systems, and real-time data analytics, we enhance situational awareness, precision drops, and mission effectiveness. As the first to conduct large-scale nighttime aerial firefighting, Coulson continues to redefine wildfire response worldwide.
Night Aerial Firefighting
Coulson combines thousands of flight hours of nighttime aerial fire suppression experience with night vision goggle (NVG) technology, an ecosystem of aerial assets, and industry leading procedural innovation to successfully battle fire at night. Our unmatched safety and reliability help agencies gain the upper hand after the sun sets and fires slow down.
EmberWorks
EmberWorks connects Coulson’s operational experience with engineering, science, and emerging technology to develop new capabilities for aviation and emergency response. Beginning with aerial firefighting and wildfire resilience, EmberWorks takes ideas from operational need through development, integration, and real-world testing, creating solutions designed to perform where they matter most.
SafeFuel
SafeFuel brings fuel quality assurance onboard the aircraft, giving crews greater visibility into fuel condition before flight. Designed around the realities of aviation operations, the system continuously monitors for potential fuel contamination and provides actionable information that helps operators identify concerns early, reduce risk, and make more informed decisions.
Retardant Aerial Delivery
The Coulson’s internal tank Retardant Aerial Delivery System (RADS) is the first system of its kind to receive FAA approval. Available for the CH-47 Chinook, C-130 Hercules, and 737 FireLinerTM aircraft, RADS and is the most widely used, highest-volume tanking system for both Large AirTankers (LATs) and Helitankers currently operating worldwide.
Coulson Fire Retardant
Coulson Fire Retardant combines advanced chemistry with decades of aerial firefighting and retardant delivery experience to develop next-generation suppression solutions. Beginning with CFR HALO, the program is focused on improving burn resistance, coverage, consistency, aircraft compatibility, operational efficiency, and crew safety, bringing real-world operational insight to every stage of development.