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Milano, Italy – 19th September 2024 – Avincis, Europe’s largest and leading aerial emergency service operator, successfully concluded the PMAX (Period of Maximum Effort) of the summer firefighting season at the end of August. Over the 62-day period, the dedicated fleet of Canadair 415 firefighting aircraft operated by Avincis logged an impressive 4,000 flight hours, conducted 1,500 missions, and carried out 15,000 drops, deploying a total of 92 million litres of water, tirelessly combating forest fires across various regions.

Operating from their six bases at Ciampino Airport, Lamezia Terme, Genova, Olbia, Trapani and , Avincis maintained 100% operational availability of the 15 Canadair aircraft, ensuring they were ready to respond immediately to any wildfire emergencies, with two successfully completed rescEU (European Civil Protection Mechanism) missions in Albania and Greece.

This operational excellence reflects the dedication of Avincis’ highly-trained pilots, operation coordinators, technicians and engineers, who work together to protect both communities and the environment.

“Reaching the end of the PMAX with such outstanding results is a testament to the relentless commitment of our team,” said Roberto Marcolini​​​​, Managing Director Fixed Wing Avincis Italy. “Our teams have maintained 100% aircraft and crew availability every day, thanks to the commitment of 100 pilots, 105 technicians, 25 engineers, and 20 logistics and support staff, making these significant achievements possible. We are proud to have contributed saving communities and protecting the environment across Europe during this critical period.”

With home territories in Spain, Italy, Norway, Sweden, Portugal, and Finland, and extended operations in Chile and Mozambique, Avincis is a trusted global provider of helicopter emergency medical services (HEMS), aerial search and rescue operations (SAR), and aerial firefighting missions (AFF). Its firefighting fleet includes helicopters, planes, and proprietary unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), positioning the company at the forefront of both fire prevention and suppression from the air.

In addition to water-dropping missions, Avincis delivers ground firefighter transportation, mission coordination, and real-time imaging to control centers, empowering authorities with critical, on-the-ground support. This exceptional expertise has been instrumental in safeguarding lives, homes, and natural landscapes.

As Europe and other regions continue to face increasing wildfire threats, Avincis remains committed to innovation and operational excellence in its mission to save lives, protect communities, and safeguard the environment.

About Avincis:

Avincis is one of the world’s leading Aerial Emergency Services operators, providing emergency aviation services to the civil sector to save lives, safeguard communities and protect the environment. With a fleet of more than 220 aircraft, Avincis counts on a team of more than 2,400 courageous and talented professionals, including highly experienced pilots, crews and technicians. Avincis has bases in Spain, Portugal, Italy, Norway, Sweden, and Finland, as well as operations in Mozambique and Chile.