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ABOUT US
ABOUT US
Missoula Helitack is a 25- person crew of highly trained firefighters hosted by the Lolo National Forest in Missoula Montana. The crew staffs two platforms, an Airbus H145 and a Bell 407. Our primary mission profiles are initial attack and large fire support, as well as aerial ignition and prescribed fire. If you are interested in becoming a member of our crew please see our employment page.
PLATFORMS
AIRBUS H145
AIRBUS H145
Missoula Helitack was one of two programs chosen in 2024 to host a next generation type 2 helicopter, the Airbus H145. The 145 is a national resource, and responds to fires across the country throughout the fire season.
BELL 407
BELL 407
In addition to the national type 2, we also staff a type 3 helicopter that is primarily located in Missoula and serves as the initial attack platform for the Lolo National Forest.
ORGANIZATION STRUCTURE
1 Base Manager (GS-11 PFT)
2 Superintendents (GS- 9 PFT)
2 Assistant Superintendents (GS- 7/8 PFT)
6 Squad Leaders (GS- 6/7 PFT)
6 Senior Firefighters (GS- 5 PSE 18/8)
10 Seasonal Firefighters (GS- 4 or 5 Temp 1039)
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