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Advanced Aerial Firefighting Sophisticated Detection, Targeting and Suppression metrea.aero info@metrea.aero Metrea has combined its deep expertise in defense technologies and tactics with the latest advancements in aerial firefighting to deliver FIRESWIFT, an innovative and high-performance solution. Equipped with a multispectral EO/IR imaging system, FIRESWIFT captures fire and retardant-drop data to generate mapping and fire growth models that inform response planning. FIRESWIFT combines long loiter endurance, Star- link SBLOS connectivity, and advanced geospatial awareness to serve as a command-and-control (C2) platform, enabling the coordination of aerial and ground assets during initial response. Its sensor suite provides day and night ISR capabilities that further enhance C2 operations. FIRESWIFT is designed for seamless integration into Australia’s unique bushfire environment, combining a strong local maintenance and support network with proven multimission aircraft capabilities. Its ability to operate from short and rough airstrips extends advanced aerial firefighting and intelligence-gathering capabilities to regional and remote areas, while a proven multispectral sensor suite, bespoke mission system, and Starlink’s Australia-wide coverage deliv- er high-quality real-time intelligence and connectivity for incident management teams. CAPABILITY I. Starlink BLOS communications and cloud storage provides national and regional oversight of AFF operations at no additional cost II. High transit speed (240KIAS) and slow drop speed (115KIAS) provides rapid reach and all-weather precision-drop III. DHC-8-300 provides excellent value for money and the safety of twin-engine operations VI. Independent detect, target and engage capability allows both armed overwatch and immediate attack V. Short strip (3500 ft) & rough field capable, highly suitable for island operations and rapid tactical redeployment VI. Advanced EO/IR camera provides fire detection, monitoring, mapping, accurate drop targeting and post-drop assessment V. 1500 USG (5700 litres) payload (water, foam and retardant) for high impact initial direct and indirect attack AIRCRAFT FEATURES