Neptune Aviation is the most reliable and innovative aerial firefighting company in the nation. As the primary provider of large airtanker services to the United States Forest Service for more than 25 years, Neptune Aviation has proven to be an invaluable partner. Neptune Aviation employs a proficient cadre of A&P mechanics, FAA certificated repairmen and pilots who meticulously maintain and operate a fleet of 9 BAe 146 firefighting aircraft.
Unwavering in our commitment to recurrent training and quality assurance, and adhering to the most stringent safety standards in the industry, Neptune Aviation is proud to serve our nation's ground wildfire crews as the undisputed leader in the aerial firefighting industry.
Unwavering in our commitment to recurrent training and quality assurance, and adhering to the most stringent safety standards in the industry, Neptune Aviation is proud to serve our nation's ground wildfire crews as the undisputed leader in the aerial firefighting industry.
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Neptune operates a fleet of 9 modern BAe 146 aircraft equipped with the Active Response drop system capable of delivering a payload of 3,000 gallons of fire retardant. Neptune's fleet of BAe Airtankers boasts an unbeatable combination of slow flight characteristics and high cruising speed, as well as outstanding maneuverability.
Neptune Yesterday
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Neptune Aviation was founded in 1993 as the result of the purchase of Black Hills Aviation in Alamogordo, New Mexico. Shortly thereafter, operations were moved to Missoula, Montana. For more than two decades, Neptune utilized the Lockheed Martin P-2V Neptune to perform aerial firefighting missions for the U.S. Forest Service and various State agencies.
Neptune Today
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Since its inception, Neptune has been successful in acquiring airtanker contracts with the US Forest Service. Neptune has proven to be an invaluable partner with the United States Forest Service, not only providing the majority of firefighting aircraft over the past 25 years, but fearlessly pursuing the research and development of a Next Generation aircraft.
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In additional to servicing its own aircraft, Neptune Aviation offers world class maintenance services to individual, business, charter and government aircraft owners. Neptune Aviation is a FAA Part 145 Certified Repair Station (FAA CRS NI6R011N) that delivers quality services so that downtimes are minimized, costs are competitive and quality is second to none.
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Neptune Aviation Charter operates out of Missoula, Montana. Let us know where you want to travel, when you want to go, and how many people are in your group. No complicated contracts, just straightforward, professional service. It's that easy. With of a fleet of 3 aircraft - a Falcon 50, Falcon 100, and King Air B100, Neptune has the perfect aircraft for flights in the region or around the country.
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