Heatwave

SAFETY. PRECISION. POWER.

HEATWAVE IS COMING

Engineered
for Excellence

Heatwave Amphibious Scooping Floats are engineered for the Air Tractor 802, offering unmatched safety, performance, and reliability for aerial firefighting operations. Built to withstand the harshest conditions, these floats combine advanced materials with innovative design to ensure efficient water intake, smooth handling, and enhanced operational safety. Designed from the ground up for initial rapid attack missions, Heatwave floats deliver industry-leading durability and precision for pilots who face the challenge of fighting wildfires.

KEY FEATURES

Enhanced Pilot Safety:
Increased safety on water with improved rudder control and elimination of dangerous scooping handling (e.g., porpoise/pilot-induced oscillation).

Advanced Composite Construction:
Built using Aerocet's carbon fiber e-glass hybrid composite, which eliminates hull corrosion and ensures durability proven over millions of operating hours.

Optimized Hydrodynamics:
Single-scoop design reduces drag and improves water handling for efficient and effective operations.

Improved Landing Gear:
Features oleo nose landing gear for smoother landings, safer ground operation, and enhaned braking power.

Ease of Maintenance:
Clean, lightweight floats with accessible rigging simplify upkeep and reduce operational downtime.

Versatility in Water Conditions:
Excels in both rough and smooth water environments with molded-in boarding steps and a design tailored for aerial firefighting missions.

High Performance and Load Capacity:
Industry-leading useful load of over 7,100 lbs, with a rate of climb at 1,060 ft/min and a maximum cruise speed of 150 KTAS at 10,000 ft.

Corrosion-Free Durability:
No rivets or aluminum hulls to corrode, with easy-to-use aerospace-grade materials for long-term reliability.

Forgiving Platform:
Designed to accommodate pilots of all experience levels, ensuring safety and ease of use.