CL-415 Canadair Silhouette

The major differences of the CL-415 with its predecessor CL-215, are substantial although only visible in close range, and include:

* Modern, new generation cockpit, with liquid crystals displays (LCD), as in most modern commercial planes.
* Turboprop engines, combined with modern airfoil propellers, resulting in spectacular increase of performance, maneuverability and flight safety in the demanding environment of Aerial Fire fighting
* Modern navigation and communication devices.
* Aerodynamic aids that optimize the plane’s efficiency, especially in low altitude.
* Hydraulic assisted control yokes
* Larger lifting capacity, which, combined with the increased speed and climb rate, allow for more water drops per unit of time.
* New, electronically controlled water release system, with 4 doors, which can be released all at once or sequentiall,y ensuring the best ground coverage depending the circumstances
* Improved mixing system for fire retarding agent.