Manufacturing & Aircraft Conversion
Conair is a trusted manufacturer of emergency response aircraft, creating 16 different aircraft types and converting more than 200 individual aircraft for service around the world.
Currently Under Conversion
Our team of aerospace engineers and skilled technicians design, build, and certify these state-of-the-art airtankers and multi-mission aircraft. Equipped with advanced retardant delivery systems, avionics, and safety features, the aircraft are trusted to support wildfire response worldwide.
We are currently modifying Dash 8-400 commercial aircraft into specialized emergency response airtankers and the Daher TBM 960 into an Air Attack Multi-Mission platform.
Dash 8-400AT
A land-based airtanker, dropping retardant or water from a 10,000-litre tank.
Dash 8-400MRE
The multi-role variant of the Dash 8-400AT, performs multiple functions for crucial airborne missions.
TBM 960 Air Attack
The most advanced tactical Air Attack platform in the world.
A Trusted Air Tractor Dealer
With our own fleet of more than 25 AT802/AT802 Fire Boss Air Tractors providing wildfire response, Conair offers unmatched expertise on this exceptional platform, modifying each unit for improved response as required.
World-Class Reliability
Conair aircraft acquisitions include a full warranty, comprehensive OEM support, no major maintenance for the first 10 years, industry-leading training, and a proven record of global performance and safety.
Each aircraft is also certified by Transport Canada, the only airworthiness authority in the world that specifically addresses the demanding conditions of aerial firefighting, outfitted to the highest standards critical to ensuring safe, reliable, and effective operations.
Experts in After-Market Support
As a team of first responders, and uniquely positioned as both an operator and OEM, we are prepared to respond when the emergency call comes in. This response extends across all facets of our operation, each supporting the other, ready to ensure you have the support you need.
Supported by a Strong Network
We have built strong relationships with our vendors over the years, allowing us to access a comprehensive range of parts and services worldwide to ensure our emergency response aircraft are never grounded when they are needed.
Through this combination of our team and our network, we offer:
- Comprehensive OEM support including engineering and operational expertise
- Aerial firefighting modification fully supported through the aircraft lifecycle
- Large inventory of parts to ensure rapid response and minimal downtime
- Aerial firefighter instruction on type in Conair’s Mission Training System simulator
- Custom retrofit and modifications to customer requirements
- Onsite Repair Teams deployed for on-site support and urgent interventions
- Predictable maintenance scheduling
- Access to technical documentation
- Industry leading training
- Repair assessment and provision