Years later, I wanted to make the transition because I realized if I learned the air attack role it would make me a better firefighter on the ground. That was my first flight in a helicopter, and I was hooked after that. I was realizing that this flying stuff is a lot of fun. “My coworker was puking in the back seat, and I had a very large grin on my face in the front seat. One flight specifically, through a tight canyon, sparked his interest. After 15 years in his BC Wildfire Service career, he was drawn to the excitement of flying after his experiences in helicopters at work.
Whether training or actioning a fire, they can be seen and heard for kilometres.įor Jeff Austin, it may be just another day on the job, but the excitement has yet to wear off after 28 seasons in the birddog.įorty-three years ago, Austin started as a wildfire crew member with two boots planted firmly on the fireline. Those who fly for the BC Wildfire Service have some of the most visible jobs in the organization.
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