France faces shortage of Canadair firefighting aircraft

Canadair water bombers, in limited numbers, struggle to cover simultaneous wildfires in France.

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The national strategy prioritizes fire prevention, but maintenance reduces the available fleet.

An unprecedented flyover of Fontainebleau this weekend highlights logistical challenges.

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