Crash, Fire & Rescue News
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LAX and VNY Remove Forever Chemicals from Firefighting Fleet
Los Angeles World Airports is removing firefighting foam containing PFAS from its firefighting vehicles at LAX and VNY.
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Understanding The Striker® Volterra™ EV Battery Capabilities
Oshkosh lays out the capabilities and reliability of the Striker® Volterra™ electric Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) vehicles.
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Groupe ADP Purchases Four Electric ARFF Vehicles
Oshkosh has sold its first fully electric ARFF vehicles in Europe to Groupe ADP for use at Paris–Le Bourget Airport (LBG).
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US: $110 Million to Improve Safety and Efficiency at 71 Airports
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has awarded an additional 110 million USD in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding to 71 airports.…
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5 Ways to Optimize ARFF Vehicle Maintenance
Oshkosh highlights 5 ways to properly maintain your ARFF vehicle to guarantee it’s ready to perform when called to an emergency.
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The Evolution of the Striker® ARFF in Airport Fire Rescue
Oshkosh walks through the evolution of the Striker® ARFF and the company's journey to excellence in the Airport Fire Rescue industry.
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4 Reasons the HRET is a Game-Changing Feature on ARFF Vehicles
The HRET provides ARFF firefighters with countless benefits to enhance any aircraft rescue and emergency response experience on the runway. …
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Understanding NFPA Codes and Standards
Oshkosh explains why these NFPA guidelines matter and how you can contribute to improving the safety of the airport fire industry.
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South Metro Fire Rescue and Centennial Airport Upgrade Fleet
South Metro Fire Rescue and Centennial Airport have bolstered their emergency response capabilities with two Oshkosh ARFF vehicles.
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DFW Orders Six Oshkosh ARFF Hybrid Electric Vehicles
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) has ordered six Oshkosh Striker Volterra hybrid-electric ARFF vehicles.
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Oshkosh to Supply Hybrid Electric ARFF Vehicles at Western Sydney International
Airservices Australia has ordered four Oshkosh Striker Volterra 6x6 ARFF hybrid electric vehicles for Western Sydney International Airport.
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Oshkosh Striker Production: A Visit to Oshkosh Airport Products
Ready to purchase a new ARFF truck? Learn about the Oshkosh Striker and what to expect from a visit to the Oshkosh facility.
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ARFF Vehicle Turrets for Fire Suppression
A wide range of fires inside & outside the fuselage, as well as ground fires can be successfully extinguished with Oshkosh ARFF vehicles.
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KCIA Secures Purchase Order for Oshkosh Striker Volterra
KCIA has signed a purchase agreement for the revolutionary Striker® Volterra™ 6x6 Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting hybrid electric vehicle.
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11 Features of the Striker® Volterra™ Electric ARFF Truck
Oshkosh is proud to be a pioneer in the electrification of the firefighting sector with the development of its Striker Volterra ARFF truck.
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Oshkosh Hosts Firefighters for Final Inspection of Striker ARFF 6x6
Oshkosh had the pleasure of hosting a crew of firefighters from North Okaloosa Fire District for an inspection of their Striker ARFF 6x6.
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ARFF Foam Testing and Environmental Impact
The Oshkosh ECO EFP™ testing system tests the foam proportioning system on ARFF vehicles to determine if it is operating properly.
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Arizona Airport Takes Delivery of an Oshkosh Striker
Grand Canyon West Airport in Arizona has taken delivery of an Oshkosh® Airport Products Striker® 4x4 ARFF vehicle.
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Orlando International Airport Orders 2 Rosenbauer ARFF Vehicles
Orlando International Airport (MCO) has purchased two new Rosenbauer Panther Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) vehicles.
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Electric Vehicle Technology and Why it Matters
Oshkosh gives a brief breakdown of different kinds of electric-based vehicle systems, stressing the importance of the move to electric power…
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Independent Suspensions in ARFF Vehicle Design
Oshkosh argues the case for always incorporating Independent Suspensions when designing Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting vehicles.
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Long Beach Airport Deploys New Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighting Vehicle
Long Beach Airport (LGB) has purchased a new Oshkosh Striker 6X6 Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighting (ARFF) vehicle.
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Recent Advancements of the Oshkosh Snozzle HRET
Oshkosh details recent innovations of its Oshkosh Snozzle - High Reach Extendable Turret (HRET), a powerful firefighting tool.
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ZIEGLER to Deliver World's First Hybrid ARFF to Cranfield Airport
ZIEGLER Group will supply the world’s first hybrid aircraft rescue and firefighting (ARFF) vehicle to Cranfield Airport in Bedfordshire, UK.
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Water, Foam, and Dry Chemical for ARFF Fire Suppression
In addition to using the necessary fire trucks and equipment, correct firefighting agents must be used depending on the type of fire being s…
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Four Oshkosh Striker ARFF Vehicles Delivered to the Bahamas
Oshkosh Airport Products has delivered four Striker 4x4 ARFF vehicles in The Bahamas to support operations at four international airports.
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NFPA 414 Testing: How does Oshkosh Airport Products Test ARFF Trucks?
Learn how Oshkosh Airport Products conducts tests to ensure the Oshkosh Striker® vehicles are manufactured to comply with NFPA 414 standards…
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Yellowknife Airport Takes Delivery of Oshkosh Striker 6x6 ARFF Vehicle
Yellowknife Airport, located in Canada’s Northwest Territories, has taken delivery of an Oshkosh Airport Products Striker 6x6 ARFF vehicle.
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London Oxford Airport Upgrades Fire and Rescue Service
London Oxford Airport has commenced the New Year with a significant upgrade of its Rescue and Fire Fighting Services (RFFS) to Category 6.
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Isle of Man Government Receives Three Oshkosh Striker 6x6 ARFF Vehicles
The new Oshkosh Strikers were delivered in early December, 2021, and support operations at the Isle of Man Airport (IOM).
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BLR Airport Commissions Rosenbauer Firefighting Simulator
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) has become the first Airport in South Asia to commission a Rosenbauer Tactical Simulator.
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Mallaghan Unveils New 6x6 Fire Rescue Stair at Dubai Airshow
Ground support equipment manufacturer Mallaghan has unveiled its newest range of Fire Rescue Stair, the 6x6 at the Dubai Airshow.
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Oshkosh Airport Products ‘Road Rally’ Sets Off For Next Wave of Events
Oshkosh Airport Products, announced today the next stops in the 2021 Road Rally featuring the revolutionary new Striker® Volterra™ ARFF vehi…
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Oshkosh Airport Products North American ‘Road Rally’ to Showcase Striker Volterra
Crews at airports across North America will learn about the revolutionary new Striker Volterra ARFF hybrid electric vehicle from Oshkosh.
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Hawaii Airports Take Delivery of Eight Oshkosh Striker ARFF Vehicles
Oshkosh Airport Products has completed delivery of eight Striker® ARFF vehicles to fire departments across airport of Hawaii.
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Oshkosh Introduces the Volterra Platform of Electric ARFF Vehicles
Oshkosh Corporation has introduced the revolutionary Volterra™ platform of electric vehicles for the airport fire and emergency market.
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Oshkosh Secures First Order for the New Striker ARFF Vehicle
Oshkosh Airport Products has announced that it has secured its first order for the new Striker ARFF vehicle, which was introduced in January…
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Frankfurt Airport’s New Fire Station 1 Now Operational
Following nearly two and a half years of construction, Frankfurt Airport’s new fire station 1 went into operation in February 2021.
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Oshkosh Introduces Upgraded Features on Striker ARFF Vehicle
While retaining its remarkable legacy features, the new Oshkosh Striker ARFF vehicle maximizes innovation in the runway response industry.
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Phoenix Fire Department at Sky Harbor Adds Oshkosh Striker 8x8 to Fleet
The Phoenix Fire Department’s new Striker 8x8 ARFF vehicle from Oshkosh is fully prepared with firefighting agent capacity.
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San Francisco Fire Department Gains Three Oshkosh Strikers
Oshkosh Airport Products has delivered three Striker® 8x8 ARFF vehicles to the San Francisco International Airport in California.