The First Airbus A319 Aircraft Will Be Converted To A Water Bomber

On Wednesday, December 4th, Neptune Aviation, one of the largest aerial firefighting companies in the United States, revealed that it will convert a popular narrowbody commercial airliner, the Airbus A319, to a firefighting water bomber. Neptune Aviation is partnering with Aerotec & Concept to complete the conversion of the Airbus A319. The initial conversion is scheduled to be completed in 2027, and Neptune Aviation will introduce it into service shortly after. The aerial firefighting company will look to convert several other Airbus A319s for aerial firefighting purposes in the future.