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    5.0 (2 reviews)

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    Global SuperTanker Services - Sticker and Patch

    Global SuperTanker Services

    5.0(2 reviews)
    2.6 mi

    The Global Super Tanker is a 747-400BCF that has been converted for firefighting. N744ST, and is…read morecalled "Spirit of John Muir" According to the company, "the aircraft is capable of laying down a swath of fire retardant 3 mi (4.8 km) long and as wide as 150 ft " The SuperTanker is now in action fighting the out of control fires threatening California. Its awesome that these assets can be used in these times of crisis. A special thanks to the crews putting themselves at risk to help us!!!!!

    The SuperTanker is a TRUE super air tanker. It joins the worlds fleet of aerial firefighting…read moretankers not only as the youngest VLAT (very larger air tanker) but with almost twice the capacity of the next largest aerial tanker. The two separate, but identical constant flow systems are pressurized which allows for either continuous discharge or up to 8 segmented drops. Coverage levels range from CL2 to CL8 and above. The system is approved for retardant, gel, foam and water drops or the combination of any two of these agents and ground servicing for another sortie (flight run) takes approximately 30-35 minutes. The SuperTanker operates without any speed, altitude or operational restriction and provides a level of safety to ground personnel, property and natural resources unmatched by any other tanker, civilian or military. The exceptional and superior performance of the SuperTanker is such that it departs 200,000 pounds below maximum allowable gross weight and can land immediately without dumping fuel or retardant if the operation is cancelled. Its has a speed of nearly 600 mph allows it to be almost anywhere in the U.S. in approximately 2.5 hours, avoiding potential traffic and ramp congestion at smaller retardant bases. Operating from its base in Colorado springs, the SuperTanker can reach virtually any point in North America in approximately 4.5 hours, ready to discharge its full load of almost 20,000 gallons of retardant before landing. With true Global reach, the SuperTanker can be almost anywhere in the world in under 20 hours, including fuel stops, if necessary. Configured with 14 first class seats and 2 bunks for the support staff and additional flight crew, the SuperTanker arrives ready to begin previously coordinated flight operations with any agency.

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    Global SuperTanker Services - Being led in by the Turbo Commander spotting plane

    Being led in by the Turbo Commander spotting plane

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    Making a drop

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    Manitou Springs Heritage Museum - Manitou Springs High School - Then and Now Exhibit

    Manitou Springs Heritage Museum

    4.7(6 reviews)
    11.6 mi

    Quaint, hipster little town. It has some local shops, as well as some touristy type places to buy…read moresouvenirs. The view is nice, with this town being at the base of the mointaind. It has a nice little mountain vibe and it's fun to walk from one end to the other to browse the shops.

    Manitou Springs is an adorable, quaint little Rocky Mountain village outside of Colorado Springs…read morethat is a *must* for folks who enjoy an active lifestyle. The stairway to heaven known as the Manitou Incline https://www.yelp.com/biz/the-incline-manitou-springs is here, as well as nearby Cave of the Winds https://www.yelp.com/biz/cave-of-the-winds-mountain-park-manitou-springs, Pike's Peak https://www.yelp.com/biz/pikes-peak-americas-mountain-cascade-2 and Garden of the Gods https://www.yelp.com/biz/garden-of-the-gods-visitor-and-nature-center-colorado-springs with all of their trails and scenic views. Plus, you can sip from several different naturally carbonated springs http://manitoumineralsprings.org/pdf_files/brochure.pdf and eat some fabulous meals & desserts at the numerous quirky restaurants on the main drag. When you're ready to slow down, you can visit one of 11 art galleries. Almost everything is accessible on foot or via the free shuttle system that circulates through town. It's about 75 miles or a 90-minute drive from Denver (depending on traffic), but if you have the extra time and don't want to drive or park, you can take a Bustang $12 fare South Line https://www.ridebustang.com/south-line bus into Colorado Springs and from there catch the $2 fare #3 shuttle into Manitou https://coloradosprings.gov/sites/default/files/rt3_spweb2018.pdf. Free parking is available at Memorial Park https://www.yelp.com/biz/memorial-park-manitou-springs, from which you can take a free shuttle https://www.yelp.com/biz/bus-system-mountain-metropolitan-transit-colorado-springs-2 into town, the Incline, or the Pike's Peak Cog stop, but walking most of the village itself is totally doable from the park if you are fit. Don't forget your refillable bottles for the spring water! More helpful links (since Yelp doesn't want to update the biz listing to include a relevant URL): Mineral Springs CC & Visitor's Bureau https://manitousprings.org/ Mineral Springs Foundation http://manitoumineralsprings.org Mineral Springs City Government http://www.manitouspringsgov.com/

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    Manitou Springs Heritage Museum - Old photo of our building at 517 Manitou Avenue.  It was the A&A Garage.

    Old photo of our building at 517 Manitou Avenue. It was the A&A Garage.

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    Garden of the Gods Pottery Exhibit

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