With the Series 400 Twin Otter program well-established, Viking started looking towards new opportunities with other iconic Canadian aircraft, and in 2016, acquired the Canadair Amphibious Aircraft program from Bombardier.
The acquisition was a strategic investment that demonstrated Viking's continued dedication to supporting legendary Canadian aerospace designs, while keeping a key part of Canada's aerospace heritage in Canada.
The transfer of the Type Certificates made Viking the OEM responsible for the technical support and continuing airworthiness for Canadair CL-215, CL-215T & CL-415 aerial firefighters around the world.
Since the transfer of the Type Certificates, Viking has expanded its Canadair Amphibious Aircraft program on several fronts with development of the CL-415EAF "Enhanced Aerial Firefighter" modification program, introduction of the Avionics Upgrade Program (AUP) for CL-215T and CL-415 aerial firefighters, and making major steps towards a proposed CL-515 production program.
The Canadair "SuperScooper" has become a key strategic asset for government wildfire relief efforts around the globe, and with Viking's continued program support, they will be able to protect local communities for generations to come.