The Beriev Be-200 Altair is a jet-powered amphibious flying boat of utility type designed and built by the Beriev Aircraft Company. Marketed as being designed for fire fighting, search and rescue, mar
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…Beriev Be-103 Bekas, a light amphibian, intended for passenger transport, medical aid, patrol and tourism, 1997 Beriev Be-200 Altair, a large multipurpose amphibian airplane, 1998 Beriev Be-115, amphibious aircraft project, 1999…
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Beriev Be-200 filling water tanks in the Mediterranean Sea while in operation during the 2010 Mount Carmel forest fire
The Be-200's engines are located high and to the rear in order to keep them clear of spray.
The Be-200 was operated in Greece during fires in the summer of 2007, but has yet to secure any firm orders from Europe.