FOUNDED:
In 1969 by co-owners Dan Hawkins and Gene Powers. Hawkins & Powers (H&P) Aviation evolved from Chrysler-Avery Aviation, a company specializing in aerial firefighting and agriculture spraying since 1958.

GENERAL:
A pioneer in aerial firefighting techniques and training with over 40 years experience in the business, H&P has developed into a world leader in computer controlled aerial retardant application systems and aerial firefighting expertise. H&P designs and engineers all modifications to H&P aircraft. The company performs extensive research and development in the field of aerial firefighting equipment, which has resulted in superior aerial firefighting platforms and applications systems. H&P holds a number of FAA certificates and several supplemental type certificates. H&P is experienced with hazardous materials and has a FAA Certificated HAZMAT program.

COMPANY OPERATION:

• H & P products and services include:
• Fixed and rotor wing aerial firefighting services
• Fixed and rotor wing Part 135 Charter and Air Taxi Service
• Search and Rescue
• International Cargo
• Power/pipeline patrol/construction
• Oilfield support
• Seismic and energy exploration projects
• External load (sling and long line) operations
• Game and Fish Management/Wildlife control
• Seeding and spraying operations
• Exxon & AVCARD Fuel Dealers
• NOAA Chart Dealer
• USFS and BLM Fire Retardant Airtanker Base
• Bell Helicopter Service Center
• MD Helicopters Service Center
• Aircraft Systems Engineering and Design
• Manufacturer of FIRE - Fully Integrated Retardant Enhancement Systems
• Manufacturer of Aerial Application Systems (oil spill, agriculture)
• In-house D.A.R. (Designated Airworthiness Representative)
• Aircraft Flight Training
• Vintage Aircraft Flight Testing
• Engine Repair - R2600, R3350, J34, R2800, T-56, R1820 and R1340
• Structural and Corrosion Repairs

AREAS CONTRACTED:
Alaska, Australia, Washington, Oregon, Colorado, Minnesota, Idaho, Nevada, New Mexico, Arizona, Montana, Utah, Tennessee, North Carolina, Florida, Pennsylvania, New York, California, Oklahoma, Texas, and South Dakota.

FLEET:
Fixed Wing: Four PB-4Y-2s, 14 P-2Vs, six C-130As, six C-97s and one P-2T

Helicopters: Two Bell UH-2Bs, two Bell 206L3s, two Bell 206 BIIIs, two Hughes 500Ds, and two Hiller 12Es

NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES:
98

EMPLOMENT OPPORTUNITES:
H&P is an equal opportunity employer that recruits highly qualified individuals. Interested parties may either mail or e-mail resumes to the addresses shown.

PERSONNEL SPECIFICS:
In 1996, H&P air tanker crews logged more than 4000 flight hours while performing aerial firefighting missions.

CONTACT:
Duane Powers
(307) 765-4482
fax (307) 765-2535
e-mail handp@tctwest.net