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Game Aerospace GB2 Firefighting Aircraft Completes Maiden Flight

September 24, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Game Aerospace's GB2 firefighting aircraft completed its first flight.
The aircraft is designed to carry 1,200 gallons of water or retardant.
GB2 is pursuing FAA Part 23 standard-category certification.
The aircraft features a Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-67F turboprop engine.

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Strategic Implications

The GB2's successful first flight may indicate a new player in the aerial firefighting market, which could lead to increased competition and innovation in the sector. The aircraft's design, which incorporates input from operators and government agencies, suggests a focus on efficiency and effectiveness in wildfire response.

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What Happened

New Single-Engine Airtanker Begins Flight Testing In Arkansas

Game Aerospace’s GB2 firefighting aircraft has completed its maiden flight in Bentonville, Arkansas, marking the beginning of flight testing for the new single-engine airtanker. The GB2 is designed to carry 1,200 gallons of water or retardant and features a Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-67F turboprop engine. The company is pursuing FAA Part 23 standard-category certification for the aircraft, which is intended to improve the speed and efficiency of initial attacks on wildfires. The GB2’s development is a significant milestone for Game Aerospace, which also builds the GB1 GameBird aerobatic aircraft. This development was first reported by AeroTime.

Source | Originally Published: September 24, 2026

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