Μake us preferred on GoogleWhen Greece’s aerial firefighting crews take off to battle wildfires, they face what one veteran pilot describes as “war conditions,” operating in scorching cockpit temperatures, dense smoke, violent turbulence, and constantly changing hazards that demand split-second decisions. “The pilots operate in war conditions,” Krassas said, describing the extreme environment faced by aerial firefighting crews. According to Krassas, strong winds and rough seas are among the greatest dangers for Canadair firefighting aircraft. Greater focus on safety and preventionKrassas noted that safety procedures for aerial firefighting crews have improved significantly since those years. Calling for greater emphasis on prevention, he said forest roads and stronger forestry services are essential to improving Greece’s ability to combat major wildfires.