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Bridger Aerospace Group Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: BAER) is described as one of the nation’s largest aerial firefighting companies, based in Belgrade, Montana. This news page aggregates coverage of Bridger Aerospace’s announcements, including fleet changes, financing transactions, earnings results, and corporate governance updates that shape the company’s role in aerial firefighting and wildfire management.
Recent press releases highlight fleet expansion, such as the purchase of two Canadair CL‑215T amphibious aircraft that increased the Super Scooper fleet from six to eight, and the growth of a Light Fixed Wing Air Attack and Surveillance fleet. News items also cover financial milestones, including a senior secured credit facility led by Bain Capital’s Private Credit Group, a sale‑leaseback of headquarters and hangar facilities at Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport, and record quarterly revenue and adjusted EBITDA.
Investors and observers can use this page to follow earnings announcements and guidance updates, where Bridger reports revenue, net income, adjusted EBITDA, and commentary on fleet utilization and contract activity. Additional news includes executive and board changes, such as the planned retirement of the Chief Financial Officer, the appointment of a Deputy Chief Financial Officer, and the addition of a new independent director as Audit Committee Chair.
Bridger Aerospace also issues statements on federal wildfire policy, including its response to the Wildland Fire Service Plan and the Fire Ready Nation Act of 2025, which relate to modernization of wildfire aviation and coordination systems. For anyone tracking BAER stock, this news feed provides a centralized view of company developments in aerial firefighting services, government contracting, financing, and regulatory context. Users interested in Bridger’s evolving fleet, contracts, and policy environment can return regularly to review new press releases and related updates.
Bridger Aerospace (NASDAQ: BAER, BAERW) completed purchases that expand its aerial firefighting fleet ahead of 2026. The company bought two Canadair CL-215T Super Scoopers—raising its scooper fleet from six to eight—and added four Air Attack aircraft to its balance sheet in Q4 2025, two of which were previously leased and on contract in 2025. The $50 million Scooper purchase was funded through the company’s $210 million Senior Secured Term Loan Facility that closed in October; the four Air Attack planes were paid with cash and an initial draw on the Facility. With these additions Bridger now operates eight Super Scoopers and a Light Fixed Wing Air Attack and Surveillance fleet of 11, positioning the company for expanded contract awards and increased mission capability in 2026.
Bridger Aerospace (NASDAQ: BAER) entered a purchase agreement to acquire two Canadair CL-215T Super Scooper amphibious aircraft for $50 million, increasing its Super Scooper fleet from six to eight aircraft (a 33% increase).
The transaction is expected to close before year-end, subject to customary closing conditions, and Bridger plans to deploy the aircraft in 2026 with multiple contract opportunities pending. Two additional Super Scoopers remain in return-to-service work at Bridger’s Spanish subsidiary, Albacete Aero, scheduled for completion in 2026.
Bridger says the acquisition strengthens its position as the world’s largest private Super Scooper operator and aims to expand contract awards and mission capacity for the 2026 fire season.
Bridger Aerospace (NASDAQ: BAER, BAERW) announced CFO Eric Gerratt will retire after the company files its 2025 Form 10-K in March 2026. Director Anne Hayes will become Deputy CFO, has resigned from the Board, and is expected to assume the CFO role after Gerratt’s departure. Ernie Freedman was appointed independent director and Chair of the Audit Committee; the Board will remain at nine members. The company noted Gerratt’s role in the business combination with Jack Creek and recent secured financing and said Gerratt will remain through annual SEC filings to support a smooth transition.
Bridger Aerospace (NASDAQ: BAER) reported a record third quarter ended September 30, 2025 with Q3 revenue $67.9M and Q3 net income $34.5M (up 26% vs. 2024). Nine‑month revenue was $114.3M (up 38% YoY) and Adjusted EBITDA was $54.8M year‑to‑date. The company closed a $49M sale‑leaseback and a $331M financing package in late October to fund fleet expansion and liquidity. Management reaffirmed reaching the high end of 2025 Adjusted EBITDA guidance ($42M–$48M) and raised full‑year revenue expectations to $118M–$122M. Cash and equivalents were $55.1M as of Sept. 30, 2025.
Bridger Aerospace (NASDAQ: BAER, BAERW) will release third-quarter 2025 financial results for the period ended September 30, 2025 on Thursday, November 6, 2025 after market close.
Management will host an investor conference call on November 6 at 5:00 PM ET (3:00 PM MT); dial-in numbers are 1-800-343-4136 or 1-203-518-9843, and a live webcast will be available at https://ir.bridgeraerospace.com. An audio replay will be available through November 13, 2025 at 844-512-2921 or 412-317-6671 (passcode 11160179) and on the investor site.
Bridger will also participate in the Sidoti Year End Virtual Investor Conference on December 10–11, 2025, with a live webcast and slide presentation at 4:00 PM ET on December 10 and virtual one-on-one meetings; registration is available via www.sidoti.com/events.
Bridger Aerospace (NASDAQ: BAER, BAERW) announced a new $331.5 million senior secured credit facility led by Bain Capital Private Credit Group on Oct. 29, 2025.
The facility includes a $21.5M revolver, $210M senior secured term loan, and a $100M fleet expansion delayed-draw tranche. Bridger also finalized a sale-leaseback of its Bozeman campus.
The transactions refinance a $160M municipal bond, consolidate existing debt, and aim to fund future aircraft purchases to support contract growth and EBITDA expansion.
SR Aviation Infrastructure (SRAI) acquired the Bridger Hangar Complex at Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport from Bridger Aerospace Group Holdings (NASDAQ: BAER) on October 28, 2025.
The transaction includes a three-hangar, 118,000-square-foot complex, a fully entitled development site for a future 40,000-square-foot hangar, and a 10-year leaseback under which Bridger Aerospace will continue to occupy the existing hangars and maintain its Bozeman headquarters. This is SRAI's third acquisition as it expands an institutional aviation real estate platform focused on hangar development and leasing.
Bridger Aerospace (NASDAQ: BAER, BAERW) completed a $49 million sale-leaseback of its Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport campus to SR Aviation Infrastructure on Oct. 28, 2025. Bridger entered a 10-year lease to retain use of its hangar and headquarters as an operational base for aerial firefighting.
The company said the transaction will provide capital to prioritize fleet expansion, support new state, federal, and military contracts, and is expected to produce a gain on sale in Q4 2025.
Bridger Aerospace (NASDAQ: BAER), a leading aerial firefighting company, has expressed strong support for two major federal wildfire initiatives. The first is the Wildland Fire Service Plan, which will modernize federal wildfire response starting January 2026, focusing on five key priorities including aviation modernization and improved interagency coordination.
Additionally, the company endorsed the Fire Ready Nation Act of 2025, which passed the Senate unanimously. This legislation aims to enhance federal wildfire forecasting and response capabilities through NOAA, including the establishment of a permanent Fire Weather Services program and funding for new firefighting technologies.
Bridger Aerospace (NASDAQ: BAER), one of the nation's largest aerial firefighting companies, has announced its participation in the 31st Annual Gabelli Aerospace & Defense Symposium on September 4, 2025. The company's management will present at 4:30 PM Eastern Time.
A live and archived webcast of the fireside chat will be available through the company's investor relations website. Management will also conduct virtual meetings with investors, who can arrange participation through Bridger Aerospace Investor Relations or their Gabelli representative.
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