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News for Bridger Aerospace Group Holdings, Inc. (BAER, BAERW) focuses on its role as one of the nation’s largest aerial firefighting companies and on developments that shape its aircraft fleet, contracts, and financial position. Based in Belgrade, Montana, Bridger provides aerial firefighting and wildfire management services to federal and state government agencies, including the United States Forest Service, across the United States and internationally.
Readers of this news page can expect regular updates on fleet expansion, such as purchases and agreements for Canadair CL-215T amphibious aircraft, growth of the Super Scooper fleet, and additions to the Light Fixed Wing Air Attack and Surveillance fleet. Coverage also includes contract activity and task orders that describe how Bridger’s aircraft are deployed for wildfire seasons and how long they remain available for government customers.
Another key theme in Bridger’s news is financial performance and capital structure. Press releases discuss quarterly and year-to-date results, adjusted EBITDA, and major financing transactions, including senior secured credit facilities and sale-leaseback arrangements for its airport campus facilities. These items provide context on how the company funds fleet growth and maintains financial flexibility.
Investors and observers will also find updates on governance and leadership changes, such as planned executive transitions and board appointments, as well as Bridger’s perspective on federal wildfire policy initiatives like the Wildland Fire Service Plan and the Fire Ready Nation Act. For anyone tracking BAER and BAERW, this page offers a centralized view of operational, financial, and policy-related news affecting Bridger’s aerial firefighting business.
Bridger Aerospace (NASDAQ: BAER) secured a five-year multiple-award IDIQ contract to provide on-call fixed-wing transportation services in Alaska for the U.S. Department of Interior and other federal agencies.
The contract runs April 1, 2026 through March 2031 with an estimated award value of $18.6 million; the amount is an estimate and not guaranteed revenue. The company said the work is expected to increase utilization of its expanded light fixed-wing fleet and support personnel and cargo movements to remote locations.
Bridger Aerospace (NASDAQ: BAER, BAERW) will release fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results on Thursday, March 5, 2026 after market close. Management will hold an investor conference call the same day at 5:00 p.m. ET (3:00 p.m. MT) to discuss results and outlook.
Investors can join via phone (1-800-245-3047 or 1-203-518-9765) or listen live and to a replay at the company's Investor Relations website through March 12, 2026.
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.
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.