R equests for Redmond smokejumpers are normally made through local dispatch offices and relayed through the Central Oregon Interagency Dispatch. Additional information that would be of value might include the ground frequencies and contacts in the vicinity of the fire, other aircraft assigned to the area, and local hazards to aviation, if any. U pon entering the ordering unit's airspace, the smokejumper aircraft will contact the local dispatch office. On multiple resource incidents, the smokejumper spotter will coordinate with the Incident Commander and Air Attack to minimize smokejumper impact on available airspace. Smokejumper deployment need not adversely affect complex air operations.
Good communication is the key to effective integration.
Operations on an incident S mokejumpers arrive at the incident with hand tools, saws, and communications, as well as food and water for three days. Paracargo specialists are back at Redmond to fill any special or re-supply needs, like portable pumps and hose equipment, medical supplies, or even fresh food drops. Transportation back to the base is coordinated by the ordering unit. Know that the Redmond Air Center is able to retrieve smokejumpers and gear. W hen fire activity is slow, District project work is welcomed by the smokejumpers.