The Buffalo Niagara Airport ARFF was organized July 1, 1981 to serve and assist the traveling public, airport employees and the surrounding communities.
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The Buffalo (NY) Airport Fire Department is a full-time, career department entrusted to protect the customers, employees, and visitors of the Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BNIA). We are responsible for fire protection and suppression for all aircraft, structures, and vehicles on airport property and surrounding areas. We also provide Emergency Medical Services and Basic Life Support to those in need. Our primary goal is the safety of the people we serve and we have the capabilities to perform a rescue or extrication as well, in the event a person cannot free themselves following a aircraft incident or motor vehicle accident. Our firefighters are proud members of the Buffalo Airport Professional Firefighters Association Union. This page was generated by and is run by the Buffalo Airport Professional Firefighters Union.
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Congratulations to one of our former firefighters. He was an outstanding member of our department and will be an asset to the Niagara County Sheriff’s Office. Keep chasing your dreams Rob!!
Please join us as we welcome our newest staff member, Deputy Robert Rougeux! Deputy Rougeux is an experienced police officer, and lifelong resident of Niagara County. He will be assigned to our Road Patrol Division beginning in mid-February. Congratulations Deputy Rougeux!
Here are a few more pictures from day two of the quint final inspection. The quint should be on the road to Churchville by the end of next week.
*******Today we conduct the final inspection of our new Pierce Ascendent Mid Mount!! Delivery will be at the end of February and should be in service by the end of March 2021.*******
On January 16th, firefighters met Jayson, an enthusiastic 11-year-old with spinal bifida, along with his parents. To his surprise, he was given a football used by Josh Allen while in high school. Congratulations Jayson! Go Bills!
***Update***
Graphics final approval complete!
***EXCITING NEWS*** Today our new apparatus officially hits the assembly floor to start production. Estimated delivery date is January 28, 2021
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The flagpole area at the Buffalo headquarters recently received an upgrade! Ryan Parker of Boy Scout Troop 445 WNY chose to update and beautify the area for his #EagleScout project. Thank you Ryan!
Fight for Air Climb: Buffalo
Thank you all for nominating your heroes this past month for our #ThankAHero Program! We want to shout a few more out today for #ThankYouThursday.
"Fire Chief William (Bill) Major is an integral part of the NFTA and does an amazing job with implementing safe practices at the Buffalo and Niagara Falls airports. During the COVID health crisis is no different. He has gone above and beyond to lead his team of firefighters through these unprecedented times. He has helped implement CDC guidelines and execute safe practices for passengers, workers, and community members. One of his favorite things about his job is knowing that he and his team will always “go the extra mile” for the well-being of those that they serve. Bill is also an avid supporter of the Buffalo Air Climb and has participated in full firefighter gear for many years." - Team NFTA
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In support of #BreastCancerAwareness, the NFTA Transit Authority Police Department and the Buffalo Niagara International Airport Fire Department are going pink!
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On Friday, September 27, starting at 6PM, we will be conducting a full-scale emergency exercise designed to ensure coordinated, timely and effective response and recovery in the event of an aviation emergency. The exercise is required by the FAA every three years.
The exercise will take place in and around the Buffalo Niagara International Airport Fire Department facility and will involve a realistic mock incident.
There will be significant law enforcement, fire and emergency services present at this time. Because of the sensitive nature of the activities, we want to be sure the public is aware that this is not a real accident or crisis situation.
Emergency incidents on rise at Buffalo Niagara airport
In the past couple years, crews have dealt with dozens of emergency landings and other mechanical problems involving planes.
Please keep a brother firefighter, from the Albany Airport Fire Department, in your thoughts and prayers as he is headed into surgery. If you can donate, please do.
https://www.gofundme.com/support-the-woodward-family
Anyone who knows Josh and Chelsea Woodward knows one thing. They are two of the most genuine people you will EVER meet. Some other things you may know: They have two beautiful young children, Jax (5) and Holland (3). Josh is an amazing dad, an Albany airport firefighter, and all around fun-lovi...
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Kudos 👏 to our airfield team for diligently working throughout the #PolarVortex ❄️🌨 #AppreciationPost
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Wishing safe travels to Officer Mike Bogulski & K9 Lyka along with Officer Christie Clifford & K9 Harvey from NFTA Transit Authority Police Department as they travel to Atlanta.
They were selected by Homeland Security to join the security detail at Super Bowl LIII.
Please keep our brothers and sisters from the Buffalo Fire Department in your thoughts and prayers after one of their firefighters was injured, causing a "mayday" call while fighting a house fire on Buffalo's East Side the other day. Three other firefighters were injured at that same fire.
Firefighters are a tough breed, but "mayday" is a term that sends chills down our spines.
Hoping for a speedy recovery.
Please keep our brothers and sisters from the Buffalo Fire Department in your thoughts and prayers after four of their firefighters were injured, causing a "mayday" call while fighting a house fire on Buffalo's East Side the other day.
Firefighters are a tough breed, but "mayday" is a term that sends chills down our spines.
Hoping for a speedy recovery.
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The answer to the abundance of snow we get in #Buffalo ❄ With our new snow melter we will be able to reduce the space snow piles occupy on the ramp, while increasing the safety of the airport operation.
We would like to wish everyone a safe and healthy Thanksgiving. We are thankful for all those who are sacrificing time with their families to protect us and keep us safe!
Please travel safely and be aware of pedestrians near the roadways when visiting the Buffalo Niagara International Airport during this busy travel week.
We wish to thank all those who have served, including members of our own department, a very happy and safe Veterans Day. 🇺🇸
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Time to change those clocks one hour back tonight. Also a great time to replace the batteries in your smoke and CO detectors.
A few pictures from the Boeing 747-400 series jet that landed in Buffalo tonight. The one photo is from the FLIR camera on our fire vehicle.
Help support our fire department in this contest. Click on the link, find our picture, like the picture and that’s it.
Joe Basil Chevrolet wants help out a few local fire houses. The top 5 Fire Houses with the most likes on their photo will win $1,000 each! The voting beings today but we are still accepting entries! email [email protected] with your photo & name of the fire house and we will add you to the album! Good luck everyone! Thank you to all the participating Fire Houses, we will run the contest until November 1st at 12pm! The Fire all with the most "likes" will also receive 4 FREE Registrations for the Fight for Air Climb: Buffalo on March 9th at Main Place Tower!
This year we had pink t-shirts made that the firefighters could purchase. The proceeds of $550 will be going to cancer research. During the month of October firefighters will be allowed to wear these shirts. Also most of our fleet were outfitted with pink decals. These decals will be on display year round as a constant reminder and show of support.
**We have had several requests to see if we were selling the shirts to the public. At this time we are not but hope to in the future, and will post that info if and when it happens. Thanks for all the interest**
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The power of pink was strong this morning at the NFTA.
We proudly announced our support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month and highlighted how we are helping to promote this important initiative.
For the month of October the NFTA is turning the fountains at the Buffalo Airport pink; Transit Police officers will be wearing a pink badge and driving a pink patrol car; the Metro Station at Fountain Plaza will be lit pink; Metro's October monthly pass will be pink; and the Buffalo Airport firefighting trucks will be adorned with pink decals.
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Please note the new loading procedures for calls involving the new Bell 429 helicopters at Mercy Flight WNY.
ATTENTION - FIRST RESPONDERS!
We are thrilled to soon welcome an updated helicopter fleet, providing lifesaving emergency medical care...WHEN MINUTES MATTER.
With four new Bell Helicopters, there are significant changes that our First Responders must know and fully understand.
Find out all you need to know in this video below, and make sure to schedule your Ground Crew Safety Training with Chief Flight Paramedic Adam White - [email protected].
You can also visit: www.mercyflight.org to schedule your department's training.
Video courtesy: StandOut Advertising
Tonight we celebrated FF Rivera’s retirement. He completed 37 years of service with the Buffalo Airport FD. Pictured are his fellow classmates from 1981. We wish Mike the best on his retirement and future endeavors.
Recent photo from our open house. Pictured below are FF’s Herdzik, Flynn and Roll. These three firefighters were part of the original class in 1981.
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Occasionally, we may be requested to respond off the airport to a severe incident or extraordinary situation (gasoline tanker fires, off-airport aircraft incidents, large fuel spills, etc.) and will take steps to ensure the response does not compromise the level of protection provided at the airport.
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RFFT class 74 marching toward the building for graduation. Video courtesy of Chief Major.
Recruit class 74 (RFFT 17-2) at Montour Falls graduating today. Congrats to all the firefighters. Video courtesy of Chief Major.
Today 2nd Platoon was out training our rookie firefighters on turret modulation and control on F5. Video credit of Chief Major.
As tradition goes... when a firefighter retires from the airport they get an escort out by the ARFF vehicles. As Chief McDonald is in the black Tahoe he was given a water salute on his final ride out.
In case you missed it......
On Saturday July 23rd the Buffalo Airport Fire Dept Third Platoon responded to a mutual aid request from the Marilla Volunteer Fire Co. to a large brush fire on Clinton St. F4 and F2 responded to assist in extinguishing the fire along with multiple other fire companies. The off road capabilities along with the pump and roll features of our trucks make them very efficient in off road settings and when large amounts of extinguishing agents are needed.
Continuing with HRET (High Reach Extendable Turret Operations) training today on F6.
F3 headed out on a medical run on a chilly night in Buffalo.
At 1900hrs we had an Airbus A340-600 land on runway 5. It will be one of the aircraft that will be getting ready to take the Buffalo Bills to London. The video may be a little difficult to see due the the lighting.
Turret drills
Video from the other night as our crash trucks and firefighters were welcoming back the veterans from Honor Flight.
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