Elk Park Volunteer Fire Department

06/01/2026

Congratulations Avery County High School Class of 2026!

05/25/2026

05/20/2026

Building Update.

05/04/2026

🚒 INTERNATIONAL FIREFIGHTERS’ DAY 🚒

Today we proudly honor the dedication, courage, and sacrifice of firefighters everywhere.

Join us in recognizing the brave men and women of the Elk Park Fire Department who continue to serve and protect Elk Park, North Carolina with pride and commitment.

For over 50 years, our department has stood ready to answer the call—day or night—putting community first.

🔥 Thank you to all firefighters, past and present, for your service.

05/03/2026

We encourage everyone to take precautions, obtain a burn permit, and keep fires under constant supervision.

04/24/2026

If Firehouse Subs is among your favorite establishments, we encourage you to order this book on Amazon, which helps bolster support for fire departments across the country. To date, the company has donated more than $107 million to public safety initiatives, including those right here in Avery County,NC a place Mr. Fox loves to visit.
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04/24/2026

Key Details for N43HX (K-MAX):
Manufacturer: Kaman Aerospace Corp.
Type: K-1200 K-MAX (intermeshing rotor helicopter).
Operator: Helicopter Express.
Serial Number: A94-0029.
Registration Status: Valid/Assigned (expires 2030-12-31).
Operational Role: Known to be utilized for firefighting and lifting operations.
History: Previously associated with foreign registries (Colombia and Australia) before its current registration.

04/24/2026

Our video of the air tanker has had a lot of attention, here are some facts about this aircraft.

Tanker 168 is a British Aerospace AVRO 146-RJ85A (Tail number N416AC), operated by AeroFlite for aerial firefighting. This Large Airtanker (LAT) carries up to 3,000 gallons of retardant and is frequently deployed in the U.S., including Arizona and Texas, to support ground crews. It is known for its high-wing design, which helps prevent pilot fatigue.

Key Facts about Tanker 168 (N416AC):
Operator: AeroFlite
Aircraft Type: BAe 146-RJ85
Registration: N416AC
Role: Large Airtanker (LAT)
Capacity: 3,000 gallons of retardant
Operational History: Active in US wildfire suppression, including the Smokehouse Creek Fire (2024) and the Chalk Mountain Fire (2022).

04/23/2026

Helicopter drop on Avery Fire