Where is the Mars?

So the big question on my mind while the province is going up in flames is, where is the Martin Mars?

I am aware that a few years ago that Forestry did not renew the contract with Coulson Air Tankers for the Mars. Considering our present state, that would appear to have been a disastrous decision. It may be old, but still drops enough liquid to put out infernos that smaller aircraft can't douse.

They should put new turbo props on that old puppy and get it back into service, fast!

Don Leyland