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Incredible Hulk Firefighting Helicopter

San Diego has a new firefighting super hero this fire season -- The "Incredible Hulk." The huge helicopter can carry 2,500 gallons of water and can refuel in about 45 seconds.

The “Incredible Hulk” firefighting helicopter is one of the largest in the world.

The “Incredible Hulk” firefighting helicopter is one of the largest in the world.

Published on October 8, 2009

The Incredible Hulk helicopter can carry 2,500 gallons of water and can refuel in about 45 seconds.

The Incredible Hulk helicopter can carry 2,500 gallons of water and can refuel in about 45 seconds.

Published on October 8, 2009

News crews look on as the Incredible Hulk demonstrates a water drop.

News crews look on as the Incredible Hulk demonstrates a water drop.

Published on October 8, 2009

The helicopter will be made available throughout San Diego County and will be staffed nine hours a day, but will not fly at night.

The helicopter will be made available throughout San Diego County and will be staffed nine hours a day, but will not fly at night.

Published on October 8, 2009

Fire officials say the craft’s large size makes it possible to fly in strong wind conditions.

Fire officials say the craft’s large size makes it possible to fly in strong wind conditions.

Published on October 8, 2009

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