CAL FIRE MUSEUM

SN BERNRDNO, CA

The CAL FIRE Museum is a unique and educational facility located in the city of San Bernardino, California. The museum is dedicated to showcasing the history and evolution of firefighting in California, and is operated by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE).

The museum features a variety of exhibits and displays showcasing the different types of equipment, tools, and technologies used by firefighters throughout the years. Visitors can explore vintage fire engines, hand-pulled carts, fire hoses, and firefighting uniforms from the early 1900s to the present day.

In addition to the historical collections, the museum also offers interactive exhibits and educational programs for all ages. Visitors can learn about fire safety, the science of firefighting, and the important role that firefighters play in protecting California's forests and communities.

The CAL FIRE Museum is open to the public year-round, and admission is free. The museum is staffed by knowledgeable volunteers who are passionate about firefighting and eager to share their knowledge with visitors. Whether you are a history buff, a firefighting enthusiast, or just looking for a fun and educational family outing, the CAL FIRE Museum is a must-visit destination in San Bernardino.

CAL FIRE MUSEUM is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in SN BERNRDNO CA. US MID #8400601371

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Western (Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 35,897 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

KC-10A Extender Conceptualized as the next generation of aerial tankers the KC-l0 combined the tasks of a tanker and cargo aircraft. Carrying more than 356,000 pounds of fuel - twice as much as the KC-135 Stratotanker – 75 personnel, and 170,000 pounds of cargo, the KC-10 could transport entire units of support personnel while re-fueling their deploying fighters enroute. The KC-10 could also be used to transport litter and ambulatory patients using patient support pallets during aeromedical evacuations.

Unlike previous re-fuelers, the KC-10's boom operator controls refueling operations through a digital, fly-by wire system. Sitting in the rear of the aircraft, the operator can see the receiver aircraft through a wide window. During boom refueling operations, fuel is transferred to the receiver at a maximum rate of 1,100 gallons per minute.

The KC-10 fleet was used extensively during Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm in 1991, Operation Allied Force in 1999 and during the War on Terror following the September 11, 2001, attack.

The museum’s KC-10 Extender tail number 84-0185 was built in Long Beach California and delivered to the United Sates Air Force, March AFB in September 1984 with subsequent assignments to Travis AFB. It was flown to March Field Air Museum in 2023 for permanent display. It remains on loan from the NMUSAF.

Source: <a href="https://www.marchfield.org/aircraft/cargo/kc-10a-extender-boeing/" rel="noreferrer nofollow">www.marchfield.org/aircraft/cargo/kc-10a-extender-boeing/</a>

San Bernardino Mountains in Fall Scenic mountain views next to Highway 18, near Rimforest, CA

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Contact CAL FIRE MUSEUM

telephone: 9098816984
website: http://www.cdfmuseum.org

HISTORICAL SOCIETY & MUSEUM FOR THE CA DEPT OF FORESTRY
3800 N SIERRA WAY
SN BERNRDNO
CA
92405-2344

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CAL FIRE MUSEUM Information

MID #	8400601371
Name	HISTORICAL SOCIETY & MUSEUM FOR THE CA DEPT OF FORESTRY
Alternate Name	CAL FIRE MUSEUM
Classification	Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Western
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)	330941817
NTEECC	A80
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)	201212
INCOME	39,597
REVENUE	35,897
LAT/LONG	34.159947, -117.285046
CODES	FIPS State Code: 06 FIPS County Code: 071 US Census Tract: 005100 US Census Block: 6016