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Fire Traffic Area (FTA)
The FTA was developed by aerial firefighting personnel to provide a standardized initial attack airspace structure to enhance air traffic separation over wildland fire (or other) incidents.
The Aviation Management Council (AMC) met May 6, 2003 in Boise, ID and approved the use of the FTA.
March 31, 2006 the group reconvened and made some revisions to the FTA format. The new format was reviewed and approved by the National Interagency Aviation Council (NIAC).
What is the FTA Briefing (PPT)
NIAC Approval Letter (PDF)