Overview

Bridger Aerospace is a Bozeman, Montana-based company founded in 2014 that provides aerial wildfire surveillance, air attack, fire mapping, and firefighting services. Its employee count is in the 200-500 band, and it is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the ticker BAER. The company serves government agencies, including the U.S. Forest Service, and in July 2026 it was awarded a $58 million contract by the Texas A&M Forest Service to build a state wildfire aviation surveillance program.

At a glance

What Bridger Aerospace makes

The company operates a fleet of roughly 21 to 23 aircraft, including Viking CL-415EAF Super Scooper amphibious firefighting planes and sensor-equipped surveillance aircraft, and holds ISO 9001 certification.

Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include LED, Interior (source: bridgeraerospace.com).

Certifications

Bridger Aerospace is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:

• ISO 9001 — einpresswire.com

Latest developments

• 2026-10-29 — Press Releases :: Bridger Aerospace Group Holdings, Inc. (BAER) (bridgeraerospace.com)

• 2026-07-27 — Bridger Aerospace Awarded $58 Million Contract with Texas A&M Forest Service to Build State Wildfire Aviation Surveillance Program - Bridger Aerospace (bridgeraerospace.com)

• 2026-05-11 — Bridger Aerospace Secures 160 Day Task Orders for Four of its Super Scoopers :: Bridger Aerospace Group Holdings, Inc. (BAER) (bridgeraerospace.com)

• 2026-03-03 — Bridger Aerospace Secures $18.6 Million 5-Year Contract in Alaska for U.S. Department of the Interior :: Bridger Aerospace Group Holdings, Inc. (BAER) (bridgeraerospace.com)

• 2025-12-30 — Bridger Aerospace Completes Purchase of Two Spanish Super Scoopers and Four Air Attack Aircraft, Positioning the Company for Expanded Contract Awards in 2026 :: Bridger Aerospace Group Holdings, Inc. (BAER) (bridgeraerospace.com)

• 2025-11-24 — Bridger Aerospace Secures Purchase Agreement for Two Spanish Super Scoopers, Bolstering Aerial Firefighting Power and Paving the Way for 2026 Expansion :: Bridger Aerospace Group Holdings, Inc. (BAER) (bridgeraerospace.com)

Facilities

Bridger Aerospace is headquartered in Bozeman, Montana. Public sources also reference these locations:

• Belgrade, Montana — bridgeraerospace.com

• Spokane, Washington — vikingair.com

Company details

Bridger Aerospace was founded by Tim Sheehy, a former U.S. Navy SEAL, and has a reported revenue band of $122.8M. Bridger Aerospace was founded in 2014, has an estimated 200-500 employees, and is headquartered in Bozeman, Montana. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & strong": 12 years in operation (founded 2014). Publicly listed; no distress event on record. Holds ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.

Frequently asked questions

What does Bridger Aerospace make?

Bridger Aerospace is a Bozeman, Montana-based company founded in 2014 that provides aerial wildfire surveillance, air attack, fire mapping, and firefighting services. Its employee count is in the 200-500 band, and it is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the ticker BAER. The company serves government agencies, including the U.S. Forest Service, and in July 2026 it was awarded a $58 million contract by the Texas A&M Forest Service to build a state wildfire aviation surveillance program.

Where is Bridger Aerospace headquartered?

Bridger Aerospace is headquartered in Bozeman, Montana.

When was Bridger Aerospace founded?

Bridger Aerospace was founded in 2014.

How big is Bridger Aerospace?

Bridger Aerospace has an estimated 200-500 employees, with revenue in the 122.8M range.

Is Bridger Aerospace publicly traded?

Publicly traded (NASDAQ: BAER). Public financial figures are drawn from its filings.

What certifications does Bridger Aerospace hold?

Bridger Aerospace lists ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.

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