A recent incident over the Palisades Fire in Los Angeles has resulted in the grounding of a Canadian ‘Super Scooper’ firefighting aircraft after it was struck by a civilian drone. This collision, which involved one of only two CL-415 Super Scooper planes deployed to combat the wildfires, has raised significant concerns among officials and the FAA, which is currently investigating the matter. Reports indicate that the drone was flying illegally when it collided with the firefighting aircraft, prompting a stern warning from the FAA. The incident underscores the potential dangers posed by unauthorized drones in emergency situations, particularly as wildfires wreak havoc and claim lives across the region.