The AT-802F's is equipped with a 1,700hp (1,267kW) turbine engine, although for firefighting operations this is limited to 1,424hp (1,061kW). A supplementary type certificate allows the use of full power during emergency situations. The aircraft can carry up to 3,100 litres (682 Imp gals) of water of fire retardant, along with an additional internal 68-litre (150-lmp gals) tank for foam mix. A water or retardant pump on the ground is attached to two intake points on the fuselage to fill the aircraft. The AT-802F's undercarriage is strengthened for operations from unpaved airstrips.
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