Erickson Incorporated and Sikorsky has signed a development agreement aimed at tackling the future of firefighting in the 21st century. Erickson will work to develop the next generation of nighttime firefighting solutions, integrating Sikorsky's MATRIX™ Autonomy Technology into a digitally enabled fire management system never-before used in night firefighting. With next generation flight controls and navigation systems powered by MATRIX™, Erickson will enhance cockpit awareness and flight crew safety during day and night operations. Erickson's goal is to enhance customers' existing firefighting strategy, using technology to improve safety and protect lives, homes, and property. Currently nighttime firefighting is complex and dangerous, making for a massive challenge in the market that needs to be solved in the safest way possible. Both legacy manufacturers are committed to developing a safe alternative to night vision goggles, providing new and innovative ways to enhance the safety for pilots not yet used in the commercial market. This endeavor will be cost effective, executed in the safest manner in order to tackle the fires – at night.