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Port Of Seattle memorandum dated November 3, 1981, from Oris W. Dunham, Jr., Director of Aviation, to Richard D. Ford, Executive Director, regarding Crash Fire Rescue (CFR) vehicles Red 193 and Red 196 at Sea-Tac Airport. Documents chronic maintenance history of two CFR vehicles purchased in 1977 from a Canadian firm at $350,000 each, which have been out of service approximately 20% of the time due to deficiencies in water tank, electrical system, transmission, front axle, pumps, and front wheel spindles. Estimated $170,000 per vehicle needed for repairs; recommends procurement of two replacement vehicles ($335,000–$425,000 each) plus a new Rapid Intervention Vehicle (RIV) capable of delivering 500 pounds of dry chemical extinguishing agent. Funding of $1 million in 1982 Airport 5 Year Capital Budget plus proceeds from sale of Red 193 and Red 196. FAA inspection reports for two consecutive years recommended RIV acquisition.