Avalanche Mitigation Services was incorporated in 2005 by John Brennan- an Avalanche and Explosive Specialist. Our products and services are geared toward solving your Avalanche Control problems. Besides Avalanche Consulting, our company produces a cost effective, state of the art Avalauncher and projectile system. Other applications that call for a precision Air Cannon can easily be achieved. Our number 1 goal is customer satisfaction- please contact us for all of your needs.


TESTIMONIALS:


January 14, 2009

The Colorado Department of Transportation has purchased two of the Falcon GT Avalauncher and a third is on order.

We have found these avalaunchers to be safe, efficient and very dependable. It is obvious that Mr. Brennan has put safety as a priority in building these devices. Mr. Brennan has responded to any concerns and questions about these avalaunchers in a timely manner.
 
Ray Mumford
Avalanche Coordinator and Trainer
Colorado Department of Transportation. 

webmaster note: Mr. Mumford has been with the Colorado Department of Transportation for 35 years and has been working with various Avalaunchers for 26 of those years. He is currently the State Highway Department's Avalanche Coordinator and Trainer.  CDOT owns Falcon GTs 005, 006 and 007 and 010.


To: John Brennan, Avalanche Mitigation Services.

From: Jamie Pierce, Snow Safety Program Director, Kensington Gold Mine-Coeur Alaska Inc.

Avalanche Protection Services specifically John Brennan sold us our Falcon GT Avalauncher in the summer of 2007.

John’s attention to safety and functionality while designing the Avalauncher has proven itself well over hundreds of rounds we have shot using our Launcher. It has a nearly flawless maintenance record. Needless to say we have had a high degree of success, thus happiness with the entire system not mention its ease of use.

Additionally John has been prompt in returning calls and easy to deal with in all phases of our continued interactions. I would be happy to recommend this product and John to anyone interested in a solid performing launching platform such as the Falcon GT.
Regards,

Jamie Pierce,

IFMGA Mountain Guide
Snow Safety Program Director, Coeur Alaska, Inc.

webmaster note: Coeur AK owns Falcon GT 002.


The Sun Valley Ski Patrol purchased a Falcon GT Avalauncher from Avalanche Mitigation Services in the summer of 2007 and  it was placed into service for the 2007-2008 winter season. The purchase of the Falcon was a major upgrade from our Circa 1974 MK avalauncher. We built our new gun platform from the specs supplied by AMS and installed the gun. After firing just a few "dummy" rounds through the gun to get an idea for shot pressure and target acquisition as compared to the MK, we were using live rounds during control mornings. We have a 3 person gun crew but with the ease of use of the falcon, the gun could easily be operated by a single gunner. 

This is our second season with the Falcon and summer storage and routine maintenance is easy to understand and perform. As of today, we have had no problems and have needed no repairs. We are completely satisfied with our purchase of the Falcon and would not hesitate to recommend it to anyone in need of an avalauncher for their avalanche control needs. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me during normal patrol hours Monday-Friday at Sun Valley Ski Patrol Head Quarters-208.622.6262 or on my cell anytime at-208.309.0392.

Sincerely,
Mike Davis 
Lead Gunner, S.V.S.P

webmaster note: Sun Valley owns Falcon GT 004.


Dear JB and Avalanche Mitigation Services,
I thought that I would drop you a note and tell you that Arapahoe Basin Ski Area has been very happy with the performance and quality of our Falcon GT Avalauncher. The “gun” was the most economical solution to our snow safety needs and has been instrumental in the development and opening of the Expert terrain in Montezuma Bowl. After evaluating a number of options, the Falcon GT has met our needs and we look forward to its’ use for years to come. JB, you have also responded to inquiries in a timely fashion and have offered advice freely. Thanks!

Sincerely,
leif
Leif Eric Borgeson
Snow Safety Director
Arapahoe Basin Ski Area

webmaster note: Arapahoe Basin owns Falcon GT 003.


John;

I would just like to confirm that it was a pleasure dealing with you over the purchase of the X2000M air cannon.  The photographs you sent of the cannon accurately depicted the condition of the cannon, there was no unforeseen damage.  The price we negotiated was reasonable.  The communications between us were always good, even when I could not reach you on your cell phone due to local coverage; I always received a prompt reply later in the day.   The shipping of the cannon was as described and was both prompt and efficient.  Having had some severe problems dealing with other vendors of air cannons I can only state that it was a pleasure dealing with someone who was so professional in how he conducted his business.
 
Best Regards.
 
Jonathan S. Kelly
Senior Engineer I Power Systems Group
 
Qinetis North America I Foster-Miller Inc.
Technology Solutions Group
350 Second Ave
Waltham MA 02451


To: BRENNAN, JOHN

John,
 
    Just wanted to send a letter of gratitude for the technical support you provided us on our McCracken Avalauncher last week.  Your education and credentials speak for themselves, but what you don’t see in those is the man and the person.  In our conversations and email communications what came through to me was your willingness to help others, to take time out of your busy schedule to offer guidance and technical support to someone who doesn’t even own one of your guns.  These are the intangible traits that, I am sure, will continue to make you and your business extremely successful in your field.
 
With great respect and deepest regards,
 
Matthew M. Mierzejewski
Surface Services Supervisor
Freeport-McMoran Copper and Gold
Climax Molybdenum
Henderson Mine
1746 Cty Rd 202
Empire, CO 80438


Wow!  That sure beats skinning and hiking through rocks and deep powder.  We've had 17" since this storm started yesterday afternoon, and while we didn't move any snow, I sure feel better about opening the moraine.  The launcher worked awesome! 

Thanks again,

John Millslagle  Snow Safety Director, Mt. Bachelor 

Webmaster note: Mt. Bachelor owns Falcon GT 008.


Hi John,

    We just fired the launcher for the first time last Tuesday. I have fired thousand of launcher rounds from all sorts of guns.  Yours is by far the best.  You beautifully addressed all of the things that drove me crazy for years. Congratulations and thanks.
                       
    Rick Owsley built us a trailer right on par with your launcher. Tanks and tube stored below the deck.  Jacks with crampons!  Nice tool boxes and it is very stable. If anyone would like one built Rick is interested in building another and gets my highest recommendations.

    I don't think ITD will be buying another gun right now but if we do I would want a Falcon. 

Cheers,
            Bill Nicholson
            ITD Lead Avalanche Forecaster
            208-259-3336 office
 
Webmaster note: Idaho Department of Transportation owns Falcon GT 009.

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