Two large air tankers will be based at Avalon Airport over the fire season.
The aerial firefighting fleet for the summer have been unveiled, with 54 aircraft to be based across the state.
The Victorian government says the fleet can be moved to areas according to risk.
It comes as the latest Australian Seasons Bushfire Outlook for summer shows south-west and western Victoria, including parts of the Otways, are at an increase risk of fire.
Emergency Management Commissioner Tim Wiebusch said they had already seen how important aircraft were in supporting emergency services fighting blazes.
“The remainder of the fleet will play an important role in supporting communities across the state over the coming months,” he said,
“Our emergency services will continue to do everything they can to support our communities, but it’s important to have a fire plan and listen to warnings and advice.
“If you haven’t downloaded or practiced using the VicEmergency app, now is the time to do so.”
