Adair is a five-letter term that is associated with the fire-fighting legend Red. Adair was the surname of the legendary firefighter, Red Adair, who was known for his bravery and skill in fighting oil well fires. He was born in 1915 in Houston, Texas and worked in the oil industry for over 50 years. He was famous for his daring rescues and extinguishing of some of the world's most dangerous fires. He was awarded numerous awards and honors for his service and bravery.