Aircraft Flashcards
1
Q
What types of aircraft are there?
A
- fixed wing aircraft
- rotary wing
- hot air balloons
- airships
- gliders
- remotely piloted systems
- microlights
2
Q
What is the initial stage?
A
En route: - Accuracy of location - request tactical advisers and specialist advice On arrival: - safe approach to gather information - identify causalities - indenting hazards and apply control measures - apple cordons
3
Q
The hazards of an aircraft?
A
- engines
- fuel system
- aircraft undercarriages
- aircraft evacuation slides
- aircraft ballistic recovery
- electrical systems
- liquid oxygen system
- radar systems and aerials
- radioactive materials
- hydraulic or cable systems
- cargo deck
- aircraft construction
4
Q
Aircraft engine hazards?
A
- moving fans
- propellers
- jet engine air intake and exhaust zones
- projectile hazards
- noise
- high temperatures
- oils
- electrical supply
- pressurised fuel system
- numerous metals, alloys and polymer compositors
- risk of being drawn into engine and being injured as a result of propeller strike
5
Q
Fuel system hazards
A
- pressurised fuel lines
- varying degrees of flammability
- extreme radiated heat
- running fuel and pool fires
- un-ingnited fuel
- flammable atmosphere
- environmental impact
6
Q
Aircraft undercarriages hazards?
A
- structural instability or collapse
- hydraulic fluid leaks
- ram air turbine deployment (Rat)
- tyres bursting
7
Q
Aircraft evacuation slides hazards?
A
- physical obstruction
- unstable in strong winds
- May deploy when aircraft door is opened
- May injure people outside the aircraft when deploying
- May displace firefighting ladders when deploying
8
Q
Helicopter hazards?
A
- automatically deployable emergency locator transmitters
- moving main and tail rotor blades
- water actuated devices
Controls measures: - request that the water actuated device or ADELT is isolated and made safe
- avoid applying water or foam if either a water actuated device or ADELT is present
9
Q
What is planned stage?
A
- control source of ignition
- attack fires from upwind
- ensure safety of survivors
- consider the effects of location on equipment logistics, casualties and welfare personnel
- consider alternative means of access such as using specialist vehicles or cutting fences
- consider appointing a marshalling officer to manage the logistics of emergency response vehicles at the Sven, rendezvous points and strategic holding areas
10
Q
What is protracted stage?
A
- crew rotation and reliefs
- at protracted incidents consider provision of rest facilities, toilets, refreshments and shelter
- support from voluntary services
- shelter/support for casualties/ displaced residents
- consider need for post-incident health surveillance
- post incident welfare debrief
11
Q
Types of military aircraft?
A
- small aircraft
- remotely piloted aircraft
- larger passenger or cargo aircraft
- jets
- helicopters
12
Q
What should a incident commander do on the way to a incident involving a military aircraft
A
- request RAF regional liaison officer
- consider requesting assistance from military agencies
- appliances should park uphill and upwind in order to avoid split fuel and fuel vapours
13
Q
What must you do on arrival at a military aircraft incident?
A
- consider risk from all on board hazards
- determine if any rescues are required
- approach in full view of the aircrew
- implement appropriate cordons
14
Q
List some hazards of a military aircraft?
A
- aircraft construction
- aircraft assisted escape system (AAES)
- ejection seats
- cockpit canopies
- miniature detonating cord (MDC)
- explosives
- noise
- liquid oxygen
- fuels
- ammunition
- radar systems
15
Q
Military aircraft construction hazards?
A
- toxicity
- small fibres May be repairable
- contamination
- conductivity
- large fibres cause needle stick injuries
