Aircraft Debris Pile/Running Fuel Fires

Question 1

Aircraft Debris Pile/Running Fuel Fires, this type of three-dimensional fire normally results during catastrophic
aircraft crashes when the fuselage and wing fuel cells have been torn open. (True or False)

Answer 1

True

Question 2

Aircraft debris pile/running fuel fire, allow aerated fuel to rain downward and into deep-seated aircraft debris,
which often ________ the fire from direct attack by AFFF hose teams.

Answer 2

Shields

Question 3

In addition to AFFF flush deck zones activated at the scene, at least _____ _______ _________ shall be activated.

Answer 3

One upwind zone

Question 4

Which approach is best suited by MFFV operators and AFFF Hose Teams to extinguish outlying pool and residual
fires?

Answer 4

With the wind at their backs

Question 5

Hose Teams should attack the fire from a ____ angle when able.

Answer 5

45 degrees

Question 6

As containment of the fire is achieved, the _______ _________ should assemble his Hose Teams close together
for a coordinated attack on the weakest and most advantageous point of approach to the debris fire.

Answer 6

Scene Leader

Question 7

To provide high-point cooling what position should nozzles be in to block radiant heat?

Answer 7

Wide fog pattern

Question 8

Hose Teams approach should be dedicated to getting as close to the seat of the running fuel fires as possible. (True or False)

Answer 8

True

Question 9

Crash Crewman with portable ______ ______ or _____ extinguisher may enter between the two center low-point AFFF Hose Teams and expel a full charge of extinguishing agent.

Answer 9

Halon 1211, PKP

Question 10

AFFF Hose Teams shall continue cooling all fire-related debris to prevent reflash from deep-seated embers or super-heated metal parts until directed by the _______ _______ or competent authority to secure.

Answer 10

Scene Leader