Aviation

Question 1

What does the Acronym AIRMEN stand for?

Answer 1

APPROACH - from either nose or tail directing lines down sides of fuselage

INSULATE/ISOLATE -passenger/crew areas from fire using foam or water sprays

Clear RESCUE access path to the door through application of foam/water sprays

MAINTAIN path to enable escape route for passengers or access path for FF

EVACUATE passengers from plane immediately, attend to fire/fuel spill

NEXT APPLIANCE on scene acts as back up to support crew or provide extra water/foam

Question 2

What does the term ‘air side’ mean ?

Answer 2

Part of an airport outside of the terminal that gives direct access to the tarmac/apron

Question 3

What are the 2 main dangers for firefighters when responding to a hot air balloon
incident?

Answer 3

• Close proximity to power lines
• Possible involvement of fuel cylinders (propane) in a fire

Question 4

List the 2 types of fuel used in aviation and identify the type of engines in which they
are used?

Answer 4

1. AVGAS, aviation gasoline-for piston type engines
2. AVTUR, aviation turbine fuel-kerosene based

Question 5

In the event of an incident, what is the role of FRV firefighters in providing support to
the ARFF?

Answer 5

• Firefighter resources/rescue capability
• Firefighting water
• Remain in designated staging area
• Other duties as directed by incident controller

Question 6

What is the min distance you must stay away from the front of an air intake on a jet
engine?

Answer 6

8M

Question 7

List the safety rules when approaching helicopters?

Answer 7

• Stay in pilots view at all times
• Wait until pilot gives signal to approach
• Approach and leave helicopter from lowest downslope side
• Always carry tools, stretchers and objects horizontally near helicopters
• don’t wear hats