FERG - Aircraft Flashcards
General Aircraft Safety Concerns
- Beware of unfired Ballistic Parachute Systems (BPS) or ballistic recovery systems (brs) fitted to the fuselage of light aircraft. Seek specialist advice when performing operations near crashed/downed aircraft
- Military aircraft may carry live ordinance. There is also danger of undeployed pilot ejection seat/canopy jettison systems
- Only approach aircraft if given visual clearance by the pilot/all caution is taken
Safety around Propeller Craft (wings)
- Maintain clear distance of 5m radius from front of plane
- Approach spinning propellers from rear only
- Do not interfere with inactive propellers
- Do not walk under wings
Safety around Jet Enging Craft
- Ensure ear protection is worn
- Isolate fuel supply and shut down engine
- Avoid blast area (rear of engines) at all times
- Maintain 8m clearance from jet intake area
Safety around Helicopters
- Approach and leave helicopter in crouched position in front view of pilot
- Approach from downhill side only on uneven ground
- Carry all equipment below waist level
*ON 23/24 EXAMS
Generic Actions for an aircraft incident
AIRMEN
- Approach from either nose or tail directing lines down sides of fuselage, avoiding the wheel area. Dry powder must be used for wheels/brakes
- 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 fire fighters
- Evacuate passengers from the aircraft immediately. Attend to fire/fuel spill
- Next appliance on scene acts as back up to support crew or provides extra water/foam
*ON 23/24 EXAMS
Aircraft Categories
Level 1 - Up to 18 seats
Level 2 - Up to 215 seats
Level 3 - Up to 450 seats
