Fire Detection and Extinguishers

Question 1

What areas on the 737 are equipped with fire detectors?

Answer 1

The areas are:
* Engines
* Lavatories
* Landing Gear Wheel-Wells
* APU
* Cargo Areas

Fire detectors are essential for early detection of fire in critical areas.

Question 2

What areas on the 737 have fire extinguishers?

Answer 2

The areas are:
* Both engines
* Cargo hold (shares 1 bottle)
* APU
* All 3 Lavatories

Fire extinguishers are crucial for immediate fire suppression.

Question 3

If a fire were to develop in the wheel-well, how could it be extinguished?

Answer 3

The pilots can lower the landing gear, allowing the airflow to blow the fire out.

This method utilizes airflow as a natural extinguishing agent.

Question 4

How many fire extinguisher bottles are there for the 2 engines?

Answer 4

2 total – one for each engine. However, both can be used on one engine if necessary.

This redundancy allows for flexibility in emergency situations.

Question 5

Does the APU have its own fire extinguisher?

Answer 5

Yes.

The APU is a critical component that requires dedicated fire suppression.

Question 6

How many hand-held fire extinguishers are in the passenger cabin?

Answer 6

6

Hand-held extinguishers are vital for passenger safety in case of fire.