Hot Brakes SOG Flashcards
What pressure can aircraft tires exceed?
200+ psi
What gas are aircraft tires typically filled with?
Nitrogen
What is a visual sign of minor temperature in hot brakes?
Heat waves and light blue smoke
What is a visual sign of extreme temperature in hot brakes?
Open flames and heavy dark smoke
How should crews approach hot brakes?
At a 45º angle with full PPE and SCBA
Where should wheel temperatures be taken from?
The rim of the wheel assembly
What should not be used to measure hot brake temps?
The actual brake assembly
What should IC confirm before approach?
Whether engines are running or shut off
What allows pilot to release the brakes?
Chocking the nose gear
How many ARFF crew members must approach a hot brake situation?
Minimum of 2
What should be done with non-combat personnel during hot brake events?
Evacuated from immediate area
What should be used to assist cooling in minor temperature cases?
Fans and remote parking location
What is the safer alternative to fans for rising brake temperatures?
Water mist using fog pattern
What can create a safe cooling mist?
CFR unit turret or booster line on full fog (not aimed directly)
Can a booster line be used to fight a wheel fire?
No, only for mist cooling
What should be used for extreme temperature wheel fires?
Large volumes of water from a distance using turrets
What size handlines are acceptable for fighting wheel fires?
1½ inch or larger
From what position must handlines approach a wheel fire?
Fore or aft at a 45º angle
What should be used if fuel cell is compromised?
AFFF foam blanket and water
How far must firefighters stay from a suspect hot tire or rim?
At least 25 feet (7.6 meters)
What area must never be entered during a hot brake situation?
Shaded areas shown in Appendix A
What additional crew may IC request during approach?
Standby crew with charged hoseline
What should IC do after receiving wheel temperature info?
Provide further instructions
Who approves the location where AC should park for cooling?
ARFF personnel, ATCT, and Airfield Ops
