Jet Fixed-Wing, Rotary-Wing and Tilt-Rotor Aircraft

Question 1

Knowledge of accessibility to the accessory section compartments or application of the extinguishing agent
must be gained by aircraft familiarization. (True or False)

Answer 1

True

Question 2

What type of agent is recommended to be use to extinguish accessory section compartments fires?

Answer 2

Halon 1211 or CO2

Question 3

When AFFF is used as the fire suppression agent on an aircraft fire and the agent is directed or ingested into the engine or accessory sections, the Fire Chief or Senior Fire Official shall notify the Maintenance Officer
of the unit involved or, in the case of a transient aircraft, the supporting facility. (True or False)

Answer 3

True