RESCUE & FIRE FIGHTING SERVICES

Question 1

What is the AD category for fire fighting services and what additional categories are available?

Answer 1

Standard Fire Fighting Category: RFF Category A7
Additional Categories: RFF Category 8 and 9 available on request (24 hours prior notice required)

Question 2

What rescue equipment is available at the site?

Answer 2

• Air Bags and Inflation Equipment: 15 and 26 tonnes lifting capacity
• Synthetic Roadway Panel: 2000 x 1000 mm
• NLG Turnable Assembly: 30 tonne capacity
• Sledge Movement System
• De-Bogging/Hauling Kit: 50 tonne capacity

Question 3

What is the capability for the removal of disabled aircraft and the contact details for assistance?

Answer 3

Removal Capability: Up to 50,000 kg
Contact: 028-9448 4313 (Airport Duty Manager) H24

Notes:
National airlines and larger independent airlines should plan to fly in appropriate salvage equipment and be part of the airline pooling arrangement or have other recovery procedures in place.
Operators of smaller aircraft or GA aircraft will be required to use the assistance of Executive Air Charter (if unable to remove the aircraft themselves) and will be charged accordingly.