Aviation Firefighters
Aviation Firefighters

Author: Nancy White

Publisher: Bearport Publishing

Published: 2014-01-01

Total Pages: 32

ISBN-13: 1627241485

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An airplane rolls down the runway and is about to take off when a fire erupts in the right engine. Within seconds, the cabin is engulfed in flames. The passengers and crew start to breathe in thick smoke. They need to be evacuated—and fast! In less than a minute, aviation firefighters arrive with their equipment, ready to battle the blaze and rescue the people trapped inside the plane. In Aviation Firefighters, dramatic, true stories will keep readers turning the pages as they learn firsthand how these tough, brave firefighters use their strength, quick thinking, and expert skills to battle deadly blazes. In addition, readers will go behind the scenes to learn how aviation firefighters train for their job so that they are ready to spring into action at a moment’s notice.

The Aviation Firefighter Handbook
The Aviation Firefighter Handbook

Author: Aviation Academy

Publisher:

Published: 2021-10-07

Total Pages: 223

ISBN-13:

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The Aviation Firefighter Handbook The ultimate guide and study for the aviation firefighting sector, packing over 200 detailed pages and high quality images, covering elements across the industry. Maintain Airport Fire Service Knowledge & Competencies. Gain Relevant Industry Information To Support And Aid Your Airport Firefighter Recruitment Campaign. Helpful Introduction To Airport Firefighting Before You Attend An Aviation Firefighting Training Course. High-Quality Images From The World Wide Recognised: 'International Fire Training Centre'. Insight Into The Challenging Aspects Of Aviation Firefighting. Local Authority Fire Services To Gain An Insight Into Aviation Firefighting. Supporting Education and study courses across the world, including - University of Wolverhampton BSc (Hons) Aviation Fire and Rescue, The Institution of fire Engineers IFE ( Level 3/4 certificate in aviation fire operations. Assisting ARFF crews from the United States completing NFPA and basic ARFF initial courses. --- A Look Inside - Elements Covering: Fire Science Extinguishing Agents / Media's Aircraft Engines & Construction Aviation Fuels Military Aircraft Airport Incident Command Dangerous Goods By Air Airport Emergency Categories Airport Familiarisation Aviation Airfield Safety Fire Service Pumps & Primers Firefighter Equipment --- This handbook compacts all the vital elements across the aviation fire service sector. Whether you're just starting out in your fire service career or looking for a reference aid to keep in your locker for the next study period, there really is nothing comparable on the market, --- Order this extremely high-quality training guidebook today!! --- Feedback '' I purchased this guide book to support my application process in becoming an airport fire-fighter, an extremely useful read and study, by looking over this manual before attending my aviation training course gave me confidence. I would highly recommend'' --- '' Ordered the handbook to help with my IFE level 3 in Aviation fire operations, Great help and very useful, would recommend to anyone looking to complete the IFE level 3 or 4 in Aviation fire operations as there is limited resources on the market, much easier to have the content in a single place than scrolling for hours through the Internet.''

General Aviation Firefighting for Structural Firefighters
General Aviation Firefighting for Structural Firefighters

Author: William R. Tackett

Publisher: Cengage Learning

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 214

ISBN-13: 9780766804067

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There are more than 17.000 general aviation airports in the United States. This text provides the basic training material for learning how to deal effectively and safely with a general aviation incident. Written by a 25-year service veteran with vast experience in the field, this book includes ample illustrations explaining an airport environment, how to establish vital communication links, the components of GA aircraft, coordination with other agencies, and the types of incidents that involve GA airports and aircraft. Case studies of incidents on and off airport property add vitality to the text. (Keywords: Firefighting)

Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting
Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting

Author: IFSTA

Publisher: Prentice Hall

Published: 2017-08-22

Total Pages: 638

ISBN-13: 9780134873947

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Airport Firefighters, Airport Driver Operators, and Airport Crew Chiefs will use this text to meet the most current NFPA, FARs, and ICAO requirements. The book includes: * 31 Skill Sheets NEW in this edition * Photos, Illustrations and Learning Activities - ALL NEW * Review Questions for all 12 chapters * Exam Prep for students is a separate item This book provides the information firefighters need to effectively perform the tasks for aircraft rescue and fire fighting and to complete airport firefighter certification. Content includes: * Familiarization with civilian and military aircraft * Airport familiarization * Operating structural and specialized aircraft fire fighting apparatus and equipment * Safety and aircraft Hazards * Airport fire and rescue communications * Rescue tools and equipment including gaining access to aircraft interiors * Aircraft fuels, aircraft components and extinguishing agents * Aircraft fire suppression and strategy and tactics including engines, auxiliary power units, wheel assemblies, and rocket engines * ARFF vehicle driver operator * Airport emergency planning * The theory and practice of aircraft fire fighting and rescue operations The information in this manual is intended to meet the requirements of NFPA 1003: Standard for Airport Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications (2015) NFPA 1002: Standard on Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications (2014) Chapter 9 requirements are also included. NFPA 402: Guide for Aircraft Rescue and Fire-Fighting Operations (2013) and NFPA 403: Standard for Aircraft Rescue and Fire-Fighting Services at Airports (2014) are referenced throughout the book. Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) 139.315, 139.317, and the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Airport Services Manual, Parts 1 and 7 training requirements are also included. Complete IFSTA Curriculum is a separate item and provided by IFSTA at no cost to qualified instructors.

Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting
Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting

Author: IFSTA

Publisher: International Fire Service Training Assn

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 452

ISBN-13: 9780879393236

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Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting provides basic information needed by firefighters to effectively perform the various tasks involved in aircraft rescue and fire fighting. Material covered includes qualifications for aircraft rescue and fire fighting (ARFF) personnel, aircraft and airport familiarization, safety and aircraft hazards, ARFF communications, extinguishing agents, ARFF apparatus, rescue tools and equipment, ARFF driver/operator, airport emergency planning, and ARFF strategic and tactical operations. Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting addresses the requirements of NFPAr 1003, Standard for Airport Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications (2005 edition). Additional material addresses the airport fire fighting apparatus covered in Chapter 9 of the 2008 edition of NFPAr 1002, Standard on Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications. Key parts of NFPAr 402, Guide for Aircraft Rescue and Fire-Fighting Operations (2008 edition), and NFPAr 403, Standard for Aircraft Rescue and Fire-Fighting Services at Airports (2008 edition), are also covered in this manual. Other materials included in this manual are those subjects included in the training requirements of Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) 139.315, 139.317, and 139.319.

Aerial Firefighting
Aerial Firefighting

Author: Wolfgang Jendsch

Publisher: Schiffer Military History

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780764330681

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Over 400 vivid color photos show aircraft used around the globe to fight forest and open-range fires. Includes fire-extinguishing planes known as airtankers, firefighting helicopters, transports, and direction and command planes essential to successful firefighting. Many rare, never-before-published images show firefighting aircraft in action. The detailed text provides technical descriptions of forest fire fighting and speculates on the future of firefighting aviation. This book is a must for every reader fascinated by aviation or firefighting.