Operate at an Aircraft Undercarriage Incident

Overview

About this course

3.0h$95

This course explains the design and construction characteristics of aircraft undercarriage systems, the hazards these systems present, and the actions to be employed at incidents in which undercarriages are involved. The course is mapped to and aligns with the following international standards:

CAA-UK, CAP699, ‘Framework for the competence of rescue and fire fighting service (RFFS) personnel.’
General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) United Arab Emirates, CAR Part XI, Sections 3.4.15 and 12.2.11.
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 402, ‘Guide for Aircraft Rescue and Fire-Fighting Operations’.
International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), Airport Services Manual Part 1, Rescue & Fire Fighting, Chapter 12, ‘Aircraft firefighting and rescue procedures’.

Competencies

Competencies obtained

On completion of this course participants will be able to:

Describe the purpose and basic design of aircraft undercarriage systems.
Identify the main components of an aircraft undercarriage system.
Recognize common causal factors associated with aircraft undercarriage incidents.
Identify hazards and hazardous zones associated with undercarriage systems, including the “aircraft undercarriage disintegration zone”.
Outline key safety measures to take when responding to aircraft undercarriage incidents.
Explain the range of fire suppression techniques suitable for incidents involving aircraft undercarriage systems.

Content

Course content

This course covers the following topics:

Introduction

Types of Landing Gear

Undercarriage System Components

Undercarriage Incidents – Casual Factors

Undercarriage Incidents - Hazards

Prevention and Safety Measures

Fire Suppression Techniques for Undercarriage Systems

Incident Case Studies

Enroling

Who should enrol?

Personnel involved in aircraft rescue and firefighting (ARFF) or emergency response activities.
Seasoned ARFF personnel looking to update and expand their knowledge.
Those looking to commence their career as an aviation rescue fire fighter.
Anyone seeking to build or refresh their knowledge and skills to perform effectively in an ARFF environment.

ARFF Fire Captain

Leads airport fire and rescue personnel, overseeing emergency response operations and ensuring safety and compliance standards.

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Yes – Ceventas, the company behind Klayo and the Online Learning Centre, is an ICAO TRAINAIR Plus member and all courses are accredited by Airports Council International (ACI).