Name of Course : AIRCRAFT FIRE PROTECTION AND FUEL SYSTEMS
Subject Code : xxxxx
Credit Value : xxx Contact Hours/Week : 3
Rationale for inclusion of the course in the program:
This course aimed at providing students with the various systems of turbine engine and their related
components.
Course Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course students should be able to:
1. Identify (C1) and describe (C1) the appropriate regulatory requirements relating to fire protection and
aircrafts fuel systems.
2. Explain the constructions, systems layout and components of the fire protection and aircrafts fuel
systems using appropriate drawings or schematic diagrams (C2).
3. Examine the operations of the fire protection and aircrafts fuel systems and their related
components using appropriate drawings and schematic diagrams (C4).
[Link] inspections(P4), trouble-shooting(P4) and replacements (P4) of the fire protection and
aircrafts fuel systems and components as per the relevant technical documents.
5. Perform servicing of the fire protection and aircrafts fuel systems and components as per the
relevant technical documents (C4, P3).
6. Perform all documentations relevant to the maintenance tasks carried out on an aircraft in
accordance with the appropriate regulatory requirements.(C4)
Synopsis
Student will be exposed to characteristics, construction, layouts and applications of the aircraft fire
detection and fire extinguishing system, as well as aircrafts fuel systems. Student will be assigned to
tasks required to ensure the continuing airworthiness of an aircraft including methods and procedures
for the inspection, testing, troubleshooting or defect rectification in accordance with the methods
prescribed in the relevant standards of airworthiness
Assessment Methods and Types
Assignment/Practical
Quizzes
50%
10%
Mid Term Examination 10%
Final Examination
TOTAL
30%
100%
TOPICS
1. GENERAL INTRODUCTION
1.1 Describe the fire triangle
1.2 Describe the classification of fire
1.3 Describe the meaning of the following terms associated with fire protection
1.4 Describe the construction, operation, testing, troubleshooting and maintenance of the following
types of fire detection system
1.5 Continuous element or pressure type sensor responder
1.6 Continuous loop (fire wire)
1.7 Thermal switch
1.8 Thermocouple
1.9 Infra red
1.10 Describe how engine fore zones are classified and give examples of each
1.11 Describe decontamination procedures after a fire bottle have been discharged
2. FIRE EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS
2.1 Describe typical helicopter fixed fire extinguishing systems
2.2 Describe typical portable fire extinguishers in aviation use
2.3 Describe the type of fire extinguisher used in relation to class of fire
2.4 Describe the following general classifications of fire detection systems
2.4.1 Spot-detection type
2.4.2 Continuous-loop type
2.5 Describe the construction, layout and principles of operation of the following fire surveillance
systems
2.5.1 Single-wire thermal switch
2.5.2 Two-wire thermal switch
2.5.3 Continuous loop (Kidde and Fenwal)
2.5.4 Pneumatic loop
2.5.5 Lindberg
2.5.6 Systron-Donner
2.5.7 Flame detector
2.5.8 Smoke detector
2.6 Describe the purpose, construction and operation of the dual loop system.
3. SYSTEM LAYOUTS, INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
3.1 Describe the operation, layout, troubleshooting, maintenance and safety precautions of typical
aircraft fire extinguishing systems and components.
3.2 Describe the inspection and maintenance requirements of both detection and extinguishing
systems including system tests
3.3 Where applicable, describe how each system is tested for serviceability
3.4 Describe how a reset function operates.
3.5 Describe how the Jetcal analyser may be used for testing the continuous loop fire detector.
3.6 Understand the general layout of a typical pod and pylon continuous loop fire detection system
with particular regard to the following
3.6.1 Sensing wire locations
3.6.2 Overheat control unit
3.6.3 Extinguisher discharge tube outlets
3.6.4 Diffuser orifice
3.6.5 Agent container
3.7 Describe the construction and testing of a fire bottle
3.8 From given information describe the testing of the various types of fire detection system
4. EXTINGUISHER AGENTS
4.1 Describe properties of extinguisher agents in relation to toxicity, corrosive and clean up
4.2 Describe the following fire extinguisher maintenance practices
4.2.1 Container pressure check
4.2.2 Discharge cartridges
4.2.3 Agent containers
4.3 Describe the advantages, disadvantages, conditions and precautions (as appropriate) of the
following extinguishing agents used on gas turbine engines and state where each is likely to be
used
4.3.1 Carbon dioxide
4.3.2 Methyl bromide
4.3.3 Chlorobromomethane
4.3.4 Bromotrifloromethane
4.3.5 Dibromodifloromethane
5. SMOKE DETECTION
5.1 Describe the construction and operation of the following smoke and toxic gas detection systems
5.1.1 Carbon monoxide
5.1.2 Photoelectric
5.1.3 Visual
5.1.4 Infra red
6. MASTER CENTRAL WARNING SYSTEMS
6.1 Describe the operation and indications (oral and visual) provided by typical master central
warning systems
7. FIRE EXTINGUISHING PROCEDURES- ATA 26
7.1 Describe the action to be taken by both the flight and ground crews when a fire occurs in the gas
path of an engine during start-up with particular regard to the requirement to maintain starter
motor operation
7.2 Describe the requirements for engine cleaning after the use of extinguishing agents on an
engine fire.
7.3 Describe how induction fire are extinguished during engine start or ground operation.
8. FIRE EXTINGUISHING PROCEDURES ATA 26
8.1 Describe the action to be taken by both the flight and ground crews when a fire occurs in the gas
path of an engine during start-up with particular regard to the requirement to maintain starter
motor operation
8.2 Describe the requirements for engine cleaning after the use of extinguishing agents on an
engine fire.
8.3 Describe how induction fire are extinguished during engine start or ground operation
9. BASIC REQUIREMENT OF FUEL SYSTEM UNDER FAR PART 23 AND TYPES OF FUEL AND FUEL
SYSTEM ATA 28
9.1 Basic fuel system requirement
9.2 Types of aviation fuel
9.2.1 Reciprocating engine fuel
9.2.2 Turbine engine fuel
9.3 Aircraft fuel system
9.3.1 Small engine aircraft fuel system
9.3.2 Small multi engine aircraft fuel system
9.3.3 Large reciprocating aircraft fuel systems
9.3.4 Jet transport aircraft fuel system
10. AIRCRAFT FUEL SYSTEM COMPONENTS-ATA 28-00
10.1 Fuel tanks
10.2 Fuel lines and fittings
10.3 Fuel valves
10.4 Fuel pumps
10.5 Fuel filters
10.6 Fuel heaters and ice prevention system
10.7 Fuel indicators
11. FUEL TANK REPAIR AND TESTING- ATA 28-10
11.1 Checking for fuel system contaminants
11.2 Fire hazards when fueling and de-fueling
11.3 Fueling and de-fueling Procedures
SHOP PRACTICAL ATA 28-20
PRACTICAL A 41 : Check and service fuel dump system
PRACTICAL A 42 : Perform fuel management transfer and fueling
PRACTICAL A 43 : Inspect, check and repair pressure fueling system
PRACTICAL A 44 : Repair aircraft fuel system components
PRACTICAL A 45 : Inspect and repair fuel quantity indicating system ATA 28-40
PRACTICAL A 46 : Troubleshooting, service and repair fluid pressure and temperature warning
system- ATA 26-10
PRACTICAL A 47 : Troubleshooting and repair aircraft fuel system ATA 28-20
PRACTICAL P11 : Inspect, check, service, troubleshoot and repair engine fire detection and
extinguishing systems (level 3)- ATA 26-20
PRACTICAL A 54 : Inspect, check, service smoke and carbon monoxide detection systems (level 1)
- ATA 26-10
PRACTICAL A 55 : Inspect, check, service, troubleshoot and repair aircraft fire detection and
extinguishing systems (level 3) ATA 26-20
Reference:
1. Sanderson, J. (2004). A & P Technician: Powerplant Textbook. Englewood, CO: Sanderson
Training System.
2. CAAIP (Civil Aircraft Airworthiness Inspection Procedures)
3. Glencoe Aviation Technology Series Aircraft Powerplants Seventh Edition McGraw-Hill New
York