Emergency Evacuation
Definition
The rapid deployment of passengers from an aircraft via emergency exits and slides
Related Terms
Airport Fire Station (ARFF)
Airport Rescue and Firefighting facility providing emergency response for aircraft incidents
Emergency Exit
A specially designed door or window on an aircraft that can be opened quickly for evacuation
Fire Suppression System
Aircraft systems designed to detect and extinguish fires in engines, cargo holds, and lavatories
Life Vest
A personal flotation device stored under each aircraft seat for use in water emergencies
Related Guides
Flight Attendant Career Path
What it takes to become a flight attendant — training, base life, bidding for routes, dealing with passengers, and the reality behind the glamour.
Airport Firefighter (ARFF)
Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting — the specialized training, rapid response protocols, and the unique challenges of fighting fires on aircraft.