Glossary
Safety & Regulations
Fire Suppression System
Definition
Aircraft systems designed to detect and extinguish fires in engines, cargo holds, and lavatories
Related Terms
Airport Fire Station (ARFF)
Airport Rescue and Firefighting facility providing emergency response for aircraft incidents
Emergency Evacuation
The rapid deployment of passengers from an aircraft via emergency exits and slides
Turbofan Engine
A jet engine that uses a ducted fan to produce thrust, the most common type on commercial aircraft
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