Air Force 1st Fighter Wing Conducts Aircraft Firefighting and Rescue Training

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters, Reporter Yoon Jamin] The Air Force 1st Fighter Wing announced on the 22nd that it conducted a weekly aircraft firefighting and rescue training to enhance firefighting capabilities and familiarize personnel with emergency response procedures in case of an aircraft fire.

The training began with a simulated scenario where an F-5 aircraft veered off the runway during landing and caught fire.

Upon receiving the report of the aircraft fire, the firefighting unit immediately issued an emergency alarm and dispatched four fire trucks and 17 firefighters.

Upon arrival at the scene, the firefighters checked the wind direction and positioned themselves with their backs to the wind, focusing water spray on the aircraft's engine and fuel tank areas, which posed an explosion risk, preventing further damage.

Subsequently, rescue personnel secured an access route and quickly entered the aircraft to rescue the pilot.

The training concluded with extinguishing the remaining flames and checking for any personnel or equipment abnormalities.

Through this training, firefighters mastered the procedures for handling aircraft fire situations and pilot rescue, ensuring thorough preparedness for mission execution in emergencies.

Master Sergeant Kim Hyojung (Firefighting and Rescue Unit Commander) stated, “Aircraft firefighting and rescue training is essential to develop the ability to respond to aircraft fire situations, save pilots' lives, and prevent additional aircraft damage. Through realistic training, we will do our best to protect the core assets of airspace defense and maintain a solid combat readiness capable of immediate deployment in emergencies.”

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