IFSTA’s Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting, 7th Edition was developed with all fire protection organizations in mind. It addresses the use of both structural and ARFF apparatus and equipment, covers responses to civilian and military aircraft incidents, and introduces the theory and practice of aircraft fire fighting and rescue operations.

This edition provides the essential information firefighters need to meet the job performance requirements contained in NFPA 1010: Standard for Fire Fighter; Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator; Airport Fire Fighter; Marine Fire Fighting for Land-Based Fire Fighters; and Facility Fire Brigade Member Professional Qualifications, 2024 Edition.

Key Updates and Changes Include:

• Inclusion of discussion questions to reinforce key content
• New and updated skills sheets
• Updated fire behavior based on the latest research from UL-FSRI
• Updated content on the use of foam including Synthetic Fluorine Free Foam
• Added content on aircraft electrical hazards, the use of elevated waterways, gas cooling, and lithium battery fires