FAIRCHILDAFBI21-102 — Crashed, Damaged Or Disabled Aircraft Recovery (cddar) Procedures

FAIRCHILDAFBI21-102 governs procedures for recovering crashed, damaged, or disabled aircraft during emergencies and mishaps.

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  • Publication number: FAIRCHILDAFBI21-102
  • Title: CRASHED, DAMAGED OR DISABLED AIRCRAFT RECOVERY (CDDAR) PROCEDURES
  • Date: 2023-04-11

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It addresses runway opening, prevention of secondary aircraft damage, evidence preservation, safety, and mishap-area access. It requires pre-briefs, personal protective equipment, aircraft safety verification, and precautions for composite materials and Hydrazine hazards.

Applies to: This FAFBI is applicable to all organizations that may be tasked to support aircraft recovery operations.

Topics covered

  • Runway operational recovery
  • Secondary aircraft damage prevention
  • Mishap evidence preservation
  • Composite material hazards
  • Hydrazine hazards
  • Aircraft stabilization
  • Personal protective equipment

Questions and answers

When is a pre-brief required for aircraft recovery?

A pre-brief is required before any recovery process/step established in the ARP. (paragraph 2)

When can personnel enter a mishap area?

DO NOT enter mishap area until authorized by the IC. (paragraph 3)

What must be verified before personnel wear protective equipment?

Verify BE has determined proper personal protective equipment and ensure personnel wear PPE accordingly. (paragraph 5)

What is prohibited when handling composite aircraft materials?

Many aircraft are constructed with composite materials; do not handle untreated composite materials. (paragraph 7)

What should happen if Hydrazine hazards are noticed during recovery?

For some Fighter Aircraft, Hydrazine hazards exist…if these hazards are noticed, stop recovery actions. (paragraph 8)

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