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| **Subject:** GUIDE         | **Date:** 09/24/07  | **AC No.:**       |
| SPECIFICATION FOR AIRCRAFT |                     | 150/5220-10D      |
| RESCUE AND FIRE FIGHTING   | **Initiated by:**   |                   |
| VEHICLES                   | AAS-100             | **Change:**       |
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1.  **PURPOSE.** This advisory circular (AC) contains information,
    references and guidelines for a family of aircraft rescue and fire
    fighting (ARFF) vehicles. Vehicles meeting this standard satisfy
    Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 139, *Certification
    of Airports,* and meet the requirements for airport response to
    aircraft fire fighting.

2.  **CANCELLATION.** AC 150/5220-10C, *Guide Specification for
    Water/Foam Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting Vehicles*, dated
    February 18, 2002, and AC 150/5220-19, *Guide Specification for
    Small, Dual Agent Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Vehicles*, dated
    December 7, 1993, and Engineering Brief No. 71, *Modification to
    Standard for Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting Vehicles*, Dated
    February 01, 2006, are canceled.

3.  **APPLICATION.** The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
    recommends the use of National Fire Protection Association Standard
    (NFPA) 414, 2007 edition, *Standard for Aircraft Rescue and
    Fire-Fighting Vehicle;* and NFPA 1901, 2003 Edition, *Standard for
    Automotive Fire Apparatus;* and this publication for the preparation
    of ARFF vehicle specifications. This AC does not constitute a
    regulation and in general is not mandatory. However, use of these
    guidelines is mandatory for ARFF vehicles funded under Federal grant
    assistance programs. Mandatory terms such as "must" apply only to
    those who purchase ARFF vehicles using Airport Improvement Program
    (AIP) or Passenger Facility Charge Program (PFC) funds. In the event
    of a conflict, Part 139 takes precedence over all other documents
    identified in the AC. Features or design details not listed as
    required or optional in this document are not considered necessary
    unless a justification acceptable to the FAA is provided. If there
    are no additions, exceptions or amendments noted, then the standards
    of NFPA 414 are applicable.

4.  **PRINCIPAL CHANGES.**

    a.  AC 150/5220-19, *Guide Specification for Small, Dual Agent
        Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting Vehicles,* has been
        incorporated into AC 150/5220-10.

    b.  NFPA 414 has been adopted by reference.

    c.  Foam/dry chemical/clean agent simultaneous delivery systems and
        compressed air foam systems have been incorporated.

    d.  Remanufactured ARFF vehicle standards are incorporated.

    e.  Clothing and tools have been removed.

    f.  Training devices have been incorporated.

    g.  Interior Access Vehicles have been incorporated.

5.  **METRIC UNITS.** To promote an orderly transition to metric units,
    this AC contains both English and metric dimensions. The metric
    conversions may not be exact metric equivalents and, until there is
    an official changeover to the metric system, the English dimensions
    will govern.

6.  **COPIES OF THIS AC.** The Office of Airport Safety and Standards
    makes ACs available to the public through the Internet. These ACs
    may be found through the FAA home page (www.faa.gov). A printed copy
    of this and other ACs can be ordered from the U.S. Department of
    Transportation, Subsequent Business Office, Ardmore East Business
    Center, 3341 Q 75^th^ Avenue, Landover, MD 20785.

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DAVID L. BENNETT

Director of Airport Safety and Standards

**NOTE:** *The numbering system listed in this advisory directly
corresponds to chapters in the NFPA 414.0 2007 edition. To properly use
this document, first refer to NFPA 414.0 for the base requirements then
refer to this advisory for the any additions, exceptions or amendments
(see Chapter Three below for definitions). To access the NFPA Standard,
visit www.nfpa.org.*

**CHAPTER ONE:** **ADMINISTRATION**

## ADDITION: 1.1 {#addition-1.1 .Style-Heading-2-+-Bold}

All remanufactured ARFF vehicles must meet the standards of this AC.
Remanufactured ARFF vehicles must not exceed 75% of the cost of new
manufactured vehicles of the same class with comparable options.
Remanufacturing costs that exceed 75% of a new vehicle are not
considered best value engineering for federal funding.

## ADDITION: 1.3.4 {#addition-1.3.4 .Style-Heading-2-+-Bold}

Vehicles must be painted and marked per the standards of AC 150/5210-5,
*Painting, Marking, and Lighting of Vehicles Used on an Airport*.

# Chapter Three: Definitions

## ADDITION: {#addition .Style-Heading-2-+-Bold}

1.  Specific terms that apply to this AC are listed below:

-   **ADDITION:** A new item has been added to the standard in the
    reference document.

-   **EXCEPTION:** A restriction has been imposed on the standard in the
    reference document.

-   **AMENDMENT:** Subject matter has been rewritten to modify part or
    all of the original text of the reference document.

2.  Vehicle Classes:

-   Performance requirements for classes 1, 2 and 3 vehicles follow the
    NFPA 414 Performance requirements for 120 and 528 gallons.

-   Performance requirements for class 4 vehicles follow the NFPA 414
    Performance requirements for 528 and 1585 gallons.

-   Performance requirements for class 5 vehicles follow the NFPA 414
    Performance requirements for 1585 gallons.

Table 1. Usable Capacities

  ----------- -------------- --------------- ----------------- ---------------
  **Class of  **Water or                     **Dry Chemical\*  
  Vehicle**   Water/Foam                     or Approved Clean 
              Solution**                     Agent             
                                             Equivalent**      

              **Gallons      **Liters**      **Pounds**        **Kilograms**
              (U.S.)**                                         

  1           120            454             500               225

  2           300            1,136           500               225

  3           500            1,900           500               225

  4           1,500          5,685           See 14 CFR Part   
                                             139, Para 139.317 

  5           3,000 to 4,500 11,360 to       See 14 CFR Part   
              in 500 gallon  17,035 in 1,900 139, Para 139.317 
              increments     liter                             
                             increments                        
  ----------- -------------- --------------- ----------------- ---------------

\*500 lbs of Sodium based dry chemical or 450 lbs Potassium based dry
chemical (i.e. Purple K Powder) or 460 lbs clean agent.

# Chapter Four: Aircraft Rescue and Fire-Fighting Vehicles 

14 CFR 139.317 requires at least one vehicle to be equipped with dry
chemical or approved clean agent regardless of airport index. Approved
equivalent complementary agent systems referenced in Chapter 3 are
acceptable optional additions to the basic vehicle when dictated by
local operational needs.

**NOTE:** *Commercially manufactured chassis used to manufacture Class
1, 2 and 3 vehicles must comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety
Standards (FMVSS). If NFPA requirements are more demanding, they take
precedence.*

## ADDITION: 4  {#addition-4 .Style-Heading-2-+-Bold}

All moving parts requiring routine lubrication must have a means of
providing for such lubrication. There must be no pressure lubrication
fittings where their normal use would damage grease seals or other
parts.

## AMENDMENT: 4.2.1.2.1 (2).and (3)  {#amendment-4.2.1.2.1-2.and-3 .Style-Heading-2-+-Bold}

Class 1, 2 and 3 vehicles are exempt from this requirement.

## ADDITION: 4.2.2.3 {#addition-4.2.2.3 .Style-Heading-2-+-Bold}

Class 4 and 5 vehicles must be provided with mirrors that effectively
cover the blind spot area in front of the vehicle that is not within the
operator's direct view.

## ADDITION: 4.3 {#addition-4.3 .Style-Heading-2-+-Bold}

The engine and transmission must operate efficiently and without
detrimental effect to any drive train components when lubricated with
standard, commercially available lubricants per the recommendations of
the engine and transmission manufacturers.

The engine oil and transmission fluid filters must be of the full-flow
type with a replaceable spin-on element for class 4 and 5 vehicles.

## AMENDMENT: 4.3.3.5.1 {#amendment-4.3.3.5.1 .Style-Heading-2-+-Bold}

For class 1, 2 and 3 vehicles (refer to Table 1) sufficient capacity
must be provided for a minimum of 100 miles (160 km) of highway travel
at 60 MPH (97 kph) and 1 hour of pumping at the full rated discharge if
the foam/water agent discharge system is engine driven.

## AMENDMENT: Table 4.1.1 (a) and (b) {#amendment-table-4.1.1-a-and-b .Style-Heading-2-+-Bold}

Evasive Maneuver test must be conducted at 35 MPH (56 KPH).

## AMENDMENT: Table 4.1.1 (c), (d), and 3b (a).  {#amendment-table-4.1.1-c-d-and-3b-a. .Style-Heading-2-+-Bold}

For class 1, 2 and 3 vehicles nozzle flow rate must be ≥ 60 GPM.

## Addition: 4.6 {#addition-4.6 .Style-Heading-2-+-Bold}

An off-road, high-mobility suspension system resulting in no more than
0.5 g rms acceleration at the driver's seat of the vehicle when
traversing an 8-inch (20 cm) diameter half round at 35 mph (56 kph) must
be provided.

The suspension design by which the manufacturer meets the suspension
performance requirements is at the manufacturer's discretion.

## AMENDMENT: 4.11.5.1(3) {#amendment-4.11.5.13 .Style-Heading-2-+-Bold}

Crew seats with individual retractable 3 point restraint seatbelts.

## AMENDMENT: 4.11.5.1 (11). {#amendment-4.11.5.1-11. .Style-Heading-2-+-Bold}

Not applicable to Class 1, 2, and 3 vehicles.

## ADDITION: 4.8 {#addition-4.8 .Style-Heading-2-+-Bold}

Pintle hooks on class I, II, and II vehicles not to exceed maximum
towing capacity of the vehicle.

The towing devices may be allowed to intrude into the 30-degree approach
angle in order to provide ease of connection if needed.

## ADDITION: 4.12.3  {#addition-4.12.3 .Style-Heading-2-+-Bold}

All compartments shall be provided with weatherproof lights that are
switched to automatically light when compartment doors are opened and
the vehicle master switch is in the 'on' position.

## AMENDMENT: 4.12.6 {#amendment-4.12.6 .Style-Heading-2-+-Bold}

The height between steps must be less than 20 inches (51 cm). For class
1, 2, and 3 vehicles the lower steps must be no more 19 inches (49 cm)
from the ground. The lowermost steps may extend below the angle of
approach or departure or ground clearance limits if they are designed to
swing clear. The tread of the bottom steps must be at least 8 inches (20
cm) in width and succeeding steps at least 16 inches (40 cm) in width.
The full width of all steps must have at least 6 inches (15 cm) of
unobstructed toe room or depth when measured from, and perpendicular to,
the front edge of the weight-bearing surface of the step.

## EXCEPTION: 4.12.8  {#exception-4.12.8 .Style-Heading-2-+-Bold}

Vehicles must be painted and marked per the standards of AC 150/5210-5,
*Painting, Marking, and Lighting of Vehicles Used on an Airport*.

## EXCEPTION: 4.12.8.1 {#exception-4.12.8.1 .Style-Heading-2-+-Bold}

Vehicles must be painted and marked per the standards of AC 150/5210-5,
*Painting, Marking, and Lighting of Vehicles Used on an Airport*.

## Addition: 4.13 {#addition-4.13 .Style-Heading-2-+-Bold}

**Table 2. Foam/Dry Chemical/Clean Agent Simultaneous Delivery System**

**NOTE:** *The agent delivery rates in this table are allowed by the FAA
as a result of independent third party demonstrations of fire
suppression capability of a Foam/Dry Chemical/Clean Agent Simultaneous
Delivery System*.

+-------------------------------+-------------------+-----------------+
| **Hand Line and Turret        | **Class 1, 2, & 3 | **Class 4 & 5   |
| Performance Criteria**        | Vehicles**        | Vehicles -**    |
|                               |                   |                 |
|                               |                   | This            |
|                               |                   | firefighting    |
|                               |                   | system has not  |
|                               |                   | been evaluated  |
|                               |                   | for Class 4 & 5 |
|                               |                   | Vehicles        |
+===============================+===================+=================+
| **Foam Performance**          | See NFPA 414,     | N/A             |
|                               |                   |                 |
|                               | 2007 Ed. Table    |                 |
|                               | 4.1.1             |                 |
+-------------------------------+-------------------+-----------------+
| **Dry Chemical Performance**  |                   |                 |
+-------------------------------+-------------------+-----------------+
| -   Discharge rate            | ≥ 8 lbs/sec (4.9  | N/A             |
|                               | liters/sec)       |                 |
+-------------------------------+-------------------+-----------------+
| -   Discharge rate with foam  | ≥ 8 lbs/sec (4.9  | N/A             |
|                               | liters/sec)       |                 |
+-------------------------------+-------------------+-----------------+
| -   Discharge rate with foam  | ≥ 6 lbs/sec (3.7  | N/A             |
|     and clean agent           | liters/sec)       |                 |
+-------------------------------+-------------------+-----------------+
| -   Hand Line Range           | ≥ 90 ft (27.5 M)  | N/A             |
+-------------------------------+-------------------+-----------------+
| -   Hose Length               | See NFPA 414,     | N/A             |
|                               |                   |                 |
|                               | 2007 Ed. Table    |                 |
|                               | 4.1.1             |                 |
+-------------------------------+-------------------+-----------------+
| -   Turret Range              | ≥ 100 ft (30.5 M) | N/A             |
+-------------------------------+-------------------+-----------------+
| -   Turret Width              | See NFPA 414,     | N/A             |
|                               |                   |                 |
|                               | 2007 Ed. Table    |                 |
|                               | 4.1.1             |                 |
+-------------------------------+-------------------+-----------------+
| **Clean Agent Performance**   |                   |                 |
+-------------------------------+-------------------+-----------------+
| -   Discharge with foam       | ≥ 1 lb/sec (0.61  | N/A             |
|                               | liters/sec)       |                 |
+-------------------------------+-------------------+-----------------+
| -   Discharge with foam and   | ≥1/3 lb/sec (0.2  | N/A             |
|     dry chemical              | liters/sec)       |                 |
+-------------------------------+-------------------+-----------------+
| -   Independent Clean Agent   | ≥ 40 ft (12.2 M)  | N/A             |
|     Range                     |                   |                 |
+-------------------------------+-------------------+-----------------+
| -   Inside Hose Diameter      | ≥ ¼ inch (0.64    | N/A             |
|                               | cm)               |                 |
+-------------------------------+-------------------+-----------------+
| -   Hose Length               | See NFPA 414,     | N/A             |
|                               |                   |                 |
|                               | 2007 Ed. Table    |                 |
|                               | 4.1.1             |                 |
+-------------------------------+-------------------+-----------------+

**NOTE:** *The agent delivery rates in this table are allowed as a
result of independent third party demonstrations of fire suppression
capability of a Foam/Dry Chemical/Clean Agent simultaneous delivery*.
(Evaluation of Quad-Agent Small Fire Fighting System
DOT\\FAA\\AR-TN06\\13) *Otherwise, the standards of Tables 4.1.1(c) and
4.1.1(d) apply.*

## Compressed Air Foam System (CAFS): {#compressed-air-foam-system-cafs .Style-Heading-2-+-Bold}

Compressed Air Foam System (CAFS) allows for improved fire suppression
capability. CAFS must have expansion ratios of 6:1 to 10:1 with 8:1
being optimal. CAFS is currently restricted to Class 1, 2 and 3 vehicles
as it has not been demonstrated on primary or auxiliary turrets of Class
4 and 5 vehicles.

Any hand line that is dedicated specifically for CAFS must have a smooth
bore nozzle. Hand line discharge rates of 30 GPM and primary and
auxiliary turret discharge rates of 60 GPM are permissible.

## AMENDMENT: 4.15.2.2: {#amendment-4.15.2.2 .Style-Heading-2-+-Bold}

Manhole covers are not required for class 1, 2 and 3 vehicles.

## AMENDMENT 4.16.1.6:  {#amendment-4.16.1.6 .Style-Heading-2-+-Bold}

For Class 1, 2 and 3 vehicles, the foam tank must be equipped with at
least one top fill opening of not less than 5 in. (127 mm) internal
diameter.

## EXCEPTION: 4.18.6 (1).  {#exception-4.18.6-1. .Style-Heading-2-+-Bold}

## The only sections of chapter 20 of NFPA 1901, 2003 Edition that are applicable are the following:  {#the-only-sections-of-chapter-20-of-nfpa-1901-2003-edition-that-are-applicable-are-the-following .Style-Heading-2-+-Bold}

-   20.14.2

-   20.14.3

-   20.19 through 20.19.6

-   20.20 Structure

-   20.23 Instruction Plates and Signs

## AMENDMENT: 4.18.6.6 {#amendment-4.18.6.6 .Style-Heading-2-+-Bold}

If an extendable boom is specified by the purchaser, a skin penetrating
nozzle must be provided. The penetrating nozzle must be movable to allow
for proper alignment of the penetrator to the aircraft fuselage for
piercing operations. It must be capable of the minimum water/flow rate
and pattern requirements of Tables 4.1.1(c) and 4.1.1(d) (not applicable
to class 1, 2 and 3 vehicles).

## EXCEPTION: 4.24.4 {#exception-4.24.4 .Style-Heading-2-+-Bold}

Vehicles must be lighted at a minimum per the standards of AC
150/5210-5, *Painting, Marking, and Lighting of Vehicles Used on an
Airport*. Refer to Appendix B for maximum allowable lighting.

# Chapter Five: Interior Access Vehicle

## ADDITION: Chapter 5 {#addition-chapter-5 .Style-Heading-2-+-Bold}

An Interior Access Vehicle (IAV) must meet at least the agent
requirements of CFR Part 139.317(a).

## AMENDMENT: 5.1.3 {#amendment-5.1.3 .Style-Heading-2-+-Bold}

The vehicle must provide access to sill heights of between 7 feet (2.3
meters) and up to at least the lower sills of the largest aircraft
operating at the airport. This sill height is sufficiently low enough to
allow access to the lowest sill height aircraft currently in operation
(e.g. DC9) that does not have its own integral stairs.

## ADDITION: 5.4 {#addition-5.4 .Style-Heading-2-+-Bold}

While on a 15 degree tilt the platform and stairs must be able to be
leveled as a unit to within 5 degrees of horizontal for operational use.

## AMENDMENT: 5.4.2 {#amendment-5.4.2 .Style-Heading-2-+-Bold}

The vehicle must pass a 15 degree tilt test with stairs fully extended
without stabilizing equipment. However, the platform is not required to
be fully loaded to the design weight capacity. Side wheel chocks may be
used to prevent the vehicle from sliding on the table surface, but their
height is not to exceed 5% of the tire diameter.

**NOTE:** *The FAA will allow side wheel chocks to prevent an IAV from
sliding on a tilt table surface with a low coefficient of friction. The
FAA has accomplished some IAV testing using a tilt table that followed
standards from ANSI/ITSDF B56.6-2005 which allows chocking not to exceed
5% of the vehicle's tire diameter.*

## ADDITION: 5.5 {#addition-5.5 .Style-Heading-2-+-Bold}

The vehicle must meet the requirements of the Society of Automotive
Engineers (SAE) ARP1247, *\"General Requirements for Aerospace Ground
Support Equipment, Motorized and Non-Motorized.\"* Rev. C, Paragraphs:

> **3.13.1.9** -- Equipment Stability: The stability of the unit will be
> stated in terms of Stability Ratio. The Stability Ratio is defined as
> the ratio of the restoring moment to the overturning movement. If the
> ratio is greater than one, the unit is increasingly stable as the
> ratio increases. If the ratio is less than one, the unit will
> overturn.
>
> **3.13.1.9.1** -- The unit in operating condition, in its most
> unstable configuration, shall have a minimum stability ratio of at
> least 1.2 when exposed to a wind load or jet blast of 19.4 lb/ft^2^
> (928.9Pa) (80 mph) (128.7 km/h) applied from the direction most likely
> to cause instability. It must also withstand a wind load of 24.4
> lb/ft^2^ (1168.3Pa) (90 mph) (144.8 km/h) without overturning.
>
> Wind or jet blast unit forces shall be based on:
>
> F=.00252 V^2^C~D~
>
> Where: C~D~ is the drag coefficient, assumed to be 1.20, 0.00252V^2^
> is stagnation pressure of dry air at 68ºF (20ºC) and standard
> atmospheric pressure with velocity of V miles per hour, and F is the
> unit force in pounds per square foot.
>
> **3.13.1.9.3** -- If stabilizers, outriggers, and/or spring lockouts
> are used or combination of same or similar device to gain stability,
> calculations or test data shall be developed both with and without the
> devices.

# Chapter Six: Acceptance Criteria

## ADDITION: 6.1 {#addition-6.1 .Style-Heading-2-+-Bold}

The vehicle must be delivered with full operational quantities of
lubricants, brake and hydraulic fluids, and cooling system fluid all of
which must be suitable for use in the temperature range expected at the
airport.

The vehicle must be provided with all fire fighting agents and
propellants to make it operational upon delivery.

The vehicle manufacturer must provide initial adjustments to the vehicle
for operational readiness and mount any ancillary appliances purchased
through the vehicle manufacturer as part of the vehicle.

## AMENDMENT: 6.1.5  {#amendment-6.1.5 .Style-Heading-2-+-Bold}

Upon delivery of the vehicle to the airport, the manufacturer must, at
no additional cost, provide the services of a qualified technician for
up to a maximum of 5 consecutive days (or up to 8 days for an extendable
turret) for training. This is considered sufficient time for the
purchaser to adjust shift work schedules to get maximum employee
attendance to training sessions at some point during the training
period. During this time sufficient repetitive learning opportunities
must be provided by the manufacturer to allow various shifts to complete
the training requirements. The technician must provide thorough
instruction in the use, operation, maintenance and testing of the
vehicle. This setup must include operator training for the primary
operators, which will give them sufficient knowledge to train other
personnel in the functional use of all fire fighting and vehicle
operating systems. Prior to leaving the vehicle, the technician should
review the maintenance instructions with the purchaser\'s personnel to
acquaint them with maintenance procedures as well as how to obtain
support service for the vehicle. Training must include written operating
instructions that depict the step-by-step operation of the vehicle.
Written instructions must include materials that can be used to train
subsequent new operators.

## AMENDMENT: 6.3.2.6 {#amendment-6.3.2.6 .Style-Heading-2-+-Bold}

Evasive maneuver test must be conducted at 35 MPH (56 KPH).

## ADDITION: 6.4.3.2  {#addition-6.4.3.2 .Style-Heading-2-+-Bold}

GPS Based electronic data collection system.

# ANNEX A

## AMENDMENT: A4.1.5 {#amendment-a4.1.5 .Style-Heading-2-+-Bold}

All options listed in A4.1.5 are approved options as amended below.

-   4c. Auxiliary generator capacity as specified by the manufacturer.

-   5e. Spare tire(s) - Only one spare tire on a rim not mounted on the
    vehicle is automatically approved

-   8m. Video Recorder for color and or FLIR camera(s) -- Digital Format
    Only

-   8o. Pre-connect handlines and nozzles.

-   8y. Remote mounted instrument and control panel (structural panel)
    includes:

> \(1\) Engine instruments and pump controls, including a tachometer, an
> oil pressure gauge, a temperature gauge, and a pressure control; pump
> shift; manual metering control; two compound suction-pressure gauges;
> water tank isolation valve; and panel lights.
>
> \(2\) Either one or two 2-1/2 inch discharge valves must be provided.
> Each discharge valve must be provided with pressure gauge and bleeder.
> One manual metering control shall be provided.
>
> \(3\) One 2-1/2 inch and one large diameter suction inlet connection
> with bleeder must be provided, if specified.
>
> \(4\) A priming pump and reservoir must be provided if specified.

The following items from the options list A4.1.5 require justification
to get FAA approval:

-   2a. Added payload capacity (GVWR) to carry special equipment where
    the purchaser identifies added equipment.

-   2c. Audio-visual devices that meet or exceed the field of vision
    provided by wide-angled mirrors.

-   3a. Engine that operates at necessary performance above 2000 ft
    (609.6 M) elevation.

-   3b. Radiator shutters.

-   3c. Engine coolant filter.

-   3d. Silicone coolant and heater hoses.

-   3e. Heated diesel fuel-water separator.

-   5f. Bead locks on all tires and rims.

-   7d. FLIR heads-up display located in the cab.

-   8d. Foam tank drain valves(s), drain line and hose that facilitate
    draining the tank into specified container(s) positioned on the
    ground within 10 ft. (3 M) in either horizontal direction of the
    foam tank drainage system.

-   8g. Turret controls located in the cab or on the roof platform

The following items from the options list A4.1.5 are not allowed as user
specified options, but may be used by manufacturers to meet the
stability requirements of this specification:

-   5a. Reduced under axle and underbody clearances to provide a more
    stable performance on pavement when the vehicle suspension is
    designed to permit instantaneous adjustment to the required height
    for off pavement travel.

-   5b. Tag or other non-powered axle(s) to assist weight distribution
    and/or stability requirements.

-   5c. Vehicle stability systems.

-   5d. Passive or active suspension components to increase the
    stability of the vehicle while decreasing the rollover threshold.

The following items from the options list A4.1.5 are not approved
options:

-   2b. Increased overall width of the vehicle to facilitate increased
    performance and maneuverability with no concern for movement on
    public highways(s).

-   3f. Automatic drain(s) for the diesel fuel-water separator.

-   3g. Auxiliary fuel tank(s) commensurate with the need to meet local
    requirements.

-   5g. Run flat devices in all tires and wheels mounted on the vehicle.

-   8a. Water tank design that allows access with each baffled
    compartment of the tank for internal and external
    inspection/service.

-   8i. Turret(s) control(s) accessible both to the driver and the crew
    member.

## AMENDMENT: A4.2.1. {#amendment-a4.2.1. .Style-Heading-2-+-Bold}

Options 1-17 are not available for ARFF vehicle specification under this
advisory circular.

# Annex E

## EXCEPTION: Annex E. {#exception-annex-e. .Style-Heading-2-+-Bold}

FAA Advisory Circular 150/5210-19 *Drivers Enhanced Vision System*
supersedes NFPA 414.0 *Standard for Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting
Vehicles, 2007 edition,* Annex E.

# APPENDIX A: Training Equipment

Only one each of the following training devices is necessary per
airport. Training devices are a physical Aircraft Skin Penetration
Device and a Computer Based Simulation Training system.

The use of an aircraft skin penetration tool has been shown to be an
effective firefighting device. The skill involved with the effective
employment of this device increases dramatically with practical
application. The training devices must meet the following requirements:

**1. AIRCRAFT SKIN PENETRATION TRAINING DEVICE**

A rigid frame structure with a cross-sectional, curved aluminum panel(s)
may be specified to meet the following requirements:

a.  Aluminum panels must be comparable in thickness, hardness and
    curvature of the predominant type aircraft for the specific airport.
    Panels may be movable or replaceable to allow adjustments for
    different aircraft types.

b.  Panels must be located at a representative height to the predominant
    aircraft in use at the specific airport.

c.  Must be mounted on a structure (portable or stationary) that remains
    stable during training exercises.

**2. COMPUTER TRAINING SYSTEM**

A computer based simulator training program may be specified to increase
and maintain proficiency in the employment of extendable turrets. The
training package must include controls that simulate as closely as
possible the actual cab environment (e.g. location of joystick,
throttle, and steering wheel). The simulation software program must
represent the actual maneuvering operation and controller interface of
the actual operation of the elevated and extendable boom of the ARFF
vehicle.

# APPENDIX B

The following options are available in addition to those discussed above
in NFPA 414 Annex A.

A. The following are approved options and require no further
justification.

WORKSHEET FOR SUBSYSTEM COMPONENT SELECTION

+----------------+-----------------+----------------+------------------+
| > **Subsystem  | > **Rationale   | >              | > **Purchaser\'s |
| >              | > for           |  **Purchaser's | > Selection**    |
| Description:** | > Position:**   | > Selection**  | >                |
|                |                 | >              | > Class 4 and 5  |
|                |                 | > Class 1, 2   |                  |
|                |                 | > and 3        |                  |
+================+=================+================+==================+
| > Lubrication  | > Continuous    |                | > Yes            |
|                | > duty cycle    |                | > \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
|                | > lubrication   |                | >                |
|                | > systems for   |                | > No             |
|                | > suspension    |                | >                |
|                | > parts and     |                | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
|                | > other         |                |                  |
|                | > mechanical    |                |                  |
|                | > equipment     |                |                  |
|                | > joints have   |                |                  |
|                | > shown the     |                |                  |
|                | > ability to    |                |                  |
|                | > extend the    |                |                  |
|                | > time before   |                |                  |
|                | > repair and    |                |                  |
|                | > costly        |                |                  |
|                | > maintenance   |                |                  |
|                | > is required   |                |                  |
|                | > on            |                |                  |
|                | > over-the-road |                |                  |
|                | > as well as    |                |                  |
|                | > heavy         |                |                  |
|                | > excavation    |                |                  |
|                | > equipment.    |                |                  |
|                | > The           |                |                  |
|                | > installation  |                |                  |
|                | > of this type  |                |                  |
|                | > of system is  |                |                  |
|                | > in line with  |                |                  |
|                | > the FAA\'s    |                |                  |
|                | > goal of       |                |                  |
|                | > extending     |                |                  |
|                | > vehicle       |                |                  |
|                | > service life. |                |                  |
+----------------+-----------------+----------------+------------------+
| > Backup       |                 |                | > [Backup        |
| > Monitor      |                 |                | > monit          |
|                |                 |                | or:]{.underline} |
|                |                 |                | >                |
|                |                 |                | > Yes            |
|                |                 |                | > \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
|                |                 |                | >                |
|                |                 |                | > No             |
|                |                 |                | > \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
+----------------+-----------------+----------------+------------------+
| > Heated       | > The heated    | > [Heated      | > [Heated        |
| > Mirrors      | > mirrors might | > mirrors      | > mirro          |
|                | > be helpful to | :]{.underline} | rs:]{.underline} |
|                | > the           | >              | >                |
|                | > driver/crew   | > Yes          | > Yes            |
|                | > member to see | >              | > \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
|                | > clearly in    | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ | >                |
|                | > the bad       | >              | > No             |
|                | > weather.      | > No           | >                |
|                |                 | > \_           | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
|                |                 | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ |                  |
+----------------+-----------------+----------------+------------------+
| > CAFS         | > Improved Fire | > Yes          |                  |
|                | > Suppression   | > \_           |                  |
|                |                 | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ |                  |
|                |                 | >              |                  |
|                |                 | > No           |                  |
|                |                 | > \_\_         |                  |
|                |                 | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ |                  |
+----------------+-----------------+----------------+------------------+
| > Means to     | > The selected  |                | > [100V or 220V  |
| > keep brake   | > method of     |                | > auxiliary      |
| > system air   | > reservoir     |                | > on-board       |
| > reservoir up | >               |                | > compress       |
| > to           |  pressurization |                | or:]{.underline} |
| > operational  | > must be       |                | >                |
| > pressure     | > considered    |                | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
|                | > based on the  |                | >                |
|                | > local         |                | > or             |
|                | > resource      |                | >                |
|                | > requirement.  |                | > House air      |
|                | > However, cost |                | > fitting:       |
|                | > effectiveness |                | > \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
|                | > must also be  |                | >                |
|                | > considered so |                | > Or both:       |
|                | > it does not   |                | >                |
|                | > impact the    |                | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
|                | > \"as-built\"  |                |                  |
|                | > vehicle       |                |                  |
|                | > performance.  |                |                  |
|                | > It is viewed  |                |                  |
|                | > as a local    |                |                  |
|                | > operational   |                |                  |
|                | > decision.     |                |                  |
+----------------+-----------------+----------------+------------------+
| > Hoisting     | > Aid in        |                | > [Lift system   |
| > System       | > propellant    |                | > requir         |
|                | > cylinder      |                | ed:]{.underline} |
|                | > change.       |                | >                |
|                |                 |                | >                |
|                |                 |                |  Yes\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
|                |                 |                | >                |
|                |                 |                | >                |
|                |                 |                | No\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
+----------------+-----------------+----------------+------------------+
| > Height       |                 | > Y            | >                |
| > adjustable   |                 | es\_\_\_\_\_\_ |  Yes\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
| > shelf        |                 | >              | >                |
|                |                 | > No           | >                |
|                |                 | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ | No\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
+----------------+-----------------+----------------+------------------+
| > Height       |                 | > Y            | >                |
| > adjustable   |                 | es\_\_\_\_\_\_ |  Yes\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
| > roll-out     |                 | >              | >                |
| > trays        |                 | > No           | >                |
|                |                 | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ | No\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
+----------------+-----------------+----------------+------------------+
| > SCBA storage | > Recessed      | > Recessed     | > Recessed       |
|                | > tubes in the  | > tubes:       | > tubes:         |
|                | > vehicle body  | >              | >                |
|                | > or racks in a | > \_           | >                |
|                | > side          | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
|                | > compartment   | >              | >                |
|                |                 | > Or           | > Or             |
|                |                 | >              | >                |
|                |                 | > Side         | > Side           |
|                |                 | > compartment  | > compartment    |
|                |                 | > racks:       | >                |
|                |                 | >              | > racks:         |
|                |                 | > \_           | >                |
|                |                 | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ | >                |
|                |                 |                | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
+----------------+-----------------+----------------+------------------+
| > Air outlet   |                 | > Y            | >                |
| > receptacle   |                 | es\_\_\_\_\_\_ |  Yes\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
|                |                 | >              | >                |
|                |                 | > No           | >                |
|                |                 | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ | No\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
+----------------+-----------------+----------------+------------------+
| > Vehicle      |                 | > Y            | >                |
| > mounted foam |                 | es\_\_\_\_\_\_ |  Yes\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
| > transfer     |                 | >              | >                |
| > pump         |                 | > No           | >                |
|                |                 | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ | No\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
+----------------+-----------------+----------------+------------------+
| > Bleeder      |                 | > Y            | >                |
| > valves for   |                 | es\_\_\_\_\_\_ |  Yes\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
| > water tank   |                 | >              | >                |
| > fills        |                 | > No           | >                |
|                |                 | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ | No\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
+----------------+-----------------+----------------+------------------+
| > Air hose     |                 | > Y            | >                |
| > reel         |                 | es\_\_\_\_\_\_ |  Yes\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
|                |                 | >              | >                |
|                |                 | > No           | >                |
|                |                 | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ | No\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
+----------------+-----------------+----------------+------------------+
| > Electric     |                 | > Y            | >                |
| > cord reel    |                 | es\_\_\_\_\_\_ |  Yes\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
| > with         |                 | >              | >                |
| > junction box |                 | > No           | >                |
|                |                 | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ | No\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
+----------------+-----------------+----------------+------------------+
| > Safety       | > Providing cab | > Y            | >                |
| > interlock    | > activation    | es\_\_\_\_\_\_ |  Yes\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
| > system for   | > for each      | >              | >                |
| > pre-connect  | > pre-connected | > No           | >                |
| > soft jacket  | > soft jacket   | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ | No\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
| > hose.        | > handline as   |                |                  |
|                | > well as       |                |                  |
|                | > preventing    |                |                  |
|                | > the hose from |                |                  |
|                | > being charged |                |                  |
|                | > in a          |                |                  |
|                | > compartment   |                |                  |
+----------------+-----------------+----------------+------------------+
| > Swing-out    | > When hose     | > Y            | >                |
| > hose reels.  | > reel is       | es\_\_\_\_\_\_ |  Yes\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
|                | > mounted in    | >              | >                |
|                | > lower side    | > No           | >                |
|                | > compartment   | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ | No\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
+----------------+-----------------+----------------+------------------+
| > Ground       | > Activated     | > Y            | >                |
| > lighting     | > when parking  | es\_\_\_\_\_\_ |  Yes\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
|                | > brake is      | >              | >                |
|                | > engaged.      | > No           | >                |
|                |                 | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ | No\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
+----------------+-----------------+----------------+------------------+
| > Cab mounted  | > One in each   | > Y            | > N/A            |
| > hand         | > corner (Class | es\_\_\_\_\_\_ |                  |
| > adjustable   | > 1, 2 3 Only)  | >              |                  |
| > spotlights.  |                 | > No           |                  |
|                |                 | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ |                  |
+----------------+-----------------+----------------+------------------+
| > Scene Lights | > Two on each   | > Y            | >                |
|                | > side (110v or | es\_\_\_\_\_\_ |  Yes\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
|                | > 12 volt HID)  | >              | >                |
|                |                 | > No           | >                |
|                |                 | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ | No\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
+----------------+-----------------+----------------+------------------+
| > Cab Mounted  | > Two 110v or   | > Y            | >                |
| > Wide Lights  | > 12 volt HID   | es\_\_\_\_\_\_ |  Yes\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
|                | > lights.       | >              | >                |
|                |                 | > No           | >                |
|                |                 | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ | No\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
+----------------+-----------------+----------------+------------------+
| > Telescoping  | > One or two    | > Y            | >                |
| > Wide Lights  | > 110v / 220v t | es\_\_\_\_\_\_ |  Yes\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
|                | > on each side  | >              | >                |
|                |                 | > No           | >                |
|                |                 | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ | No\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
+----------------+-----------------+----------------+------------------+
| > 110v         |                 | > Y            | >                |
| > receptacles  |                 | es\_\_\_\_\_\_ |  Yes\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
| > on sides of  |                 | >              | >                |
| > cab          |                 | > No           | >                |
|                |                 | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ | No\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
+----------------+-----------------+----------------+------------------+
| > Maximum      | > Two red or a  | > LED          | > LED            |
| > Vehicle      | > combination   | >              | > \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
| > Lighting     | > of            | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ | >                |
| >              | > red-and-white | >              | > or             |
| > Minimum      | > front mounted | > or           | >                |
| > lighting     | > emergency     | >              | > Strobe         |
| > requirements | > lights        | > Strobe       | > \_\_\_\_\_\_   |
| > are in AC    | >               | > \_\_\_\_\_\_ | >                |
| > 150/5210-5,  | > Two red or a  | >              | > or             |
| > *Painting,   | > combination   | > or           | >                |
| > Marking, and | > of            | >              | > Rotating       |
| > Lighting of  | > red-and-white | > Rotating     | >                |
| > Vehicles     | > rear mounted  | >              | > Beacon         |
| > Used on an   | > emergency     | > Beacon       | >                |
| > Airport*     | > lights        | > \_           | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
|                | >               | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ |                  |
|                | > Three red or  |                |                  |
|                | > a combination |                |                  |
|                | > of            |                |                  |
|                | > red-and-white |                |                  |
|                | > side mounted  |                |                  |
|                | > emergency     |                |                  |
|                | > lights (each  |                |                  |
|                | > side)         |                |                  |
|                | >               |                |                  |
|                | > Two amber     |                |                  |
|                | > non-emergency |                |                  |
|                | > lights on top |                |                  |
|                | > of vehicle    |                |                  |
|                | >               |                |                  |
|                | > Four red or a |                |                  |
|                | > combination   |                |                  |
|                | > of            |                |                  |
|                | > red-and-white |                |                  |
|                | > emergency     |                |                  |
|                | > lights on top |                |                  |
|                | > corners of    |                |                  |
|                | > the vehicle   |                |                  |
+----------------+-----------------+----------------+------------------+

B. The following clarifications are specifically noted in the AC as
purchaser options that require approval by the local FAA Airports
District or Regional Office. They are approved as noted below:

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

(Name and Title of FAA Approving Official)

WORKSHEET FOR SUBSYSTEM COMPONENT SELECTION

+-------------+-----------------------+---------------+---------------+
| >           | > **Rationale for     | > *           | > *           |
| **Paragraph | > Position:**         | *Purchaser\'s | *Purchaser\'s |
| > Title or  |                       | > Selection** | > Selection** |
| > Subsystem |                       | >             | >             |
| > Des       |                       | > Class 1, 2, | > Class 4 and |
| cription:** |                       | > and 3       | > 5           |
+=============+=======================+===============+===============+
| > More than | > The need for a      | > [Number of  | > [Number of  |
| > two Crew  | > seating             | > seats:      | > seats:      |
| > positions | > configuration to    | ]{.underline} | ]{.underline} |
|             | > accommodate more    | > \_\_\_\     | > \_\_\_\     |
|             | > than two ARFF       | _\_\_\_\_\_\_ | _\_\_\_\_\_\_ |
|             | > personnel per       | >             | >             |
|             | > vehicle is a        | > [J          | > [J          |
|             | > function of local   | ustification: | ustification: |
|             | > operational         | ]{.underline} | ]{.underline} |
|             | > practices.          |               |               |
|             | > Therefore, it is    |               |               |
|             | > included as an      |               |               |
|             | > option available to |               |               |
|             | > the purchaser.      |               |               |
+-------------+-----------------------+---------------+---------------+
| >           | > FAA will fund one   |               | > [Extendable |
|  Extendable | > extendable boom per |               | > Boom:       |
| > Boom      | > station at each     |               | ]{.underline} |
|             | > Index B through E   |               | >             |
|             | > airport.            |               | > Yes         |
|             |                       |               | >             |
|             |                       |               |  \_\_\_\_\_\_ |
|             |                       |               | >             |
|             |                       |               | > No          |
|             |                       |               | >             |
|             |                       |               |  \_\_\_\_\_\_ |
+-------------+-----------------------+---------------+---------------+

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