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Author
Bruggink, G. M.
Title
Uncontrollable Cabin Fire.
Journal
International Journal of Aviation Safety, Vol. 1, 261-266, December 1983
Keywords
aircraft accidents | aircraft compartments | crash landing | fire fighting | crashworthiness | fire prevention
Identifiers
aircraft
Abstract
Six in-flight cabin fires were investigated; two of each were in the following categories: Crew made successful on-airport landing; Crew made successful off-airport landing; Crew lost aircraft control. The author suggests more research into how the crew made its decisions.