Engine Fire In Flight - Sirius Satellite Radio TL-3000 Pilot Operating Handbook

Pilot Operating Handbook
TL3000
Sirius
Notice! The information contained in this document is for reference and information only.
The pilot is the final and only responsible party for the safe operation of this aircraft.
Obtain the fire extinguisher and evacuate the airplane. Use the fire
extinguisher only as a method to gain a clear path for evacuation.
Allow fire assistance personnel to extinguish any blaze and inspect for
damage.

ENGINE FIRE IN FLIGHT

During an in-flight fire do not deploy the aircraft parachute
system at high altitude. If the decision is made to use the
parachute system and conditions permit, attempt to fly (DIVE) the
aircraft to a lower altitude to minimize the time for the fire to
spread within the cockpit.
1. Fuel Valve -- OFF
2. Throttle -- FULL OPEN
3. Aux. Fuel Pump -- OFF
4. Ignition Switches -- OFF
5. Cabin Heat -- OFF
6. Air Vents -- AS REQUIRED
7. Cabin doors -- AS REQIORED
Maintain approach speed, a low speed side-slip may cause
8. Radio -- SET TO 121.5. TRANSMIT
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WARNING
The side air vents may be aimed forward and/or aft to
assist in cabin ventilation. In an emergency they may be
removed and discarded. Also, a controlled side-slip may
assist in clearing the cockpit of smoke and fumes.
the aircraft to stall and may enter a spin.
"MAYDAY, MAYDAY, MAYDAY!"
with AIRCRAFT ID and CURRENT POSITION
Reproduction of this document or any of its parts is forbidden.
NOTE
WARNING
Section 3
Emergency Procedures
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