scope:

This standard specifies the minimum design, performance, and acceptance criteria for aircraft rescue and fire fighting (ARFF) vehicles intended to transport personnel and equipment to the scene of an aircraft emergency for the purpose of rescuing occupants and conducting rescue and fire-fighting operations.

Vehicles without wheels, such as track, amphibious, or air-cushion types, are not covered by this standard.

Purpose

The purpose of this standard is to specify features and components that, when assembled, produce an efficient and capable fire-fighting vehicle for both on-pavement and off-pavement performance. Off-pavement capability is important to ensure timely and effective response of these vehicles to aircraft accidental sites located off paved surfaces. Fire-fighting capabilities are considered to be the minimum acceptable for proper performance of these vehicles.

It is not the purpose of this standard to serve as a detailed purchase specification. Drafting of complete specifications for bidding purposes is the responsibility of the purchaser.