Placement of Gas Detectors and Flame Detectors in Aircraft Hangars
June 10th, 2009
Flammable materials (aviation fuels, cleaning solvents, and paints) present in aircraft hangars can endanger life, safety, aircraft, and the hangar structure. To improve protection, many Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) either require or strongly recommend high-performance fire detection and suppression systems to cover both the aircraft and the building.
Here are a few considerations to remember in planning hazard protection:
+ In general, fuel leaks accumulate under the wing and aircraft fuselage, therefore it is recommended that flame detectors be mounted on hangar walls (rather than on the ceiling) to view the area under airplane wings.
+ Unless flame detectors are EMI/RFI hardened, some can be activated (go into alarm) by interference from plane radar, communications, and X-rays.
+ Place combustible gas detectors in storage areas where volatile gases or liquids are stored.
Learn more about aircraft/hangar protection by reading this application note: Aircraft Hangar Protection.
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