Fire In Flight

Question 1

Prior to confirmations of an engine fire, what should you do initially?

Answer 1

Initiate PEL procedures with the intention of landing as soon as possible

Question 2

Is a fire warning light alone a confirmed fire?

Answer 2

No

Question 3

Should you shutdown an engine for an unconfirmed fire?

Answer 3

No

Question 4

If you have only half of the fire loop annunciatior illuminated, what can you do to determine if the fire warning system is at fault rather than a real fire?

Answer 4

Test the other fire loop, if it tests good, there may be a false fire indication

Question 5

Can a bleed air leak cause a fire warning light? If so, how?

Answer 5

Yes.

A bleed air leak may cause high engine compartment temperatures and trigger the fire detection system.