Aircraft Systems
10Technical encyclopedia of aircraft systems — from fly-by-wire flight controls to advanced avionics and emergency systems.
Emergency Evacuation System
Safety & EmergencyIntegrated system of slides, slide/rafts, escape ropes, and exit lighting enabling full evacuation in 90 seconds.
Fire Detection and Suppression
Safety & EmergencyComprehensive fire protection covering cargo holds, lavatories, engines, and APU bay.
Emergency Lighting System
Safety & EmergencyBattery-powered floor proximity lighting, exit signs, and exterior escape path illumination.
Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT)
Safety & EmergencyCrash-activated 406 MHz beacon transmitting aircraft identity and GPS position to COSPAS-SARSAT.
Smoke Detection System
Safety & EmergencyPhotoelectric and ionization detectors in cargo compartments, lavatories, avionics bays, and crew rest areas.
Ditching Provisions
Safety & EmergencyStructural reinforcements, sealed lower fuselage, and provisions for water landing.
Crew Oxygen System
Safety & EmergencyGaseous oxygen system with face masks at each crew station for smoke/fumes scenarios and depressurization.
Passenger Oxygen System
Safety & EmergencyChemical oxygen generators behind PSU panels that activate automatically above 14,000 ft cabin altitude.
Overwing Emergency Exit
Safety & EmergencyType III exit over the wing with assist handle for passenger self-evacuation.
Fuel Tank Inerting System (OBIGGS)
Safety & EmergencyOn-Board Inert Gas Generation System using air separation modules to fill fuel tank ullage with nitrogen-enriched air.