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2.4.10 Battery fire procedure
Smoke and/or fire coming from aircraft.
§ LAND AIRCRAFT ASAP
Land at nearest available safe location
§ ENGINES OFF
Shut engine(s) down and make safe
§ CLEAR AREA
Clear people and hazards from around the aircraft
§ REQUEST ASSISTANCE
Raise the alarm and request assistance (emergency services if required)
§ GATHER SAFETY EQUIPMENT
If safe to approach and to do so:
§ EXTINGUISH FIRE
Use CO2 or a powder extinguisher
§ DISCONNECT BATTERY
§ LEAVE TO COOL
§ SAFELY DISPOSE OF BATTERY