Description should include the following:
- There must be at least one hand fire extinguisher for use in the pilot compartment that is located within easy access of the pilot while seated.
- There must be at least one hand fire extinguisher located conveniently in the passenger compartment
- of each airplane accommodating more than 6 passengers
- of each commuter category airplane.
- For hand fire extinguishers, the following apply:
- The type and quantity of each extinguishing agent used must be appropriate to the kinds of fire likely to occur where that agent is to be used.
- Each extinguisher for use in a personnel compartment must be designed to minimize the hazard of toxic gas concentrations.
- Refer to Sec. 23.851, Fire Extinguishers, for more information.
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