Fire Detection and Extinguishing

Imagine rolling down the runway at full thrust and just as you reach the V1 takeoff decision speed, a bright red "FIRE" warning annunciator illuminates. A fire warning bell, buzzer or "Bong! Bong! Bong!" chime also sounds, as loud as a klaxon. Without doubt, there's nothing quite like a fire onboard...

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