Aeronautical Information Manual
AIM 6-5-3
ARFF Emergency Hand Signals
This reproduces published FAA reference text for study. It does not replace the current official FAA publication or regulation.
In the event that electronic communications cannot be maintained between the ARFF IC and the flight crew, standard emergency hand signals as depicted in FIG 6-5-1 through FIG 6-5-3 should be used. These hand signals should be known and understood by all cockpit and cabin aircrew, and all ARFF firefighters.
FIG 6-5-3 Recommend Evacuation
FIG 6-5-3 Recommend Stop
FIG 6-5-3 Emergency Contained
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