Help safeguard aircraft engine test facilities by following the latest criteria outlined in NFPA 423, 2022 edition.
There are fire dangers inherent to testing aircraft engines that put personnel, equipment, and facilities at risk. NFPA 423, Standard for Construction and Protection of Aircraft Engine Test Facilities, offers general requirements for reducing hazards and minimizing incidents in these specialized environments.
The standard offers requirements for the construction, fire protection, operation, and maintenance of facilities used to test aircraft engines, including test cells and test stands.
NFPA 423 content covers:
- Construction and internal subdivisions of test facilities
- Fire protection requirements for engine test facilities and cells and for control and support rooms
- Design requirements for the different types of fixed fire protection systems
- Organization-wide employee fire safety provisions and practices
- Service and utilities, including drainage systems, electrical requirements, and more
The 2022 edition of NFPA 423, Standard for Construction and Protection of Aircraft Engine Test Facilities, offers the most up-to-date information and procedures.
NFPA 423 is an essential resource for airport officials, safety officers, site managers, and anyone responsible for test facility safety. The standard is referenced by many foundational NFPA documents, including NFPA 101®, Life Safety Code®, NFPA 70®, National Electrical Code® (NEC®), and NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems.
The revised 2022 edition includes both editorial and reference updates to represent the most current industry knowledge and practices.
Get the information you need to help protect aircraft engine testing facilities from fire and related dangers.
