Fire Service College
Advance your firefighting capacity with a focused aviation conversion programme that builds the specialist knowledge and operational competence required for safe and effective airport emergency response.
This two‑week Aviation Firefighter Conversion Course is designed for experienced operational firefighters transitioning into aviation firefighting roles. The programme focuses on the specialist skills, knowledge, and operational standards defined in CAP 699, enabling learners to adapt their existing firefighting experience to the unique risks and procedures of the aviation environment. Through classroom learning, technology‑enhanced training, and practical aircraft‑based scenarios, you will develop the competence needed for safe, confident, and effective response to aviation emergencies.
Operational firefighters converting into Aviation Firefighter roles.
Personnel who already hold core firefighter competence and require only the aviation‑specific components.
Firefighters preparing to meet CAP 699 competence requirements for airport operations.
Individuals seeking to expand their skill set into the specialist aviation emergency response environment.
Aviation‑specific hazards, legislation, aircraft construction, fuels, and new‑generation aircraft systems.
Practical application of aviation firefighting foams, complementary media, and specialist extinguishing techniques.
Aircraft incident firefighting tactics aligned to CAP 699 AFF 1–9, including rescue and fire suppression techniques.
Safe and effective response to aviation emergencies using realistic aircraft‑based scenarios and operational procedures.
There are no formal qualifications required for this course.
Aviation Firefighter Conversion Course (SFJ Awards)
For further information or to make a booking on this course please contact the Business Development Team on 01608 812984 or complete the enquiry form below:
Speak to a member of our team
01608 650 831