Water Mist Systems (Fire Suppression)
Hi all,
Something that has been discussed while I've been studying at BCFT is the alternative methods of fire suppression systems used other than Halon.
One particular method that seems to be discussed frequently are water mist systems. I understand that the use of Halon 1301 is the most common form of fire suppression, but it appears to me from reading various sources that more "eco friendly" methods such as water mist are more appealing.
However, why is it that water mist systems have not been installed as standard on aircraft now if it is such a desirable method? Furthermore, does the water mist system have the capability of being both automatically and manually operated?
Any help would prove invaluable.
Kind regards,
Dan