What is a primary goal of fire containment during aircraft incidents?

The primary goal of fire containment during aircraft incidents is to prevent the fire from spreading to nearby structures. This is crucial because aircraft fires can generate intense heat and flames that could easily engulf surrounding buildings and equipment, posing a significant risk to lives and property. By containing the fire quickly and efficiently, firefighters can limit the damage to the airport infrastructure, reduce the risk of injuries to emergency responders and civilians, and maintain overall safety at the airport.

While minimizing passenger exposure to smoke, ensuring the aircraft remains intact, and facilitating a quick return to normal operations are also important considerations, they are secondary to the critical objective of stopping the fire from spreading. Efficient containment allows emergency services to manage the incident more effectively and protect the larger area surrounding the aircraft.