Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighting Training (ARFF)

ARFF History

• For over 40 years, airport fire departments from throughout the Northwest and Canada have contracted with BBCC to provide FAA-required classroom instruction and live fire training for ARFF Certification or recertification.
• In May of 1992, work was completed on a new $750,000 aircraft rescue fire training facility, constructed on Port property with the help of an FAA grant.
• Participating Fire Departments that have been trained are: Redmond, OR; Kelowna, BC; Lewiston, ID. From Washington State: Pasco, Yakima, Spokane, Pangborn Airport, Douglas County, Bellingham, Pendleton, Paine, Snohomish County, the US Coast Guard, Rural Metro and King County.
• BBCC ARFF training includes the use of Diesel fuel and Dry Chem for the most realistic experience in ARFF Training in the Northwest area.
• Trainers are highly experienced fire fighters from across the state who have been trained and certified in many areas of firefighting.

ARFF is a program of the Center for Business and Industry Services.

ARFF Recertification Live Fire Training can be scheduled and customized for your team. Groups over 12 may receive a discount, including joining other teams already scheduled to create a group of 12 or more. Please inquire about scheduling your team today by contacting CBISinfo@bigbend.edu or calling (509) 793-2425.