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AmSafe Bridport and Nolinor Aviation to provide Boeing 737-200 FCCs solution

AmSafe Bridport has partnered with Nolinor Aviation to develop and implement Fire Containment Covers (FCCs) and specialised netting, enabling the airline to meet upcoming regulatory changes while preserving the operational flexibility of its Boeing 737-200 combi aircraft.



Image courtesy AmSafe Bridport
 
This collaboration addresses Transport Canada’s mandate to transition from Class B to Class F cargo compartments, driven by the cancellation of AMOC’s for AD 93-07-15 and the June 2025 exemption deadline.
 
Recognising Nolinor’s unique operational requirements, and the role of the Boeing 737-200 for gravel runway access, AmSafe Bridport developed a tailored solution featuring advanced FCCs and specialised netting. Designed to provide up to six hours of passive fire containment, these FCCs ensure an added layer of protection against potential in-flight fire hazards. It eliminates the need for fixed bulkheads, which would severely restrict Nolinor’s ability to adapt cargo configurations.
 
The rollout of the FCC solution is already underway across Nolinor’s fleet, with full compliance expected well ahead of the regulatory deadline. AmSafe Bridport is also supporting Nolinor Aviation with a dedicated training programme to ensure seamless integration and optimal use of the FCCs by flight and ground crews.
 
Natalie Paul, Vice President, Sales and Engineering, at AmSafe Bridport said: “Nolinor Aviation’s forward-thinking approach perfectly aligns with our commitment to delivering advanced safety solutions. At AmSafe Bridport, our Fire Containment Covers represent a significant step forward in aviation safety, offering airlines an adaptable and cost-effective alternative to fixed bulkheads. We are proud to support Nolinor in maintaining the efficiency and reliability that their customers depend on.”

“It is essential for us to maintain Boeing 737-200’s unmatched performance on gravel runways, and so developing a solution to safeguard this ability was imperative,” said Marco Prud’Homme, President of Nolinor Aviation. “By working with AmSafe Bridport, we have secured a highly effective fire containment system that not only meets regulatory standards but also supports our commitment to operational excellence.”

With a three-year service life and rigorous pre-use inspections, AmSafe Bridport’s FCCs provide a durable and practical solution for airlines navigating evolving safety standards. Through this collaboration AmSafe Bridport and Nolinor Aviation are setting a new industry benchmark for regulatory adaptation and safety in combi aircraft operations.

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