Chicago Executive Airport (KPWK) is a large and active general aviation facility. The Airport is not ARFF indexed and does not operate under FAR Part 139. Fire and emergency response services are normally provided offsite by the Prospect Heights Fire Protection District and the Village of Wheeling Fire Department.
To further enhance service options for Airport users, the Village of Wheeling Fire Department has agreed to make available a pre-arranged, extra-duty standby service at an additional cost.
When scheduled and confirmed with the Fire Department, this standby service includes coverage beginning at least 15 minutes prior to an aircraft’s arrival and extending to 15 minutes after departure for unscheduled operations.
Standby coverage will be provided by Wheeling’s 2022 Oshkosh Striker (Crash Truck 44) along with two (2) certified firefighters.
Vehicle Specific Capabilities;
2000 Gallons Per Minute Pump.
210 Gallon Class B Foam Tank.
500 lbs. Purple K Dry Chemical.
750 Gallons Per Minute Roof Turret (Foam Capable).
750 Gallons Per Minute Front Bumper Turret (Foam and Purple K Capable).
Please note: the designated fire staging area may differ from the aircraft’s final destination on the airfield.