Commercial airports: AFFF exposure

The combination of aviation fuel handling, refueling activities, and maintenance operations makes commercial airports particularly susceptible to fire hazards. AFFF has been the gold standard for aircraft firefighting and rescue operations since the 1960s to combat these threats. Substantial quantities of AFFF concentrate maintained in warehouses, service areas, and firefighting facilities have resulted in extensive exposure risk for airport staff.

Airport operations created widespread AFFF contact

Airports used AFFF through specialized firefighting vehicles, fixed foam suppression systems at fuel farms, and emergency response equipment in areas such as hangars, fueling stations, and aircraft maintenance zones. Airport firefighters routinely used AFFF in training drills (before recent restrictions), which involved direct contact with PFAS-containing foam. Fuel spills, aircraft incidents, and routine maintenance put ground crews, mechanics, and emergency responders at an elevated risk of exposure.

As foam systems were deployed or tested, AFFF mist and aerosols could accumulate in enclosed areas such as maintenance hangars, fuel storage facilities, and equipment rooms, increasing the risk of inhalation exposure. The presence of contaminated surfaces, airborne particles, and residual foam after emergency response limited the ability of workers to avoid contact with these substances. Personnel at airports also handled AFFF-contaminated equipment, cleaned affected areas, and worked in spaces where foam had previously been applied, resulting in repeated exposure to PFAS chemicals.

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If you have developed cancer or other serious health problems after working at commercial airports with AFFF systems, Atraxia Law has over 35 years of experience evaluating toxic exposure and defective product cases. To pursue claims against responsible AFFF manufacturers, we will gather the necessary employment, health, and airport records and evaluate your eligibility for compensation.

Based on a comprehensive case analysis, we will determine whether or not you qualify for an AFFF exposure claim. We will immediately connect qualified individuals with an experienced attorney to expedite the filing process, as toxic exposure victims often require additional financial resources to seek medical treatment. While we pursue maximum compensation, you can focus on your health. We won’t charge you anything unless we get you compensated.