What is one item included in the First Aid Kit (FAK)?

The First Aid Kit (FAK) is designed to provide essential medical supplies needed to handle minor injuries and emergencies. One of the critical components of such a kit is adhesive bandage compresses, typically 1 inch in size. These bandages are commonly used to cover small cuts, scrapes, and abrasions, providing protection and promoting healing while preventing infection.

Including adhesive bandage compresses in the FAK ensures that crew members are equipped to address typical injuries that may occur during a flight. This item is easy to use and is a fundamental part of first aid treatment, making it an essential inclusion for any First Aid Kit aimed at ensuring passenger safety and care.

In contrast, while items like fire extinguishers or portable defibrillators play important roles in overall safety and emergency response on an aircraft, they are not typically included in a First Aid Kit. Fire extinguishers and defibrillators serve broader safety protocols rather than specific first aid for minor injuries. Similarly, emergency flares are generally categorized under emergency signaling equipment rather than first aid.