Most airports now have their own storage tanks for fuel, it is never recommended to come too close to a burning tank. Thick black smoke will inhibit a fire-fighters ability to tackle the fire affectively.

When fighting these kinds of fires with out thermal imaging, water goes through the smoke and fire-fighters cannot be sure if they are hitting the right spot. The Argus4 enables fire teams to find the hot spot straight away, enabling the holder to communicate to their colleagues holding the hose, who can then direct the jets where the water has most effect.