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What is a crash axe for?
A crash axe is a standard piece of safety equipment found on aircraft, designed for emergency use like cutting through obstructions or forcing entry. Its presence on board is mandatory, and pilots are trained in its location and basic use for specific emergency scenarios, not as a weapon.
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