Saturday, September 12, 2009

Fuel Contamination

From the accident caused by engine failure due to fuel contamination, most have been traced to:
1. Inadequate pre-flight inspection by the pilot.
2. Improperly filtered refuelling.
3. Storing aircraft with partially filled fuel tanks.
4. Improper maintenance.
(US Department of Transportation, FAA)

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