AM.I.F.K3
KnowledgeAviation fueling/defueling procedures.
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- Chapter 1: Safety, Ground Operations, & Servicing › Fuel Servicing of Aircraft › Types of Fuel and Identification
Fuel Servicing of Aircraft Types of Fuel and Identification Two types of aviation fuel in general use are aviation gasoline, also known as AVGAS, and turbine fuel, also known as JET A fuel. Aviation gasoline (AVGAS) is used in reciprocating ... engine aircraft. Currently, there are three grades of fuel in general use: 80/87, 100/130, and 100LL (low lead). A fourth grade, 115/145, is in limited use in the large reciprocating-engine aircraft. The two numbers indicate the lean mixture…
- Chapter 1: Safety, Ground Operations, & Servicing › Fuel Servicing of Aircraft › Fueling Procedures
protection, such as rubber gloves and aprons, can also protect the skin from the effects of spilled or splashed fuel. Figure 1-31. Aviation gasoline color and grade reference. Figure 1-32. Refueling an aircraft by the over-the-wing ... method. 7. Do not fuel aircraft if there is danger of other aircraft in the vicinity blowing dirt in the direction of the aircraft being fueled. Blown dirt, dust, or other contaminants can enter an open fuel tank, contaminating…
- Chapter 1: Safety, Ground Operations, & Servicing › Fuel Servicing of Aircraft › Defueling
Protect the wing and any other item on the aircraft from damage caused by spilled fuel or careless handling of the nozzle, hose, or grounding wires. 7. Check the fuel cap for proper installation and security before leaving the aircraft ... Remove the grounding wires in the reverse order. If the aircraft is not going to be flown or moved soon, the aircraft ground wire can be left attached. When fueling from pits or cabinets, follow the same procedures as when…