AM.I.F.S6
SkillIdentify different grades of aviation fuel.
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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 10. Helicopter Operations › Section 2. Special Operations › 10-2-4. Emergency Medical Service (EMS) Multiple Helicopter Operations
Emergency Medical Service (EMS) Multiple Helicopter Operations a. Background. EMS helicopter operators often overlap other EMS operator areas. Standardized procedures can enhance the safety of operating multiple helicopters to landing zones (LZs) and to hospital heliports. Communication ... successful operations and in maintaining organization between helicopters, ground units and communication centers. EMS helicopter operators which operate in the same areas should establish joint operating procedures and provide them to related agencies. b. Recommended Procedures. 1. Landing Zone Operations…