Re-Fuel/ De-Fuel Flashcards
Refueling operations must be completed in_____
a step by step sequential manner.
For fuel loads of 190,000 pounds or more, the zero fuel weight CG should not be forward of _______% MAC
31%
The area of dangerous vapor concentration during fueling operations is normally limited to within _______ feet.
50
Make sure that electrical power is removed when draining fuel from the aircraft to include _____, _____, _____.
Tank sumps, SPR, Fuel dump manifolds
Persons that are not required shall not be allowed within ___ feet of the aircraft being serviced.
50 feet
What must be removed to prevent binding or damage when the aircraft settles from added fuel weight?
Ladders and service stands.
Smoking is not allowed within ____ feet of an aircraft being serviced. This distance is measured from the SPR manifold and fuel vents.
50 feet
Intrinsically safe radios must contain a logo/decal reflecting what?
Compliance with NFPA 493 for use in Class I, Division I locations.
Make sure all radios remain off at all times in fuel servicing areas, unless the radio is certified as_____?
Intrinsically Safe
Do not operate any open flame device or ignition source within ____ feet of aircraft refueling operations? Operation of QSAS as a source for electrical power does not apply to this restriction.
50 feet
Do not conduct any fuel operations if an electrical storm is within ______?
5 Miles
Mark a Rueling Service Safety Zone around the aircraft being refueled using _______
Orange traffic cones or other highly visible markers.
If a large fuel spill occours it must be disposed of by the ________?
Fire Department
Small fuel spills may be absorbed by _______?
Cotten rags or oil absorbents.
A configured fuel load includes what properties?
- A standard or in-between fuel load authorized by technical data.
- A non standard fuel load authorized by higher headquarters.
If a non-configured fuel load is applied to the aircraft what must be done?
AFTO 781 entry stating “fuel load not configured for flight”
What position must the cargo door be in during fueling operations?
Closed and latched.
What is FSII and what is its purpose?
Fuel System Icing Inhibitor, to prevent water in the fuel from freezing and creating ice in the fuel.
What is the freezing point of fuel with FSII?
-50* C
When fuel WITHOUT additives (FSII) is used, aerial refueling is____?
Prohibited unless a sample taken from each tank has a concentration of at least 0.05% by volume and condutivity measures at least 50CU.
If fuel without additives is used an entry must be made where?
AFTO 781 A
The refuel supervisor will perform _____ prior to beginning refuel operations?
Servicing Team Briefing
Prior to and throughout refuel operations, personel will ground themselves utilizing what?
Suitable grounding/bonding point or a bare unpainted surface.
All sources of ignition are restricted in the refueling area. These sources include ______.
Matches, lighters, or other spark producing devices.
Do not put on or remove _____ in the fuel serviceing safety zone.
clothing
Open and close the fuel hose nozzle very slowly to prevent ______.
Kickback of nozzle and high pressure surge.