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Interagency Aviation Interagency Aviation
Accident Prevention Bulletin Accident Prevention Bulletin
No. IAAAPB 07-01 Date: August 29, 2007 Subject:
Aviation Fuel Filtration Warning
Area of Concern: All Aviation Fueling Activities Distribution: All Aviation Users Discussion: The Energy Institute (EI) has issued a warning relative to aviation fuel filtration. The warning is specific to aviation fuel filtration using water absorbent media/(monitors) (see complete EI warning on pages 2 and 3).
It is important to read and understand the entire Energy Institute warning. The critical factor is repeated below for emphasis and immediate action where warranted. .
The use of filter/separators containing coalescer and separator elements is required where fuel contains the FSII additive.. The coalescer/separator elements shall meet American Petroleum Institute Bulletin 1581 Specifications and Qualification procedures for Aviation Jet Fuel Filter/Separators.
Recommendations: Aircraft refueling facilities, or equipment that dispenses aviation fuel containing FSII, should have filter conversions accomplished immediately. Continued vigilance while performing daily, weekly, and monthly fuel quality control checks is essential to detect fuel contamination before aircraft refueling operations are accomplished.
In addition to following the Energy Institute’s specific warnings all pilots should sump at least 10 ounces of fuel from each aircraft fuel tank sump drain after each fueling. The sump sample should be examined closely for contamination such as: water, particulate, and filter media (fibers). Use of a “GATS” sump jar (below) is recommended.
Point of contact for this Bulletin is Mr. Charles Mathwig, NBC-AM Fuels Specialist (907) 271- 5061 or charles mathwig@nbc.gov.
Aviation Fuel Filtration Warning (con’t): Aviation Fuel Filtration Warning (con’t): /s/ Robert Galloway /s/ Ron Hanks Robert Galloway Ron Hanks Aviation Safety Manager National Aviation Safety and Training Manager