Aircraft Refuel
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2026-5-06Oil & Fuel Absorbent Pads: A Important Part of Aviation Fueling Safety
When we are fueling airplanes on the apron we need to be very careful with every single drop of fuel. From the pipelines to the refueling vehicles and finally to the airplane it is common for fuel to -
2026-4-29Why Do Aircraft Use Kerosene (Jet Fuel)?
Today, we take it for granted that jet aircraft burn kerosene. But in the early days of aviation, planes ran on the same gasoline as your car. Why did the menu change so completely? This history is no -
2026-4-23Aircraft's Fuel Tank Password: Where is it Hidden?
Do you know where an aircraft’s fuel tanks are located? The fuel capacity of a single airplane is enough to power an ordinary private car for more than ten years. So where are these massive fuel tanks -
2026-4-23How Much Fuel Does a Plane Need for a Single Flight?
When we board a plane, we rarely think about the massive amount of energy required to lift us into the sky. A common misconception is that planes, like cars, are simply "filled up" before every trip. -
2025-10-10Aircraft Jet Fuel Contamination Knowledge Share: Focusing on Microbial Contam...
In May 2022, a Sichuan Airlines A350 aircraft was unexpectedly stranded in Africa for nearly a month. According to flight tracking software, the A350 had flown from Chengdu to Abuja, the capital of Ni -
2025-9-26What is Aviation Fuel? A Comprehensive Guide to Aviation Fuel
In the aviation transportation system, aviation fuel is the core power source ensuring the normal flight of aircraft, and its performance directly relates to flight safety, efficiency, and cost. Compare -
2025-9-24A Drop of Water, A World of Risk: The Aviation Industry's Silent Battle for F...
Following a routine refueling after a storm, multiple aircraft at a major hub airport experience sudden engine problems. The culprit? Invisible water contamination in the fuel, a hazard that extends f -
2025-9-02Aircraft Fuel System: Composition, Functions, Importance, and Maintenance Req...
The aircraft fuel system is a critical component that ensures flight safety and efficiency. Its design and operation extend far beyond simple fuel storage and delivery. It must safely store large quan