A series of recent events involving the mixing of an incorrect additive into jet fuel dispensed at a Florida airport has triggered safety warnings to both turbine operators and fuel handlers.
Warning Issued on Contaminated Jet Fuel
Key Takeaways:
- Recent incidents have prompted safety warnings regarding the mistaken mixing of Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) into jet fuel, a dangerous practice because DEF forms crystals that clog aircraft fuel systems and can be confused with an approved icing inhibitor.
- The severity of DEF contamination was highlighted in May 2019, when two charter jets experienced engine failures and emergency landings after being serviced with contaminated fuel at a Florida airport.
- AOPA and the FAA are advising fuel handlers and operators to implement strict procedures to prevent DEF introduction into aircraft fuel, as contamination is undetectable during preflight inspections.
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