Aircraft Fueling and Defueling Quiz

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What should the fuel servicing crew do if they notice glowing or crackling fuel during aircraft refueling?

Ignore it if the aircraft is not being refueled through a hydrant system.

Inform other aircraft crew members but continue refueling.

Immediately stop refueling and report it to supervision. (correct)

Continue refueling and report it later.

If a fuel leak or mist is noticed during aircraft servicing, what should be the next course of action?

Report it to the base fire department and pollution control response team. (correct)

Continue servicing and inform the pilot about the issue.

Check if it can be fixed by the fuel servicing crew themselves.

Ignore it as long as it is not too severe.

What action should be taken if electrical shocks are experienced by personnel during the fuel servicing process?

Continue working and inform others later.

Try to fix the source of the electrical shocks without stopping work.

Ignore it if it's a minor shock.

Immediately report the shocks to supervision. (correct)

What is the responsibility of the fuel servicing crew regarding recoverable products resulting from aircraft ground handling?

Handle recoverable products according to pollution control laws. Signup and view all the answers

If fluid leaks or sprays are observed during aircraft servicing, what should be done according to the guidelines?

Implement spill control procedures in accordance with local directives. Signup and view all the answers

In case an aircraft has defective grounding/bonding receptacles, what should the fuel servicing crew do?

Stop refueling and report it as per protocol. Signup and view all the answers

What type of switch or valve requires continuous positive hand pressure by the operator to maintain fuel flow?

Pneumatically operated Signup and view all the answers

What happens when the positive hand pressure is released on the switch or valve?

Fuel flow stops Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of defueling according to the passage?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of flash point according to the passage?

The lowest temperature at which vapors arising from fuel will ignite on application of a flame or spark Signup and view all the answers

What type of fuel servicing hose is described as soft (collapsible)?

Rubber hose conforming to MIL-DTL-26521, flexible, capable of being completely flattened and coiled for ease of storage and handling Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Fuel Servicing Safety Zone (FSSZ) mentioned in the passage?

To provide a buffer zone around the aircraft during refueling to prevent ignition sources Signup and view all the answers

What should refueling operators do if back flow is detected during refueling operations?

Immediately stop all refueling operations Signup and view all the answers

What action should an operator take if the wet (RED) indicator light illuminates on the main control panel during refueling?

Immediately stop refuel by releasing the deadman Signup and view all the answers

What should operators do to avoid fuel spill prior to starting any fuel operations?

Verify that the Red Protective Cover is closed Signup and view all the answers

What can happen if the aircraft refueling isolation valve is not in the correct position when dispensing fuel from multiple vehicles and hydrants?

Equipment malfunction Signup and view all the answers

In multiple source refueling, why is it important for both trucks to be in the same operational mode before commencing fueling operations?

To prevent equipment damage or malfunction Signup and view all the answers

What happens when failure to comply with fuel servicing procedures occurs according to the text?

Personnel or long term health hazards may result Signup and view all the answers

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