BEWARE: Water in Fuel Tank Systems

The following information is considered by CAP as basic restoration and maintenance fundamentals for fuel system safety.
The FAA has published a Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) today, to notify airplane owners of the safety hazards associated with water contamination of fuel tank systems on Cessna 150, 170, and 172 airplanes. In this document there are several other documents referenced and inspection suggestions listed that provide essential guidance that is applicable for maintenance and inspection of fuel systems on any small airplane. Note: Although this is a non-mandatory document, the FAA uses the SAIB as a means to notify airplane owners of safety hazards.

We at Certified Aeronautical Products recognize that there are numerous small airplanes including Taylorcrafts and other Antique Airplanes with fuel tank systems of similar design to the Cessna models affected. Therefore, we are recommending that all of the operators of Taylorcraft and other antique airplanes should be aware of these hazards and should review this SAIB document here.

Be Safe!