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Fuel tank sump

A sampling port in the lowest part of the fuel tank that the pilot can utilize to check for contaminants in the fuel.

Dictionary Term

Fuel tank sump

Definition

  • A sampling port in the lowest part of the fuel tank that the pilot can utilize to check for contaminants in the fuel.

References

  • Airplane Flying Handbook · Federal Aviation Administration · 2021