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Aviation Learning Center Document Bird CK, Blocked Fuel Tank, ATA 2810, 2nd event
Author: F-620 Aviation Maintenace Alerts Team Date: September 15,, 2010
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Airplanes, Bird CK, Block Fuel Tank, March 2012, An A&P mechanic advised that this aircraft underwent full restoration; the original steel fuel tank was used which was in excellent condition. The tank was prepped, and Randolph sloshing compound was applied IAW the manufacturer's instructions. This tank was sloshed to seal any pinholes in the tank—common for its age and material. Ten months after being put back into service the aircraft had accumulated 6.0 hours since restoration with no abnormalities. Shortly after this takeoff, the engine quit—the pilot landed on the remaining part of the runway.

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