CA.I.G.K1eFAA-S-ACS-7B · Nov 2023Knowledge
e. Fuel, oil, and hydraulic
Airplane systems, including: e. Fuel, oil, and hydraulic
Bottom line
When conducting preflight and post-flight inspections, pilots must verify that the fluid levels in their aircraft meet the levels specified for safe operations as stated in the Pilot's Operating Handbook. Check the oil and fuel levels and sample the fuel, ensuring that it is the proper grade and free of contaminants.
Key numbers
| Number | What it means |
|---|---|
| 10 minutes of fuel remaining at destination on the ferry flight | Ferry fuel |
FAA references
- PHAK ch. 17 (p. 17-13) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
- SEA ch. 4 (p. 4-1) — FAA-H-8083-23
- PHAK ch. 2 (p. 2-10) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
- AFH ch. 18 (p. 18-9) — FAA-H-8083-3C
- AFH ch. 9 (p. 9-29) — FAA-H-8083-3C
- RMH ch. 1 (p. 1-2) — FAA-H-8083-2A
- SEA ch. 7 (p. 7-4) — FAA-H-8083-23
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