Fueling Deicing

燃料サンプ

A low point or reservoir in an aircraft fuel tank or system where water, debris, and contaminants collect and can be drained during preflight checks.

Quick answer: A low point or reservoir in an aircraft fuel tank or system where water, debris, and contaminants collect and can be drained during preflight checks.

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Quick answer

A low point or reservoir in an aircraft fuel tank or system where water, debris, and contaminants collect and can be drained during preflight checks.

Why it matters

燃料サンプ matters because it supports clear communication in Fueling Deicing contexts for Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as ICAO Level 4, ICAO Level 5, ICAO Level 6, and EASA FCL.055.

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Questions and answers

What is 燃料サンプ?

In this glossary, 燃料サンプ refers to: A low point or reservoir in an aircraft fuel tank or system where water, debris, and contaminants collect and can be drained during preflight checks.

How is 燃料サンプ used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "パイロットはエンジン始動前に燃料サンプを排出し、プレフライト点検の一環として水や堆積物の有無を確認してください。"

Why does 燃料サンプ matter in aviation?

燃料サンプ matters because it supports clear communication in Fueling Deicing contexts for Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as ICAO Level 4, ICAO Level 5, ICAO Level 6, and EASA FCL.055.

Who uses 燃料サンプ?

燃料サンプ is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does 燃料サンプ belong to?

In this glossary, 燃料サンプ is grouped under Fueling Deicing. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.

Where does this definition come from?

This definition is sourced from ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG and published by Protermify Aviation as a static aviation reference page.

Definition

A low point or reservoir in an aircraft fuel tank or system where water, debris, and contaminants collect and can be drained during preflight checks.

Operational example

Pilot, drain the fuel sump prior to start and check for water or sediment as part of the preflight inspection.

Localized term

燃料サンプ

Localized example

パイロットはエンジン始動前に燃料サンプを排出し、プレフライト点検の一環として水や堆積物の有無を確認してください。

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Fueling Deicing

Exam relevance

  • ICAO Level 4
  • ICAO Level 5
  • ICAO Level 6
  • EASA FCL.055

Target audience

  • Pilots
  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Cabin Crew

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