In the case of stationary fuel tanks subjected to high ambient temperatures for prolonged periods, vaporization may account for a significant loss of the more volatile fractions. Although the quantitative loss might not be serious, fuel quality may be affected to the extent of difficult starting under subsequent low temperature conditions.
Aviation Fuel Problems
A Review of the Major Problems from the Use of Aviation Fuels Arising at High Altitudes and High Aircraft Speeds and Some Practicable Solutions
Aircraft Engineering and Aerospace Technology ; 35 , 4 ; 102-105
1963-04-01
4 pages
Article (Journal)
Electronic Resource
English
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