J Croft, Fueling fears, Aviation Week & Space Technology, 18 February 2013, p 33

In US, Boeing and CFM International are checking fuel supplies from a particular refinery following fluctuations in spool speeds at high power settings in 737NG aircraft. Sources of contamination can include water, particulates, gummy residues from biodegradation, bacterial growth or overuse of biocides.

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Journal title: Aviation Week & Space Technology

Keywords: 3 Fuel Handling - 3.2 Contamination

Countries: USA -

Subjects: Aviation fuel handling, Biocides