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dbrown(at)avecc.com
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Posted: Wed Aug 13, 2008 5:51 am Post subject: Post flight inspection N601EX

Thanks to every one for their kind comments, especially to the ones who

suggested a through post flight inspection.  When I removed the right

root wing inspection plate, I found a very slight fuel leak coming from

one of the fuel sender screws.  It was caused by over tightening the

screw, causing the fiber washer to split. There was no outside evidence

of fuel leakage.  The tank had been previously leak tested, so I am

reasonably sure it occurred on the first flight.



Now, all seriousness aside and please excuse my weak attempt at humor,

and please keep the flame throwers holstered, but this could have caused

an explosion which could have caused the wing to fold.



David N601EX



"Aviation in itself is not inherently dangerous, but to a degree even

greater than the sea is terribly unforgiving of any carelessness,

incapacity, or neglect."

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