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What is NYC FC § 2006.12?

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This section mandates that aircraft onboard engines and combustion heaters be turned off during fueling operations, with an exception for emergencies under specific conditions. The statute is enforced by the relevant aviation authority. Applies to operators of aircraft during fueling procedures.

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2006.12 Aircraft engines and heaters.

FC § 2006.12

Aircraft onboard engines and combustion heaters shall be shut down prior to commencing fueling operations and shall remain off until the fueling operation is completed. Exception: In an emergency, a single jet engine is allowed to be operated with the onboard engine running during fueling operations where all of the following conditions are met: 1. The emergency shall have resulted from an onboard failure of the aircraft's auxiliary power unit.

2.Restoration of auxiliary power to the aircraft by ground support services is not available.

3.The engine to be operated is either at the rear of the aircraft or on the opposite side of the aircraft from the fueling operations.

4.The emergency operation is in accordance with a written procedure approved by the commissioner.

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