Reducing microbacterial contamination in jet fuels

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Microbial contamination in jet fuels is a significant concern, primarily linked to the presence of water in fuel sumps. Discussions highlight the importance of understanding the sources and prevention methods for such contamination. Resources from the International Biodegradation and Biodeterioration journal, as well as older articles from the Journal of Industrial Microbiology, are recommended for further reading. The conversation emphasizes the need for effective management strategies to mitigate the risks associated with microbial growth in aviation fuels.
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Hey I'm not sure if this should be here or to the AE guys or both. But I just need to find out a little more on micro bacterial contamination and ways to prevent it in jet fuels. Any of you know about it or have and sources on it?
 
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There are a few articles you can get online (at least as abstract) at the Internation Biodegradation Biodeterioration journal.. I recall a few also being in the old J. Indust Micobriol

The central element is water - in the fuel sump.
 
djeit, I have found a few resources you might like concerning water contamination. Pm me.

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