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An American Eagle aircraft was being prepared for departure at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) when a refueling accident sent jet fuel spraying uncontrollably across the aircraft and tarmac. The dramatic scene, captured on multiple videos on social media, shows the moment a ground worker lost control of a pressurized fuel hose and flooded the area with the highly flammable liquid.
The incident reportedly occurred on October 11th. According to footage and eyewitness accounts, the ground crew member had just completed refueling when he attempted to disconnect the hose from the aircraft’s fuel port. Fuel was still actively being pumped and as soon as the hose was detached, it whipped violently around while pumping it everywhere.
In the video, the worker appears visibly startled as he tries to avoid the stream of fuel. He can be seen rubbing his face where it splashed before running to the fuel truck. He eventually manages to shut off the pump.
Emergency crews from the airport’s fire and rescue services responded and deployed special absorbent materials to contain and clean the spill. Operations at nearby gates were briefly paused while the area was cleared and inspected for safety. Fortunately, no injuries were reported and the aircraft did not sustain significant damage.
While the exact cause of the malfunction remains under investigation, many online have suggested that a mechanical failure (such as a broken hose or faulty pressure valve) was the cause of the incident.
Anthony’s Take: Thankfully, no one was hurt and this spill was contained. It’s crazy to watch the footage and see the pressure with which the fuel is pumped.
(Featured Image Credit: @aviationbrk via X.)
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