1989 Air Ontario Crash Highlights Enduring Risks of 'Hot Fueling' in Winter Operations
The 1989 crash of an Air Ontario Fokker F-28 in Dryden, Canada, serves as a critical safety lesson for modern airports. The investigation determined the cause was ice and snow contamination on the wings, which were not de-iced before takeoff. A major contributing factor was the airline's 'hot fueling' procedure, where an engine was left running during refueling, preventing the use of a de-icing truck. This incident underscores the danger of prioritizing quick turnarounds over fundamental safety protocols. The analysis warns that congested airports may be tempted to use similar efficiency-driven procedures that introduce unacceptable risks, especially during winter weather.
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