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WingFlaps wrote:
On Feb 10, 5:15?pm, wrote:
WingFlaps wrote:
Simple question, when refuelling should brakes be on or off (for a
light plane)? I've been told both answers with logical reasons for
both. What should I do???

If you find yourself chasing the airplane across the ramp, the brakes
should probably be on.

Parking brakes shouldn't be used for extended periods; that's what
chokes are for.


I'm asking about refuelling, not parking per se.

What do you think is particular about refueling as opposed to any
other sort of short term parking other than attaching a static
ground to the airplane?

If you are alone with no one around to restrain the airplane, stop
the engine and release the brakes.

If the airplanes starts to roll, apply the parking brakes while you
restrain the airplane.

If it doesn't roll, don't apply the parking brakes.

I just don't see why you stopped makes the slightest difference.


I don't either.


Bertie