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Old January 20th 06, 03:43 AM posted to rec.aviation.piloting
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Default Why do jets leave a white trail behind them.

Jim Macklin wrote:

It is hydroscopic and absorbs water. The water in the
"spaces" between the hydrocarbon is where the fungus grows.


I still believe that the water contained in the fuel is a small part of
the water contained in the exhaust that is formed when the hydrocarbon
is combusted.


Matt