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on 7 May 2009.
Background:  This Directive results from fuel system reviews conducted by the manufacturer.  The Directive is issued to prevent an electrical fault in the fuel pump system, which might cause a connector or end cap to burn through and a subsequent fire or explosion inside the fuel pump or wing spar area.  The Directive is also issued to prevent uncommanded operation of the auxiliary fuel tank pumps, which can cause them to run dry.  This condition will increase pump temperature and could supply an ignition source to fumes in the fuel tank, which can result in a consequent fire or explosion.

James Coyne
Delegate of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority

26 March 2009