Who should be notified if a bad fuel sample is collected?

When a bad fuel sample is collected, it is crucial to notify both maintenance control and quality assurance. This comprehensive notification ensures that all appropriate personnel are informed of the potential issue with fuel quality, which can have serious implications for aircraft operations and safety.

Maintenance control will need to assess the situation and determine any immediate actions that must be taken regarding the aircraft that could be impacted by compromised fuel. They may decide to ground the aircraft or conduct further fuel testing to confirm the contamination.

Quality assurance plays a vital role in ensuring that standards and protocols related to fuel quality are adhered to. By being informed, they can initiate investigations into the source of the issue, take corrective actions, and prevent future occurrences. This dual notification helps maintain the integrity of aircraft operations and supports the overall safety and reliability of flight operations.

In contrast, simply disposing of a bad fuel sample without notifying relevant personnel would overlook necessary safety protocols and corrective measures, potentially endangering future flights. The involvement of both maintenance control and quality assurance is essential for effective risk management and adherence to safety regulations.