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Aircraft Fluid Removal

Before an aircraft is cut apart, fuel and hydraulic fluid are drained through hoses into sealed drums. Batteries and pressurized cylinders are taken out and placed in safe containers so they cannot leak into soil or water.

In the picture

  1. A drain valve under the wing with a hose to a closed collection drum
  2. A drip tray beneath the landing gear holding leaked hydraulic fluid
  3. A worker lifting a battery from an open panel
  4. A worker rolling a pressurized cylinder on a cart

Examples

  • A car mechanic drains oil into a pan before replacing an engine part.
  • A camp stove fuel canister is emptied and stored safely before the stove is thrown away.

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Biology, Age 14