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It is my understanding that an Aircraft exploded on the ground on March 03, 2001 it was a Thai Airways 737-400 series. The source of the explosion was comfirmed to have originated from the center tank.After sitting approx. 40 minutes. An Airworthiness Directive has come down the pike ref. AD 2001-08-24 incorporating a revision to the flight manuals stating the importance of prolong operation of the fuel pumps when dry, due to the heat generated in a confined area filled with vapors could be a cause for ignition. This AD will have an effectivity date of MAY 10, 2001.
Not saying the two are related as an official statement has not been forthcoming, but the chronological chain of events insinuates relevance.
Good day to all...
[This message has been edited by Dragonspet (edited 01 May 2001).]