Originally Posted by Milt
There was a time when we were concerned about Cladisporeum (spelling?) which grew in aircraft fuel tanks at the water fuel interface producing a corrosive of integral tanks. Many wing skins had to be replaced. Fuel additives were developed to combat the problem.
Pretty close, Cladosporium Resinae. I'm sure this has nothing to do with this accident but it's still interesting to see what can be lurking in fuel tanks-usually in warmer climes- so it's another reason to keep doing those water drain checks.
Look at the link if you would like to find out more.
www.casa.gov.au/fsa/2005/oct/50-51.pdf URL]