The ground refueling valve enables the connection of the ground refueling adapter and central refueling of aircraft tanks. The inlet port of the Valve is protected with a cap attached to the aircraft frame via a chain.
When refueling, the cap is removed and the refueling adapter, connected via a poppet type valve, opens the fuel flow to the tank. When the refueling adapter is removed, the poppet valve closes the fuel line.
Ground fueling management system
It is used on the ground to refuel and defuel the aircraft, allowing safe use of full tank capacity.
