Chapter 20 — AVIATION FACILITIES
Section 2006 — AIRCRAFT FUELING
2025 California Fire Code (Title 24, Part 9) · 2025 edition · ingested 2026-07-07 · California
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2006.1 Aircraft motor vehicle fuel-dispensing facilities. ¶
2006.1 Aircraft motor vehicle fuel-dispensing facilities. Aircraft motor vehicle fuel-dispensing facilities shall be in accordance with Chapter 23.
2006.2 Airport fuel systems. ¶
2006.2 Airport fuel systems. Airport fuel systems shall be designed and constructed in accordance with NFPA 407.
2006.3 Construction of aircraft-fueling vehicles and accessories. ¶
2006.3 Construction of aircraft-fueling vehicles and accessories. Aircraft-fueling vehicles shall comply with this section and shall be designed and constructed in accordance with NFPA 407. 2006.3.1 Transfer apparatus. Aircraft-fueling vehicles shall be equipped and maintained with an approved transfer apparatus. 2006.3.1.1 Internal combustion type. Where such transfer apparatus is operated by an individual unit of the internalcombustion-motor type, such power unit shall be located as remotely as practicable from pumps, piping, meters, air eliminators, water separators, hose reels and similar…
2006.4 Operation, maintenance and use of aircraft-fueling vehicles. ¶
2006.4 Operation, maintenance and use of aircraft-fueling vehicles. The operation, maintenance and use of aircraft-fueling vehicles shall be in accordance with Sections 2006.4.1 through 2006.4.4 and other applicable provisions of this chapter. 2006.4.1 Proper maintenance. Aircraft-fueling vehicles and all related equipment shall be properly maintained and kept in good repair. Accumulations of oil, grease, fuel and other flammable or combustible materials is prohibited. Maintenance and servicing of such equipment shall be accomplished in approved areas. 2006.4.2 Vehicle integrity. Tanks,…
2006.5 Fueling and defueling. ¶
2006.5 Fueling and defueling. Aircraft-fueling and defueling operations shall be in accordance with Sections 2006.5.1 through 2006.5.5. 2006.5.1 Positioning of aircraft-fueling vehicles. Aircraft-fueling vehicles shall not be located, parked or permitted to stand in a position where such unit would obstruct egress from an aircraft should a fire occur during fuel-transfer operations. Aircraft-fueling vehicles shall not be located, parked or permitted to stand under any portion of an aircraft. Exception: Aircraft-fueling vehicles shall be allowed to be located under aircraft wings during…
2006.6 Emergency fuel shutoff. ¶
2006.6 Emergency fuel shutoff. Emergency fuel shutoff controls and procedures shall comply with Sections 2006.6.1 through 2006.6.4. 2006.6.1 Controls. Emergency fuel shutoff controls shall be provided with ready access at all times when the fueling system is being operated. 2006.6.2 Notification of the fire department. The fueling-system operator shall establish a procedure by which the fire department will be notified in the event of an activation of an emergency fuel shutoff control. 2006.6.3 Determining cause. Prior to reestablishment of normal fuel flow, the cause of fuel shutoff…
2006.7 Protection of hoses. ¶
2006.7 Protection of hoses. Before an aircraft-fueling vehicle is moved, fuel-transfer hoses shall be properly placed on the approved reel or in the compartment provided, or stored on the top decking of the fueling vehicle if proper height rail is provided for security and protection of such equipment. Fuel-transfer hose shall not be looped or draped over any part of the fueling vehicle, except as herein provided. Fuel-transfer hose shall not be dragged when such fueling vehicle is moved from one fueling position to another.
2006.8 Loading and unloading. ¶
2006.8 Loading and unloading. Aircraft-fueling vehicles shall be loaded only at an approved loading rack. Such loading racks shall be in accordance with Section 5706.5.1.12. Exceptions: 1. Aircraft-refueling units are allowed to be loaded from the fuel tanks of an aircraft during defueling operations. 2. Fuel transfer between tank vehicles is allowed to be performed in accordance with Section 5706.6 where the operation is not less than 200 feet (60 960 mm) from an aircraft. The fuel cargo of such units shall be unloaded only by approved transfer apparatus into the fuel tanks of aircraft,…
2006.9 Passengers. ¶
2006.9 Passengers. Passenger traffic is allowed during the time fuel-transfer operations are in progress, provided that the following provisions are strictly enforced by the owner of the aircraft or the owner’s authorized employee: 1. Smoking and producing an open flame in the cabin of the aircraft or the outside thereof within 50 feet (15 240 mm) of such aircraft shall be prohibited. A qualified employee of the aircraft owner shall be responsible for seeing that the passengers are not allowed to smoke when remaining aboard the aircraft or while going across the ramp from the gate to such…
2006.10 Sources of ignition. ¶
2006.10 Sources of ignition. Smoking and producing open flames within 50 feet (15 240 mm) of a point where fuel is being transferred shall be prohibited. Electrical and motor-driven devices shall not be connected to or disconnected from an aircraft at any time fueling operations are in progress on such aircraft.
2006.11 Fuel spill prevention and procedures. ¶
2006.11 Fuel spill prevention and procedures. Fuel spill prevention and the procedures for handling spills shall comply with Sections 2006.11.1 through 2006.11.7. 2006.11.1 Fuel-servicing equipment maintenance. Aircraft fuel-servicing equipment shall be maintained and kept free from leaks. Fuel-servicing equipment that malfunctions or leaks shall not be continued in service. 2006.11.2 Transporting fuel nozzles. Fuel nozzles shall be carried utilizing appropriate handles. Dragging fuel nozzles along the ground shall be prohibited. 2006.11.3 Drum fueling. Fueling from drums or other containers…
2006.12 Aircraft engines and heaters. ¶
2006.12 Aircraft engines and heaters. Operation of aircraft onboard engines and combustion heaters shall be terminated prior to commencing fuel-servicing operations and shall remain off until the fuel-servicing operation is completed. Exception: In an emergency, a single jet engine is allowed to be operated during fuel servicing where all of the following conditions are met: 1. The emergency shall have resulted from an onboard failure of the aircraft’s auxiliary power unit. 2. Restoration of auxiliary power to the aircraft by ground support services is not available. 3. The engine to be…
2006.13 Vehicle and equipment restrictions. ¶
2006.13 Vehicle and equipment restrictions. During aircraft-fueling operations, only the equipment actively involved in the fueling operation is allowed within 50 feet (15 240 mm) of the aircraft being fueled. Other equipment shall be prohibited in this area until the fueling operation is complete. A clear space of not less than 10 feet (3048 mm) shall be maintained between aircraft fuel-system vent openings and any part or portion of aircraft-servicing vehicles or equipment. Exception: Aircraft-fueling operations utilizing single-point refueling with a sealed, mechanically locked fuel line…
2006.14 Electrical equipment. ¶
2006.14 Electrical equipment. Electrical equipment, including but not limited to, battery chargers, ground or auxiliary power units, fans, compressors or tools, shall not be operated, nor shall they be connected or disconnected from their power source, during fuelservicing operations. 2006.14.1 Other equipment. Electrical or other spark-producing equipment shall not be used within 10 feet (3048 mm) of fueling equipment, aircraft fill or vent points, or spill areas unless that equipment is intrinsically safe and approved for use in an explosive atmosphere.
2006.15 Open flames. ¶
2006.15 Open flames. Open flames and open-flame devices are prohibited within 50 feet (15 240 mm) of any aircraft fuel-servicing operation or fueling equipment. 2006.15.1 Other areas. The fire code official is authorized to establish other locations where open flames and open-flame devices are prohibited. 2006.15.2 Matches and lighters. Personnel assigned to and engaged in fuel-servicing operations shall not carry matches or lighters on or about their person. Matches or lighters shall be prohibited in, on or about aircraft-fueling equipment.
2006.16 Lightning procedures. ¶
2006.16 Lightning procedures. The fire code official is authorized to require the airport authority and the fueling-system operator to establish written procedures to follow when lightning flashes are detected on or near the airport. These procedures shall establish criteria for the suspension and resumption of aircraft-fueling operations.
2006.17 Fuel-transfer locations. ¶
2006.17 Fuel-transfer locations. Aircraft fuel-transfer operations shall be prohibited indoors. Exception: In aircraft hangars built in accordance with the provisions of the California Building Code for Group F-1 occupancies, aircraft fuel-transfer operations are allowed where either of the following conditions exist: 1. Necessary to accomplish aircraft fuel-system maintenance operations. Such operations shall be performed in accordance with nationally recognized standards. 2. The fuel being used has a flash point greater than 100°F (37.8°C). 2006.17.1 Position of aircraft. Aircraft being…
2006.18 Defueling operations. ¶
2006.18 Defueling operations. The requirements for fueling operations contained in this section shall also apply to aircraft defueling operations. Additional procedures shall be established by the fueling-system operator to prevent overfilling of the tank vehicle used in the defueling operation.
2006.19 Maintenance of aircraft-fueling hose. ¶
2006.19 Maintenance of aircraft-fueling hose. Aircraft-fueling hoses shall be maintained in accordance with Sections 2006.19.1 through 2006.19.4. 2006.19.1 Inspections. Hoses used to fuel or defuel aircraft shall be inspected periodically to ensure their serviceability and suitability for continued service. The fuel service operator shall maintain records of all tests and inspections performed on fueling hoses. Hoses found to be defective or otherwise damaged shall be immediately removed from service. 2006.19.1.1 Daily inspection. Each hose shall be inspected daily. This inspection shall…
2006.20 Aircraft fuel-servicing vehicles parking. ¶
2006.20 Aircraft fuel-servicing vehicles parking. Unattended aircraft fuel-servicing vehicles shall be parked in areas that provide for both the unencumbered dispersal of vehicles in the event of an emergency and the control of leakage such that adjacent buildings and storm drains are not contaminated by leaking fuel. 2006.20.1 Parking area design. Parking areas for tank vehicles shall be designed and utilized such that a clearance of 10 feet (3048 mm) is maintained between each parked vehicle for fire department access. In addition, a minimum clearance of 50 feet (15 240 mm) shall be…
2006.21 Radar equipment. ¶
2006.21 Radar equipment. Aircraft fuel-servicing operations shall be prohibited while the weather-mapping radar of that aircraft is operating. Aircraft fuel-servicing or other operations in which flammable liquids, vapors or mists could be present shall not be conducted within 300 feet (91 440 mm) of an operating aircraft surveillance radar. Aircraft fuel-servicing operations shall not be conducted within 300 feet (91 440 mm) of airport flight traffic surveillance radar equipment. Aircraft fuel-servicing or other operations in which flammable liquids, vapors or mists could be present shall…