If a fuel leak is suspected during ascent or cruise, what steps are taken?

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If a fuel leak is suspected during ascent or cruise, what steps are taken?

When a fuel leak is suspected in flight, the priority is to secure fuel supply and maintain control of the situation. The steps start with alerting the crew so everyone is aware and can act in a coordinated way. Next, isolate the affected tank to stop or minimize the leaking fuel from entering the system, which helps reduce overall fuel loss and maintain proper balance. If necessary to keep engines supplied, switch to crossfeed so fuel can be drawn from other tanks and maintain safe engine operation. Finally, notify maintenance and follow the QRH to perform the prescribed troubleshooting and checks. This sequence uses established procedures to manage the leak safely, keep the airplane fueled and balanced, and prepare for on-ground service.

When a fuel leak is suspected in flight, the priority is to secure fuel supply and maintain control of the situation. The steps start with alerting the crew so everyone is aware and can act in a coordinated way. Next, isolate the affected tank to stop or minimize the leaking fuel from entering the system, which helps reduce overall fuel loss and maintain proper balance. If necessary to keep engines supplied, switch to crossfeed so fuel can be drawn from other tanks and maintain safe engine operation. Finally, notify maintenance and follow the QRH to perform the prescribed troubleshooting and checks. This sequence uses established procedures to manage the leak safely, keep the airplane fueled and balanced, and prepare for on-ground service.

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