INTRODUCTION
The Learjet fuel system consists of the fuel tanks, tank venting, indicating, distribution,
transfer, and jettison systems.
This chapter covers the operation of the fuel system up to the engine-driven fuel pumps.
At that point, fuel system operation becomes a function of the engine. Refer to Chapter
7, “Powerplant,” for additional information.
GENERAL
The fuel storage system consists of tip tanks,
integral tanks in each wing, and a fuselage
tank. A crossflow valve permits fuel transfer
between the wings for fuel balancing.
Each wing tank contains a jet pump and an
electric standby pump to supply fuel to the en-
gine on the same side. Tip tank and fuselage tank
fuel must be transferred into the wing tanks by
jet pumps and an electric pump, respectively.
A ram-air system is used to vent all tanks.
Drain valves are provided to remove conden-
sation and contaminants from the low points
in the fuel tanks and to drain the contents of
the vent system sump.
Tip tank fuel can be jettisoned, when required,
if the optional jettison system is installed.
Figure 5-1 depicts the Learjet fuel system.
CHAPTER 5
FUEL SYSTEM
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LEARJET 20 SERIES PILOT TRAINING MANUAL
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