Fuel Tanks CTLS
in General Tech Discussion
11 years ago
I bought my 2007 CTLS, wiht 400 hrs., and had it shipped to Hawaii in July. I have about 25 hours on it now, flying around and enjoying the spectacular views here.
But.....I have noticed that "occasionally" during my pre-flight the L and R tanks can physically measure 6-7 gallons differently....strange, as they are interconnected, and I though constantly leveling or balancing out.....hmmmm; what is going on ......
Recently, when I checked them on my flight from Maui back to Kona the L tank was 7 gallons, while the R tank was 12 gallons. If I was flying on only the L tank, then I would not make it back to Kona, so I stopped in Hana, physically checked them ( just to be "safe" ) and they were both exactly equal.....what's up?
Anyone's rationale / understanding / explanation for this would really be appreciated, as flying almost exclusively over water one wants a little confidence in what is happening :O)
Scott
Kona
Hawaii
But.....I have noticed that "occasionally" during my pre-flight the L and R tanks can physically measure 6-7 gallons differently....strange, as they are interconnected, and I though constantly leveling or balancing out.....hmmmm; what is going on ......
Recently, when I checked them on my flight from Maui back to Kona the L tank was 7 gallons, while the R tank was 12 gallons. If I was flying on only the L tank, then I would not make it back to Kona, so I stopped in Hana, physically checked them ( just to be "safe" ) and they were both exactly equal.....what's up?
Anyone's rationale / understanding / explanation for this would really be appreciated, as flying almost exclusively over water one wants a little confidence in what is happening :O)
Scott
Kona
Hawaii
