FUEL-INERTING CHALLENGES
I can see both sides of the argument about fuel tank inerting devices (AW&ST Apr. 24, p. 66). The risk posed by combustible mixtures in tanks is real. There is little chance of ignition, but the results are catastrophic. The airlines make a good point, too: Inerting systems constitute a huge expense...
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