During fueling or spill, electric cargo trucks must maintain at least how many feet from aircraft?

• A. 10 feet
• B. 50 feet
• C. 30 feet
• D. 20 feet

Answer: (B)

During fueling or in the event of a spill, the main risk is ignition from jet-fuel vapors, static discharge, or electrical arcing near the aircraft. Keeping a generous safety buffer between the vehicle and the aircraft minimizes the chance that vapors will reach an ignition source and provides space for safe handling and emergency response. The standard minimum distance for electric cargo trucks in these operations is 50 feet. This distance helps ensure that any spilled fuel or vapor does not come into contact with potential ignition sources on the truck or with the aircraft, and it allows responders to work safely if an incident occurs. Shorter distances do not provide enough clearance for vapor drift, spill control, or safe access for emergency actions.