auxiliary fuel pump

An electrical-driven pump that supplies fuel to the engine either while starting or in the case of failure of an engine-driven pump.

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My initial spoken reaction can't be printed here, but I ran through the emergency procedures: mixture full rich, prop to high rpm, full throttle, auxiliary fuel pump on.

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Inside, the only difference that shows immediately is that the high side of the auxiliary fuel pump switch is no longer spring-loaded to off.

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This activates the auxiliary fuel pump and transfers fuel from the external fuel supply to the generator fuel tank.

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* What is the procedure to follow concerning the use of the auxiliary fuel pump? Is it to be on for takeoff, landing or only in an emergency?

Fuel systems 101: most fuel-system accidents result from poor planning or failure to understand how the aircraft's engine is supplied

If you're not using the auxiliary fuel pump on your 100-kW generator, make sure the auxiliary fuel switch on the electronic modular control panel is switched to OFF.

Auxiliary fuel pump advice

The electrically powered auxiliary fuel pump on a fuel-injected engine can pull double duty as part of a priming system: Momentarily push a button or flick a switch and the pump primes all cylinders for you.

Engine induction systems: the two main types for piston engines--carburetion and fuel injection--each have their benefits and drawbacks

The pilot reported that, at about 300 feet agl, the engine "quit suddenly with no surging or other warning signs." He selected the auxiliary fuel pump to the high position and switched fuel tanks.

NTSB reports: recent general aviation and air carrier accidents

After activating the auxiliary fuel pump, he was able to restart the engine but only partial power was restored.

NTSB reports

The auxiliary fuel pump switch was in the off position.

Lack of commitment: when the engine fails, pick a suitable landing site and stick with it. Don't forget to run the engine-out checklist