Mobil to interview light aircraft operators over affect of fuel contamination incident - Mobil Oil Australia Ltd - Brief Article

Airline Industry Information, Feb 15, 2000

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Mobil Oil Australia Ltd is sending out a series of teams to interview light aircraft pilots and operators across the country about the effects of the contaminated fuel crisis.

The three teams of aviation and technical specialists and claims advisers will discuss concerns about avgas contamination and advise about the financial assistance available under Mobil`s AUD15m compensation scheme.

The teams will visit airports over the next three weeks, including those in New South Wales, Queensland, Victoria, Tasmania and South Australia.

A statement released by Mobil`s aviation manager said that `to date Mobil has paid out over AUD1m to reimburse customers for costs associated with aircraft fuel system inspection, testing and clean out and to provide financial relief for those in need. Our intention is that all those who are eligible will receive fair compensation for their direct business losses. We hope these field visits will encourage those affected to take advantage of our offer and apply for compensation.`

The fuel contamination crisis began in December 1999 and saw about 5,000 Australian light aircraft grounded while aviation authorities attempted to develop appropriate tests and fuel system cleaning techniques.

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