The EU and two significant international airline organizations have recommended that European airlines utilize US-grade jet fuel to mitigate potential shortages brought on by the US-Israel war with Iran.
Wider international acceptance of US-grade jet fuel might help prevent any supply issues, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA). The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has developed safety guidelines outlining the risks associated with introducing US suppliers to the European market.
As long as it is done responsibly, the EU has stated that there are no “regulatory obstacles” preventing European aircraft from utilizing US-grade gasoline. Since the beginning of the conflict, the cost of jet fuel used by most European airlines has risen by half.
Stuart Fox, director of flight and technical operations at IATA, cautioned in a blog post that “it won’t be long before we see fuel shortages in some parts of the world” if the turmoil in the Middle East persists.
In commercial aviation, two primary types of fuel are used. While Jet A is primarily used in North America, Jet A-1 is the worldwide standard for most overseas operations. The two are basically the same and are both types of kerosene. Jet A-1’s freezing point is lower than Jet A’s, though. This implies that it can be utilized more adaptably on long-distance and arctic journeys, according to Fox.
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