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 that outline the dangers associated with introducing US suppliers into 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 the majority of European airlines has increased 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 Middle East turmoil persists. In commercial aviation, two primary fuel kinds are utilized. While Jet A is primarily used in North America, Jet A-1 is the worldwide standard for most overseas operations.
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