Aviation Fuel Types & Compatible Refueling Vehicles
Aug 12, 2025| Aviation Fuel Types
Aviation fuels are categorized based on engine type, with strict specifications for performance and safety
Jet Fuel (For Turbine Engines)
Jet A/Jet A-1
Composition: Kerosene-based, unleaded.
Use: Commercial jets, turboprops.
Key Specs:
Freeze point: -40°C (Jet A) / -47°C (Jet A-1).
Flash point: ≥38°C.
Complies with ASTM D1655/Def Stan 91-91.
AvGas (For Piston Engines)
100LL (Low Lead)
Composition: High-octane, leaded gasoline.
Use: Small piston-engine aircraft.
Key Specs:
Dyed blue for identification.
Meets ASTM D910 standards.
Types of CNC machining
Refueling trucks must align with fuel type, operational scale, and safety regulations
Jet Fuel Refuelers
Large-Capacity Tankers (5,000–10,000+ gallons)
Typical Use: Major airports, high-volume operations.
Key Features:
Aluminum or stainless steel tanks (corrosion-resistant).
High-flow pumps (300+ GPM).
API-compliant grounding systems.
Optional hydrant-system compatibility.
Medium-Capacity Trucks (2,000–5,000 gallons)
Typical Use: Regional airports, military bases.
Key Features:
Dual compartments (for defueling or multi-fuel use).
Explosion-proof electrical systems.
Automated metering and filtration (10-micron).
AvGas Refuelers
General Aviation Trucks (1,000–3,000 gallons)
Typical Use: FBOs, flight schools.
Key Features:
Lead-resistant tank coatings.
Self-contained spill containment.
FAA-compliant filtration.
Mobile Dispensers (500–1,000 gallons)
Typical Use: Small airfields, remote operations.
Key Features:
Compact design for ramp maneuverability.
Grounding interlocks for static safety.