ELIMINATE AVIATION GASOLINE LEAD EMISSIONS INITIATIVE

​Our goal is to eliminate the use of leaded aviation fuels for piston-engine aircraft in the United States by the end of 2030 without adversely impacting the safe and efficient operation of the existing fleet.

General Aviation Modifications, Inc (GAMI)

LyondellBasell &
VP Racing Fuels

Swift Fuels

Introduction to the authorization processes

 

FAA Authorization for New Fuel

There are two pathways available to obtain FAA authorization for the use of a new fuel.

Supplemental Type Certificate Process

  • Traditional FAA aircraft type certification process.
  • GAMI and Swift are pursuing FAA STC approval for high-octane unleaded fuel use.

Fleet Authorization Process

  • FAA aviation fuel fleet authorization process established by Congress through a collaborative industry/government testing program.
  • LyondellBasell / VP Racing are pursuing FAA authorization of a high-octane unleaded fuel through the PAFI.

 

The following charts provide information on the pathways and fuel specifications. For additional detail click here.