US jet fuel could be used in Europe to ease possible shortages
Summary
European airlines may start using US-made jet fuel to help with jet fuel shortages and high prices caused by the war between the US, Israel, and Iran. Aviation groups say US jet fuel is similar enough to European fuel, but special safety rules would need to be followed.Key Facts
- The war involving the US, Israel, and Iran has caused jet fuel prices in Europe to rise sharply.
- Europe usually imports a type of jet fuel called Jet A-1 from the Gulf region, but these supplies have dropped.
- The US mainly produces Jet A fuel, which is slightly different but still a form of kerosene.
- Using US Jet A fuel in Europe could help reduce fuel shortages if managed carefully.
- The European Aviation Safety Agency gave guidelines to ensure safety when using US jet fuel in Europe.
- Jet A fuel has a higher freezing point than Jet A-1, but North American airlines use additives and planning to operate safely in cold regions.
- British Airways' parent company said current fuel supplies are fine but could be limited if the Middle East conflict continues.
- Increased US shipments have helped fill some of the supply gap in Europe, but US refineries can only produce limited amounts of Jet A-1 fuel.
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