Jet A-1 Aviation Fuel

Aviation turbine fuel for commercial aviation and international bulk supply requirements.

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Jet A-1 aviation turbine fuel

Jet A-1 Aviation Turbine Fuel

Jet A-1 is a kerosene-type aviation turbine fuel widely used in commercial aviation. It is defined under internationally recognized aviation fuel specifications, including ASTM D1655 and DEF STAN 91-091.

Legion Oil and Gas facilitates commercial sourcing opportunities for Jet A-1 aviation fuel for qualified buyers requiring bulk quantities for aviation, fuel distribution and related downstream requirements.

Each requirement is evaluated according to the requested specification, quantity, loading location, destination, delivery schedule and applicable commercial terms.

Jet A-1 Fuel Supply

Jet A-1 is designed for use in turbine-powered aircraft where the applicable aircraft, operator and fuel-handling requirements permit its use.

Commercial requirements may include spot purchases, recurring monthly volumes or longer-term supply arrangements, subject to the applicable supply opportunity and contractual terms.

International Aviation Fuel

Jet A-1 is used throughout international aviation fuel supply chains. Buyers should specify the destination airport, terminal or delivery point, required quantity and applicable quality standard when submitting an inquiry.

Jet A-1 Aviation Fuel Characteristics

Key properties associated with Jet A-1 aviation turbine fuel.

Low Freezing Point

Jet A-1 has a maximum freezing point of -47°C under the applicable specification.

Flash Point

The minimum flash point specified for Jet A-1 is 38°C.

Density

Typical specification limits for density at 15°C are 775–840 kg/m³.

Jet A-1 Technical Specification

Key reference properties for Jet A-1 aviation turbine fuel.

Parameter Jet A-1
Product Aviation Turbine Fuel
Fuel Grade Jet A-1
Applicable Specifications ASTM D1655 / DEF STAN 91-091
Flash Point Minimum 38°C
Freezing Point Maximum -47°C
Density at 15°C 775–840 kg/m³
Kinematic Viscosity at -20°C Maximum 8.0 mm²/s
Net Heat of Combustion Minimum 42.8 MJ/kg
Total Sulfur Maximum 0.30% mass
Mercaptan Sulfur Maximum 0.003% mass
Final Boiling Point Maximum 300°C
Aromatics Maximum 25% volume

The values shown above represent key reference characteristics and should not be treated as a substitute for the complete applicable aviation fuel specification or batch-specific certificate of analysis. Final product quality must be verified against the applicable contractual specification and documentation.

Jet A-1 Aviation Fuel Applications

Jet A-1 serves a range of commercial aviation fuel requirements and aviation supply-chain applications.

Commercial Aviation

Aviation turbine fuel requirements for compatible commercial turbine-powered aircraft.

Airport Fuel Supply

Bulk aviation fuel requirements associated with airport and aviation fuel distribution operations.

Aviation Fuel Distributors

Supply requirements from qualified aviation fuel distributors and downstream fuel companies.

Airline Requirements

Commercial purchasing requirements from airlines and aviation operators, subject to applicable procurement and quality procedures.

International Trading

Cross-border commercial transactions involving aviation turbine fuel and qualified counterparties.

Bulk Supply

Large-volume requirements structured around loading location, destination and delivery terms.

Bulk Jet A-1 Supply

Commercial aviation fuel requirements should include complete delivery and quality information.

Quantity

Specify the required spot quantity or recurring monthly volume.

Destination

Provide the airport, terminal, port or other agreed delivery location.

Delivery Terms

Specify the requested Incoterm and delivery basis.

Schedule

State the first required delivery date and subsequent delivery schedule.

Aviation Fuel Quality & Documentation

Aviation turbine fuel requires controlled quality assurance throughout the supply chain.

Jet A-1 transactions require attention to product quality, certification, storage, handling and delivery procedures. ASTM D1655 establishes minimum property requirements for Jet A and Jet A-1, while separate industry procedures address quality assurance and fuel handling after batch certification.

Depending on the transaction and applicable supply chain, buyers may require technical specifications, certificates of analysis, batch documentation, inspection documentation and other quality-assurance records.

Product Specification

Applicable aviation fuel specification and technical requirements.

Quality Documentation

Relevant batch and quality documentation as applicable to the transaction.

Inspection

Independent inspection or testing can be incorporated where required by the agreed transaction procedure.

What Buyers Should Include in a Jet A-1 Inquiry

Complete requirements help establish the appropriate commercial and logistics framework.

  • Product: Jet A-1 aviation turbine fuel
  • Required quantity
  • Monthly or annual requirement, if applicable
  • Destination airport, terminal or port
  • Required specification or standard
  • Preferred Incoterm and delivery basis
  • Required delivery schedule
  • Buyer company information and purchasing authority

Jet A-1 Supply Process

Commercial transactions are structured according to the buyer requirement and applicable supplier procedure.

01

Buyer Requirement

Buyer submits quantity, destination, specification and delivery requirements.

02

Supply Review

The requirement is evaluated against the applicable supply opportunity.

03

Commercial Terms

Quality, pricing, delivery and contractual terms are reviewed and agreed.

04

Contract & Delivery

The transaction proceeds through the agreed contractual, quality and delivery procedures.

Frequently Asked Questions About Jet A-1

Jet A-1 is a kerosene-type aviation turbine fuel used in commercial aviation and other compatible turbine-engine applications. It is defined by recognized aviation fuel specifications including ASTM D1655 and DEF STAN 91-091.

The maximum freezing point specified for Jet A-1 is -47°C. This is one of the principal distinctions between Jet A-1 and Jet A, which has a higher maximum freezing-point requirement.

Jet A-1 is commonly specified against DEF STAN 91-091 and is also defined within ASTM D1655. The exact specification applicable to a transaction should be confirmed with the buyer and supplier.

Yes. Commercial buyers can submit spot, recurring or longer-term Jet A-1 requirements. Quantity, destination, specification, delivery basis and applicable commercial terms are evaluated for each requirement.

Buyers should provide the required quantity, destination airport or terminal, required specification, delivery basis, delivery schedule and relevant company and purchasing information.

Depending on the transaction, documentation may include technical specifications, certificate of analysis, inspection documentation and other applicable quality-assurance records.

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