Airports
EASA Bulletin Warns About Jet-A Versus Jet A-1 Issue
Could affect airports in Europe, Africa, Australia, India, and Southeast Asia
jet-A fuel tanks on airport
Jet-A fuel may have to replace supplies of jet-A-1.

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2026-04 warns operators and pilots that supplies of jet A-1 grade aviation fuel “on certain markets might be constrained” and notes that jet-A may be substituted in markets where jet A-1 is typically available. These include airports in Europe, Africa, Australia, India, and Southeast Asia.

While U.S. and Canadian airports typically supply jet-A, according to the bulletin, “A potential introduction of jet-A in Europe or in other parts of the world would not generate safety concerns provided that its introduction is properly managed.” There are differences between the two fuels, including a reduced freezing-point margin for jet-A compared to jet A-1 and lower electrical conductivity. However, aircraft and engine type certificates generally permit the use of both fuel types.

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