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World Fuel: U.S. Jet-A Supply at ‘Critical Levels’

U.S. still relies on imported oil from Middle East for jet fuel

jet-A fuel tanks on airport — Jet fuel supply in the U.S. is at “critical levels.”

By Chad Trautvetter • Online Editor

May 13, 2026

World Fuel Services

Beyond Aero and French Airports Prepare for H2 Flights

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Beyond Aero BYA-1 hydrogen-electric business jet

Hitachi and Eve Team to Provide eVTOL Charging

Partners will prioritize applications in Brazil and the U.S.markets

Eve 100 eVTOL aircraft

Air bp Marks Centennial of Aircraft Refueling Service

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Air bp refuelling in 1927

U.S. Aviation Fuel Prices Rise across the Board

All fuel types showed increases versus March

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Air bp business jet refuelling

AINsight: Fuel Crisis Could Be Tough Test for Bizav

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Aero Friedrichshafen panel

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Learjet at Aero Friedrichshafen 2026

Soaring Jet-A Costs Spur SAF Pricing Questions

Amidst price spike, can SAF pull even?

SAF Flasks in lab