The debate over leaded aviation fuel often devolves into an all-or-nothing ultimatum. A novel thesis from a University of North Dakota student suggests a pragmatic middle path: What if we focus on capturing lead before it ever leaves the tailpipe?
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A Little Breathing Room
Hopefully a statement released today (August 10, 2026) by Innospec will allow the GA marketplace to take a breath.
June 2026 Aviation Fuel Prices: Avgas Up, Jet A Down
Analyze shifting operational costs for your next flight as U.S. avgas and alternative piston fuels climb while national Jet A averages ease.
Why The 2030 Deadline For Unleaded Avgas Is Final
Many pilots believe the 2030 deadline to phase out leaded 100LL avgas is just another government suggestion. However, environmental regulations and the harsh realities of tetraethyl lead manufacturing mean this transition is actually unavoidable. Discover why general aviation must prepare for a permanently unleaded future.
100LL Fuel Prices Continue to Climb
While Jet A prices stabilized in May 2026, the price of 100LL, Mogas, and UL94 continued to climb higher. New to this month’s fuel price update is an overview of fuel prices over the last six months.
Aviation Fuel Prices Continued to Rise in April
According to the latest figures from iFlightPlanner, national 100LL prices moved higher in April, with 100LL Full Service costing an average of $7.20, an increase of $0.40 (5.8%), while 100LL Self Service averaged $6.01, up $0.33 (5.7%).
Mobile App Launches for 100LL
Debuting at the 2026 SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo at Lakeland Linder International Airport (KLAL) in Florida, app users can get a discount of $0.45 a gallon during the event, according to company officials.
A Single Specification
Forget ASTM or the STC process: Maybe it’s time to look at a specification for unleaded avgas in a whole new way.
Aviation Fuel Prices Up Sharply in March
The Southeast saw the biggest jump in prices for 100LL, with the Southwest and Hawaii not far behind.