Aviation Fuel

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Avgas in Africa: What Piston and Light Aircraft Operators Should Know

by AAES Operations Desk | Oct 1, 2026 | Aviation Fuel

Last reviewed: October 2026 · Aircraft Fuelling Services Short answer Avgas, usually 100LL, is the fuel for piston-engine aircraft. In Africa it is much harder to find than Jet A-1. Many airports that sell Jet A-1 do not stock Avgas. Plan every piston fuel stop in...

Jet A-1 Fuel Weight and Density: A Practical Guide for Uplift Planning

by AAES Operations Desk | Sep 16, 2026 | Aviation Fuel

Fuel planning looks simple on paper. The flight plan gives a fuel requirement in kilograms. The fueller often delivers in litres. The aircraft gauges may display mass, volume, or percentage, depending on the type and system configuration. That is where mistakes can...

How Fuel, Ground Handling and Parking Timing Affect Turnaround in Africa

by AAES Operations Desk | Jun 26, 2026 | Aviation Fuel, Ground Handling

A 45-minute turnaround that works at a well-resourced hub will not always work on every African itinerary. The basic sequence may look the same: land, park, refuel, offload, reload and depart. But the variables across steps can vary widely. Fuel may need earlier...