Alternative Fuel Options for Aircraft

Alternative Fuel Options for AircraftBy:Trevor ArnoldKolby TurnpinChristopher Gutierrez

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Aviation Community:Alternative FuelsEthanol

Global LeadersShell Global

North and Central America Production and Demand *follow-up closely by South America

Ethanol: A Brief History1980- First Flight on 180-proof ethanol

1989- First public demonstration at the Paris Air show

1996- First FAA certification of an aircraft to run on ethanol

Research and Development (R&D)Piston-driven aircraft; engine, frame, tank modification

Replacement or supplement for Aviation Gasoline (AVGAS) 100LL *Blend

Variety of biomass sources

Current IssuesRange

Fuel consumption at various horsepower

Harmful to aircraft fuel systems

Renewable Fuel Standards (RFS) increase blended fuel

Automobile Gas *An alternative to aviation gasoline or AVGAS

BIOFUELS

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Synthetic Fuels