Military Fuel

Types & Designations of Military Jet Fuel

Military jet fuel is usually made from civilian jet fuel with specific volumes of additives added: 

• CI/LI (corrosion inhibitor/lubricity improver)
• FSII (fuel system icing inhibitor) 
• SDA (static dissipater additive) 

U.S. DoD, NATO, and the U.K. MoD provide specifications for additives and military-grade fuels.
U.S. Military JP8 and NATO F34 are both based on Jet A1. The difference is the acceptable volume of FSII added. 
F24 is similar to JP8 but is based on JetA.

For safety reasons, ship-based operators like the Marines and Navy use a base aviation fuel with a higher flashpoint. The same additives are used with the fuel. This fuel is F44 (NATO) or JP5 (U.S.).

Specifications for Military Jet Fuel

The main characteristics are:

• Fuel for military aviation. 
• Colorless or slightly yellow.
• Density within the range of 6.47-7.01 lb/U.S. gallon (0.775 – 0.840 kg/L) 
• Flammable at temperatures above 100.4°F (38°C) in the presence of flames or sparks
• Freezing point -52.6°F (-47°C)

Types & Designations of Military Ground Fuel

• Red diesel (off road)
• Clear diesel (on road)
• Biodiesel
• Renewable diesel
• Diesel blends
• Gas – midgrade, low, high
• F-54/EN 590 Diesel Fuel
• F-67/EN 228 Unleaded Gasoline

Specifications for Military Ground Fuel

All fuel processes adhere to the most stringent requirements of the latest STANAG 3149 and EI/JIG 1530 standards ensuring uncompromised fuel quality from point of manufacture to the end user, including product origin validation, verification of product quality throughout the supply line, and correct batch management, including full traceability.

We are monitoring the ever-accelerating development of new sustainable alternatives and we benchmark against the criteria of military operations. So far, the majority fails as immature or technical non-compliant, but a few products such as HVO and SAF has qualified for our product portfolio

Renewable Diesel (HVO)

Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) is produced in an approved industrial process based on sustainable, renewable raw materials such as cooking oil and animal fat. It is a 3rd generation bio-fuel compliant with EN 15940, capable of being utilized unblended as a drop-in replacement for EN 590. Note that in praxis the product will be blended due to price and availability, which impact the Greenhouse Gas (GHG) reduction subject to dilution. That is why strict batch control throughout the supply line shall be considered as opposed to normal ground fuel supply.

SAF

SAF is produced in a similar way to HVO. It shall be noted that the product at present does not meet the jet safety requirements without blending with fossil fuel. The GHG reduction is subject to a blending ratio, which is a criterion that shall be considered in addition to the already required batch control of aviation products.

Our quality and safety approach includes fuel testing (full-scale up to A-level), equipment calibration, fuel training and other HSSE services. In addition, we offer a comprehensive Fuel Management System, which automates key data collection enabling real-time visibility of military fuel operations.

World Fuel is engaged in the acquisition, storage, transportation, and marketing of aviation fuels which is then supplied to governmental and/or military organizations around the world.

World Fuel maintains a Quality Management System (QMS) which is the formalized system that documents processes, procedures, and responsibilities for achieving quality policies and objectives. The QMS helps coordinate and direct World Fuel's activities to meet customer requirements and improve its effectiveness and efficiency on a continuous basis. 

The World Fuel QMS is a tool used to develop location specific Quality Management Plans (QMP) which meet and/or exceed customer expectations. 

World Fuel is committed to continuous improvement and the Quality Management System provides a framework for measuring and improving our performance. 

Services based on JIG requirements and guidelines.

• Routine Inspections
• Regular and customized site inspections by experienced industry inspectors.
• Advisory Services
• Technical advice for operations, fuels quality control and equipment.
• Training
• Customized training for airport staff to improve knowledge and skill
• Manuals
• JIG-compliant World Fuel manuals for operations, training, emergency preparedness, regulatory compliance and integrity management and maintenance.