Tag Archives: Aviation Gasoline

Shell Gets The Lead Out Of Avgas 100 & 100LL

Posted on January 31, 2014 by mwflyer

On December 3, 2013, Shell has become the first major oil company to develop a lead-free replacement for aviation gasoline (Avgas 100 and 100LL), and will now begin a strict regulatory approvals process. Shell’s new lead-free formulation comes after 10 … Continue reading →

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Shell Removes Lead From Light Aircraft Fuel

Posted on December 4, 2013 by mwflyer

(December 3, 2013) – Shell today became the first major oil company to develop a lead-free replacement for Aviation Gasoline (Avgas 100 and 100LL), which will now begin a strict regulatory approvals process. Avgas is one of the last common … Continue reading →

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Air Show Pilot Tests Unleaded Avgas In Radial Engine

Posted on February 18, 2012 by mwflyer

WEST LAFAYETTE, IND. – An air show performer based in the northeast says a high-octane, unleaded aviation gasoline provides power similar to conventional general aviation fuel and provides increased aircraft range. Rick Volker of Rick Volker Air Shows, Niagara Falls, … Continue reading →

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General Aviation Industry Prepares For An Unleaded Future

Posted on December 7, 2011 by mwflyer

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has formally begun the regulatory process required by the Clean Air Act that may ultimately result in standards mandating the industry’s transition to unleaded aviation gasoline (avgas). The EPA has issued an … Continue reading →

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