Reid-Hillview Airport Launching Sales of G100UL

California airport has received 7,500 gallons of the STC-approved replacement for 100LL.

Russ Niles

Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 10:38 AM ET

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Travis Tingle

Reid-Hillview Airport (KRHV) in San Jose, California. [Courtesy: San Jose Convention and Visitor Bureau]

Key Takeaways:

The first retail sale of GAMI's G100UL unleaded aviation fuel is scheduled at Reid-Hillview Airport in San Jose, California, an airport that previously banned leaded fuel.
Despite the fuel's FAA STC approval, its lack of an ASTM specification created distribution challenges, requiring a specialized transport company for its delivery.
This retail launch establishes "commercial availability" of G100UL, which legally obligates many California FBOs to offer fuels with lower lead content than 100LL under a decade-old agreement.
The introduction of G100UL is considered a significant milestone for cleaner skies, healthier communities, and reduced aircraft engine maintenance costs.

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The first retail sale of General Aviation Modifications Inc.’s G100UL unleaded high-octane fuel will likely take place Wednesday at Reid-Hillview Airport (KRHV) in San Jose, California.

The airport, operated by Santa Clara County, received 7,500 gallons of the supplemental type certificate (STC)-approved replacement for 100LL on Monday, and employees loaded it into one of two fuel trucks operated by the county.