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:

GAMI's G100UL unleaded high-octane aviation fuel has commenced its first retail sales at Reid-Hillview Airport (KRHV) in San Jose, California, an airport that had previously banned leaded fuel.
Despite lacking an ASTM International fuel specification, which complicated distribution, the STC-approved G100UL fuel was successfully transported and is now commercially available.
This initial retail availability is a significant milestone, legally obligating many California FBOs to offer less-leaded fuel alternatives and marking a step towards cleaner aviation and reduced engine maintenance.

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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.