Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport Announces Ambitious Plans for a Lead-Free Future

Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport is looking to transition to offering only unleaded aviation fuel three years before the FAA’s 2030 deadline.

Thursday, October 05, 2023 at 10:03 PM ET

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More frequently used by general aviation traffic, Rocky Mountain Metro Airport offers parallel runways and multiple FBOs. [Courtesy: Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport/ Matt Beyer]

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Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport (KBJC) plans to transition to unleaded aviation fuel well ahead of the FAA's 2030 deadline, aiming for UL94 by Fall 2024 and a full switch to 100UL within two to three years.
This proactive transition is a direct response to significant community concerns and criticism regarding lead exposure from piston aircraft, impacting nearby residents and children's health.
KBJC is investing in new infrastructure, such as fuel trucks and storage tanks, to facilitate this early move and aims to be the first airport in Colorado to fully convert to unleaded fuel.

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In response to community concerns over lead exposure from piston aircraft, the Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport (KBJC) in Broomfield, Colorado, has announced ambitious plans to transition to unleaded fuel three years ahead of the FAA’s deadline.

In unveiling its intent, KBJC said it is already in the process of transitioning to UL94 unleaded aviation gasoline with a completion goal of fall2024. Additionally, as 100UL becomes more widely available, KBJC said it will “proactively and fully” transition to 100UL in the next two to three years—well ahead of the FAA’s 2030 deadline.

Amelia Walsh

Amelia Walsh is a private pilot who enjoys flying her family’s Columbia 350. She is based in Colorado and loves all things outdoors including skiing, hiking, and camping.