According to the bill’s language, restrictions would initially be placed on airports in areas of greatest population with a complete ban of 100LL for the entire state by 2030. [Credit: Meg Godlewski]
Key Takeaways:
Washington state has introduced a bill (WA HB 1554) to ban the sale of leaded avgas, with a phased-in restriction beginning January 2026 and a complete statewide ban by 2030, driven by concerns over lead air pollution.
Aviation groups, including EAA and GAMA, strongly oppose the bill, warning of negative impacts on aviation safety and the state's economy.
Opponents argue that eliminating leaded avgas is already being addressed through the federal EAGLE initiative, which is making significant progress in developing and approving unleaded alternatives.
A bill that would ban the sale of leaded avgas has been introduced in the Washington state House of Representatives.
Should it become law, WA HB 1554, which was introduced January 31, would begin a phased-in restriction on the “selling, distributing, or otherwise making available to consumers” leaded avgas in Washington state beginning January 2026.
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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.
