From 7 January, SAF will be available at the ACI Jet FBO location at San Luis Obispo County airport in California.

SAF is a drop-in fuel that can be used seamlessly with existing aircraft without requiring modifications or compromising performance and safety. When compared to conventional jet fuel, SAF has the potential to reduce lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions by up to 80 per cent.

“ACI Jet is thrilled to bring sustainable aviation fuel to our San Luis Obispo FBO, offering our customers a meaningful way to reduce their environmental impact while continuing to enjoy the exceptional service we provide,” says Andrew Robillard, vice president of FBOs and facilities.

The aviation industry has identified SAF as a cornerstone of its sustainability strategy. Unlike traditional jet fuel, SAF can be derived from renewable feedstocks such as agricultural and forestry waste. The carbon released during combustion is equivalent to the carbon absorbed during the feedstock’s growth, effectively closing the carbon loop.

The SAF offered at ACI Jet’s San Luis Obispo FBO will be supplied by Avfuel Corporation and produced by Neste in Long Beach, California. Branded as Neste MY Sustainable Aviation Fuel, this fuel averages one of the highest blend ratios available in business aviation to date; 30/70 SAF to petroleum-based jet fuel. Each 8,000 gallon truckload delivery provides a 19 metric ton reduction in carbon emissions over the fuel’s lifecycle. That’s the equivalent of taking 4.5 passenger vehicles off the road for a year.

ACI Jet has already pioneered SAF availability at its John Wayne airport location, where it began offering the fuel in 2020.

San Luis Obispo County airport has emerged as a key player in advancing aviation sustainability.

“As the aviation industry moves toward its sustainability goals, the availability and adoption of SAF will be critical,” Robillard continues. “Our SAF initiative is another way ACI Jet is contributing to a cleaner, greener future for aviation.”

The introduction of SAF complements ACI Jet's ongoing ‘Fly Like New’ campaign, which focuses on extending the lifespan of ageing aircraft through passenger experience enhancements and modernised flight technology. By offering SAF, ACI Jet empowers aircraft operators to further reduce emissions while maximising the service life of their fleets.