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Thoughts on G100UL? (www.g100ul.com)

submitted 2 years ago by _WC to c/flying

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My take is that it's a good start and important step towards fully de-leading the fleet fuel. There was a good article on AVweb breaking down the difference between the STC and ASTM approaches and the work that still need to be done:

https://www.avweb.com/uncategorized/eagle-and-gami-not-a-transparent-process/

If you own a plane, do you intend to buy the GAMI STC for it?

Do you have access to G100UL at your airport or in your area?

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[–] banditoitaliano 2 points 2 years ago (1 children)

As a pilot but not a plane owner (yet). I can’t wait for this to be available and as soon as it is anywhere nearby will push my flying club as hard as possible to get the STC and start using it.

I personally think it’s absolutely disgusting that lead has been allowed to be used in aviation fuel decades after we banned it everywhere else. I strongly considered NOT becoming a pilot because of the pervasive use of leaded fuel. I have a small child and the thought of accidentally poisoning her while flying, although unlikely, is always in my mind.

[–] _WC 2 points 2 years ago

"I personally think it’s absolutely disgusting that lead has been allowed to be used in aviation fuel decades after we banned it everywhere else. I strongly considered NOT becoming a pilot because of the pervasive use of leaded fuel. "

Definitely agree, I had similar feelings starting out. I wish the FAA would drag its feet less, but am glad it's finally making some progress. With this fuel as an option, I expect more municipalities will follow Reid Hillview (KRHV) and will force the issue.