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Thoughts on G100UL? (www.g100ul.com)
submitted 1 year 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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[–] _WC 2 points 1 year 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.