- IATA raised concerns over potential fuel shortfalls if the Middle East conflict continues.
- The association advocated greater flexibility including use of Jet A fuel.
- Jet A is produced at scale outside the Gulf region.
- A controlled transition from Jet A-1 is required for safe implementation.
- The move aims to help airlines maintain schedules during supply pressures.
IATA has highlighted the need for greater flexibility in aviation fuel usage. Stuart Fox, IATA Director of Flight and Technical Operations, addressed supply pressures from the Middle East conflict. The organisation pointed to the potential role of Jet A fuel as one option to support supply chains.
Jet A fuel is produced at scale outside the Gulf region. IATA recommended a controlled transition from Jet A-1 to maintain airline schedules where shortages arise. The association stressed the importance of managed introduction to avoid operational issues.
The industry continued to monitor fuel availability closely as airlines prepared contingency measures for summer operations and global supply risks remained a key focus for technical teams.
Stuart Fox shared “Fuel supply could come under pressure if the war in the Middle East continues. Using Jet A, which is produced at scale outside the Gulf, could be a practical way to help ease some pressure on existing supply chains.”
