California flight school leads the way with sustainable aviation fuel

San Carlos Flight Center in California has become the first flight school in the U.S. to operate a fleet of Cessna 172 aircraft using 100R unleaded aviation gasoline. This sustainable fuel, recently approved by the FAA, aims to reduce environmental impacts and improve aircraft performance. The new fuel not only lowers lead emissions but also enhances engine efficiency and reduces maintenance costs. San Carlos Flight Center previously used UL94, another unleaded fuel, demonstrating its ongoing commitment to sustainable aviation practices. The flight school, recognized for its training programs, encourages other flight centers to adopt unleaded fuels. It aims to provide pilots with experience in next-generation sustainable fuels, contributing to a greener future in aviation.