RAF completes first SAF aerial refueling

In the UK, the Royal Air Force said it has used sustainable aviation fuel blended with regular jet fuel to achieve he first sustainable aviation fuel blend air-to-air refueling of a Typhoon and C-130 Hercules aircraft. A RAF Voyager delivered the fuel to the Typhoon and Hercules. The Voyager was previously used in successful initial trials in November 2022 where it flew on 100% sustainable aviation fuel. The leftover fuel from the Voyager trial was mixed with regular fuel at around 46-48%, the RAF said. The RAF said it worked with Air BP to re-certify the fuel and achieve the required standards needed for a safe and effective mission.

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