US jet fuel could be used in Europe to ease possible shortages

An international air body suggests wider acceptance of US-grade jet fuel could help to head off any supply problems.

The EU Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has issued guidance on the potential use of US-grade jet fuel in Europe to address possible shortages due to disruptions in the Middle East.

European airlines can use US-grade jet fuel to ease potential shortages caused by the US-Israel war with Iran, as suggested by the EU and international airline bodies.

The EU Aviation Safety Agency has cleared the way for the possible use of US jet fuel in the bloc, which is seeking ways to confront the threat of shortages due to the Middle East war.

As Europe faces a looming jet fuel shortage due to the war in the Middle East, all refineries on the continent are already maxing out their production to serve the aviation market.

If a jet fuel crisis led to shortages across the European Union, member countries could be asked to share fuel reserves, according to EU Transport Commissioner Apostolos Tzitzikostas.