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Naples Airport

Leading the Way in Eco-Friendly Aviation with

New Sustainable Fuel Supply

By adding SAF to its fuel offerings, Naples Airport is not only
by Chris Rozansky, Executive Director, Naples Airport Authority
benefiting the local aviation community but also contributing to a
he Naples Airport is advancing larger industry shift. As the first reliable SAF supply point on the
its commitment to environmental East Coast, Naples is playing a key role in making sustainable aviation
T stewardship with the recent addition fuel more accessible across the United States.
of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) to its fuel "Providing cleaner, alternative fuels is vital for the future of
offerings. On December 10, 2024, Naples aviation," said Byron Gray, Senior Director of FBO Services at Naples
Aviation became the first location in the Avfuel Aviation. “We’re excited to be a part of this critical movement.”
Network to commit to a consistent supply of The SAF delivered to Naples Aviation is made possible by a
SAF from a new supply point at Port Everglades. partnership between Avfuel and Valero Marketing and Supply
SAF is a groundbreaking alternative to traditional jet fuel, Company. The fuel’s blend offers a sustainable option that reduces
significantly lowering lifecycle greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. GHG emissions while maintaining the same performance as
The SAF delivered to Naples Aviation is produced using a process traditional jet fuel.
which utilizes lipids such as used cooking oil. This method can Naples Airport’s efforts to provide SAF reflect its commitment
reduce lifecycle GHG emissions by up to 80% compared to to innovation and environmental responsibility. By continuing to
conventional jet fuel. offer cleaner fuel options like UL94 and SAF, the airport is taking
The airport decided last year to offer UL94 unleaded aviation proactive steps to ensure a greener future for aviation in Naples and
gasoline (avgas), a more environmentally friendly alternative to beyond.
traditional avgas. The introduction of UL94 was a crucial step in the As the aviation industry looks for ways to reduce its environmental
airport’s ongoing efforts to provide environmentally friendly fuel impact, Naples Airport is leading the way in offering cleaner, more
options to the aviation community. Now, with SAF available, Naples sustainable fuel options that help protect the planet for future
Airport is building on that commitment to sustainability. generations. With SAF now available, the airport remains at the
Christopher Rozansky, Executive Director of the Naples Airport forefront of this essential movement toward a more sustainable
Authority, remarked: “We’re thrilled to offer SAF to our customers, aviation industry.
furthering our commitment to the environment. The addition Want to learn more about NAA?
of SAF, following our introduction of UL94 unleaded avgas, is Visit the FAQ page of our website (flynaples.com/faq), or invite
the latest step in our ongoing dedication to sustainable aviation a member of our team to speak with your group. Better yet, call us
practices.” to arrange for a tour of the airport: (239) 643-0733
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