ACI Jet brings SAF to San Luis Obispo Airport in California

ACI Jet announced that beginning Jan. 7, sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) will be available at its fixed-base operator (FBO) location at San Luis Obispo County Airport (KSBP) in California.

According to ACI Jet, this launch underscores its commitment to advancing aviation sustainability and supporting the aviation industry’s ambitious goal of achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.

SAF is a drop-in fuel that can be used seamlessly with existing aircraft without requiring modifications or compromising performance and safety.

When compared to conventional jet fuel, SAF has the potential to reduce lifecycle greenhouse-gas emissions by up to 80 percent, making it one of the most impactful tools in reducing the aviation sector’s carbon footprint.

“ACI Jet is thrilled to bring sustainable aviation fuel to our San Luis Obispo FBO, offering our customers a meaningful way to reduce their environmental impact while continuing to enjoy the exceptional service we provide,” said Andrew Robillard, ACI Jet’s vice president of FBOs and facilities.

The aviation industry has identified SAF as a cornerstone of its sustainability strategy.

Unlike traditional jet fuel, SAF can be derived from renewable feedstocks such as agricultural and forestry waste.

The carbon released during combustion is equivalent to the carbon absorbed during the feedstock’s growth, effectively closing the carbon loop, ACI Jet stated.

The SAF offered at ACI Jet’s San Luis Obispo FBO will be supplied by Avfuel Corp., a leading provider of sustainable fuel solutions, and produced by Neste Corp.

The fuel—branded as Neste MY Sustainable Aviation Fuel™—averages one of the highest blend ratios available in business aviation to date (30 percent SAF to 70 percent petroleum-based jet fuel).

Each 8,000-gallon truckload delivery provides a 19-metric-ton reduction in carbon emissions over the fuel’s lifecycle.

That’s the equivalent of taking 4.5 passenger vehicles off the road for a year.

ACI Jet has already pioneered SAF availability at its John Wayne Airport (KSNA) location in Santa Ana, California, where it began offering the fuel in 2020.

Expanding SAF to San Luis Obispo further solidifies ACI Jet’s leadership in promoting environmentally sustainable aviation practices, the company said.

San Luis Obispo County Airport has emerged as a key player in advancing aviation sustainability.

ACI Jet said it is proud to partner with the airport in its ongoing efforts to reduce carbon emissions and champion sustainable solutions for the future of flight.

“As the aviation industry moves toward its sustainability goals, the availability and adoption of SAF will be critical,” Robillard added. “Our SAF initiative is another way ACI Jet is contributing to a cleaner, greener future for aviation.”

The introduction of SAF complements ACI Jet’s ongoing “Fly Like New” campaign, which focuses on extending the lifespan of aging aircraft through passenger-experience enhancements and modernized flight technology.

By offering SAF, ACI Jet said it is empowering aircraft operators to further reduce emissions while maximizing the service life of their fleets.

Customers seeking sustainable alternatives will find SAF readily available at the San Luis Obispo FBO, ACI Jet added.