Term:
Gasoline type jet fuel
Definition:

This includes all light hydrocarbon oils for use in aviation turbine power units.
They distil between 100 degrees C and 250 degrees C. It is obtained by blending kerosenes and gasoline or naphthas in such a way that the aromatic content dos not exceed 25 per cent in volume, and vapour pressure is between 13.7 kPa and 20.6 kPa. Additives can be included to improve fuel stability and combustibility.

Domain:
Energy
Source:
Energy Statistics of OECD Countries: 1999-2000, 2002 Edition, International Energy Agency, Paris, Part 2 – Notes on Energy Sources
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