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Storage of JET A-1 aviation fuel – why is the right tank so important?
JET A-1 aviation fuel is one of the most demanding fuels in terms of quality and storage requirements. Even small amounts of contamination or water can negatively affect its properties. For this reason, the infrastructure used for fuel storage must meet strict technical and safety standards.
JET A-1 fuel is stored at civil and military airports, fuel terminals, and facilities serving the aviation industry. In these environments, the reliability of the storage tanks has a direct impact on the safety of the entire refuelling process.
How should aviation fuel be stored?
Maintaining fuel cleanliness is the most important aspect of aviation fuel storage. Water, mechanical contaminants, and corrosion products must not enter the storage tanks. Therefore, aviation fuel storage systems are designed to allow regular water drainage, continuous fuel quality monitoring, and effective leak prevention.
Improper fuel storage can lead to fuel degradation, damage to aircraft fuel systems, increased operating costs, and, most importantly, risks to flight safety.
Aviation fuel storage tanks manufactured by Ekonstal
When designing storage tanks for aviation fuel, we place particular emphasis on safety, durability, and maintaining the quality of the stored product.
In one of our projects, we supplied a complete storage system for JET A-1 aviation fuel, consisting of two 100 m³ underground storage tanks, two 2 m³ auxiliary tanks, and one 30 m³ slops storage tank. The main elements of the installation were double-wall steel tanks with a diameter of 2,900 mm, designed in accordance with EN 12285-1. The tanks were manufactured as Class A non-pressure tanks, designed to operate at temperatures ranging from -10°C to +30°C, with a design temperature range of -25°C to +55°C.
The tanks were manufactured with a 1% slope, allowing water and any accumulated contaminants to flow naturally to the lowest point of the tank. This design makes periodic drainage and cleaning significantly easier, helping to maintain the high quality of the stored aviation fuel.
To maximize operational safety, the tanks were also equipped with a dry leak detection system. In addition, several features specifically dedicated to aviation fuel storage were incorporated, including a DN300 drip tray for separating water and contaminants, an electrically conductive internal coating to minimize the risk of electrostatic discharge, and a complete 304L stainless steel piping system, providing excellent corrosion resistance and long-term durability of the entire installation.
