NASA Purchases Gevo's Biojet Fuel
March 18, 2015http://www.biodieselmagazine.com/articles/329378/gevo-sells-its-alcohol-based-biojet-fuel-to-nasa
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Gevo Inc. has announced that the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) purchased its renewable alcohol-to-jet fuel (ATJ) for aviation use. Gevo's ATJ is manufactured at its demonstration biorefinery Texas using renewable isobutanol produced at its isobutanol plant.
NASA has been studying the effects of alternate biofuels on engine performance, emissions and aircraft-generated contrails at altitudes flown by commercial planes. Their results showed that a blend of renewable and standard jet fuel significantly reduced emissions without affecting flight operations.
"Gevo's patented ATJ fuel is a true drop-in fuel, designed to be fully compliant with aviation fuel specifications and provide equal performance, including fit-for-purpose properties and engine compatibility," said Patrick Gruber, CEO of Gevo. "It is exciting to be working with NASA, a true leader in innovation worldwide."
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