Aviation Fuel Services
Global Aircraft Fuel Coordination
What Are Aviation Fuel Services?
Aviation fuel services cover the coordination of fuel supply, pricing, delivery scheduling, documentation, and payment for aircraft operations worldwide. A fuel coordinator like ASM acts as an intermediary between the operator and fuel suppliers — managing the commercial relationship, confirming availability at specific airports, providing transparent cost estimates, and ensuring fuel delivery is completed correctly.
Aviation fuel is typically the largest single variable cost in any flight operation. A well-managed fuel programme — with transparent pricing, reliable delivery, and efficient payment processes — makes a meaningful difference to operational cost and cash flow.
How Aviation Fuel Pricing Works
Aviation fuel costs are made up of several components, not just the fuel price itself.
A transparent fuel quote from ASM includes all of these:
- Fuel price — the base cost of the fuel, typically referenced to a spot index (Platts, ICIS) or contract rate
- Into-plane fee — the supplier's charge for physically delivering fuel to the aircraft (also called fuelling fee or service charge)
- Airport taxes and levies — government-imposed charges that vary by country and airport
- Throughput charges — where applicable, the airport's charge for fuel infrastructure use
- Currency and payment surcharges — where relevant to the specific location
No hidden charges. ASM provides a full breakdown before any arrangement is confirmed.
Fuel Services
Jet A-1 Fuel Coordination
Jet A-1 is the international standard aviation turbine fuel used by virtually all commercial and business jet aircraft outside the United States. ASM coordinates Jet A-1 at 3,000+ airport locations worldwide through major international and domestic suppliers.
Contract Fuel Arrangements
Contract fuel provides operators with predictable, pre-negotiated pricing across a network of locations — available on daily, weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly billing cycles. Contract arrangements suit operators with regular routes and predictable fuel requirements.
Ad Hoc Fuel Requests
For non-scheduled, charter, or one-off operations, ASM provides competitive ad hoc fuel quotes with fast turnaround. Available at 3,000+ locations — with all fees detailed transparently.
Urgent Fuel Requests
When operational plans change at short notice, ASM's 24/7 fuel team responds immediately — contacting suppliers directly and confirming arrangements as quickly as the location permits.
Credit Facilities
ASM can arrange credit facilities for qualified operators, reducing advance payment obligations and supporting cash flow management. All major aviation fuel credit cards are also accepted through ASM's supplier network.
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FAQs - Aviation Fuel Services
Q: What is the difference between contract fuel and ad hoc fuel?
A: Contract fuel is a pre-arranged fuel programme where the operator has a negotiated price at specified locations, paid on a regular billing cycle. Ad hoc fuel is a one-off fuel purchase arranged for a specific flight, quoted at the prevailing market rate at that airport on that date.
Q: What is an into-plane fee?
A: An into-plane fee (also called a fuelling fee or service charge) is the supplier's charge for physically delivering fuel from the storage facility to the aircraft. It is separate from the fuel price itself and varies by airport and supplier.
Q: How does ASM's fuel coordination work?
A: An operator provides their flight schedule, routing, and aircraft type. ASM identifies the most cost-effective fuel option at each required airport, provides a detailed cost estimate including all fees and taxes, manages the fuel arrangement with the supplier, and reports back on confirmed uplifts and costs.
Q: What insurance does ASM carry for fuel services?
A: ASM carries USD 1 billion liability insurance per occurrence for all refuelling services. This is one of the highest insurance levels available in the aviation fuel coordination sector.
Q: Does ASM arrange fuel for private jets?
A: Yes. ASM's fuel services are available for all operation types — commercial airlines, cargo operators, charter companies, business jets, and VVIP private aviation.
Q: Can ASM provide fuel quotes for a multi-leg trip?
A: Yes. ASM provides end-to-end fuel quotes for all legs of a journey, with a transparent cost breakdown for each airport.
Q: Does ASM accept aviation fuel credit cards?
A: Yes. ASM links operators with suppliers that accept all major aviation fuel credit cards through the network.
Q: Can ASM coordinate fuel at remote airports?
A: Yes. ASM's 3,000+ location network includes remote and non-hub airports where standard fuel arrangements are more complex. Contact the team to confirm availability at specific locations.
Q: What is sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), and can ASM arrange it?
A: SAF (Sustainable Aviation Fuel) is a drop-in aviation fuel produced from non-fossil feedstocks — such as agricultural waste, used cooking oils, and municipal waste — that can reduce lifecycle carbon emissions by up to 80% compared to conventional Jet A-1. ASM supports SAF enquiries and coordination where supply is available. See the dedicated SAF page for full details.
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