Typical physical properties for Jet A and Jet A-1
| Jet A-1 | Jet A | |
|---|---|---|
| Density at 15 °C (59 °F) | 0.804 kg/L (6.71 lb/US gal) | 0.820 kg/L (6.84 lb/US gal) |
| Specific energy | 43.15 MJ/kg (11.99 kWh/kg) | 43.02 MJ/kg (11.95 kWh/kg) |
| Energy density | 34.7 MJ/L (9.6 kWh/L) | 35.3 MJ/L (9.8 kWh/L) |
How heavy is a liter of jet fuel?
In performance calculations, airliner manufacturers use a density of jet fuel around 6.7 lb/USgal or 0.8 kg/l.
How much is a Litre of Jet A1?
170.8 Cents (US dollars) per Gallon. 1 litre = 0.3125 pence (pound sterling)
What is jet fuel A1?
JET A-1 is an aviation fuel formerly known as “kerosene” which is suitable for most jet aircraft. JET A-1 is the principal fuel used for jet turbine engines. It is also used in general aviation for compatible diesel engine planes.
Is Jet fuel cheaper than petrol?
We continue to work towards the price stability.” Meanwhile, a litre of petrol has now become more expensive than a litre of aviation turbine fuel (ATF) used in aeroplanes. After today’s price rise, petrol is now 33% costlier than avaition fuel.
How many gallons is 1 kg?
How many U.S. gallons are in one kilogram of water? 1 gal = 3.79 kg wt. The kilogram or kilogramme (SI unit symbol: kg), is the base unit of mass in the International System of Units (SI) (the Metric system) and is defined as being equal to the mass of the International Prototype of the Kilogram (IPK).
How heavy is a 747 plane?
Airplanes
| Type | MTOW [kg] | FAA category |
|---|---|---|
| Boeing 747-8F | 447,700 | Heavy |
| Boeing 747-8 | 443,613 | Heavy |
| Boeing 747-400ER | 412,770 | Heavy |
| Antonov An-124-100M | 405,060 | Heavy |
How much fuel can a 747 hold?
Let’s start with a look at the most famous of jets, the Boeing 747. The Boeing website states that this model, with a gas tank capacity of 63,500 gallons, may burn five gallons of jet fuel per mile of flight.
What’s the difference between Jet-A and Jet A1?
Jet A is used in the United States while most of the rest of the world uses Jet A-1. The important difference between the two fuels is that Jet A-1 has a lower maximum freezing point than Jet A (Jet A: –40°C, Jet A-1: –47°C).
