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Govt Brings SAF-Blended Fuel Under ATF Control Order

  • 25 Apr 2026

On 17th April 2026, the Government notified an amendment to the Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) (Regulation of Marketing) Order, 2001, bringing ATF blended with Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) under its regulatory ambit as an administrative measure.

Key Points

  • Policy Amendment:
    • SAF-blended ATF brought under ATF (Regulation of Marketing) Order, 2001.
    • Expands definition of ATF beyond petroleum-based fuel.
  • About SAF:
    • Renewable aviation fuel from crops, waste, and residues.
    • Chemically similar and fully compatible with aircraft engines.
  • Standards & Certification:
    • Must meet BIS standards (IS 1571, IS 17081).
    • Requires rigorous testing under International Civil Aviation Organization norms.
  • Global Framework:
    • Supports ICAO’s CORSIA (Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation).
    • Mandatory phase begins in 2027.
  • India’s SAF Targets:
    • 1% blending by 2027.
    • 2% by 2028.
    • 5% by 2030.
  • Global Context:
    • EU, UK, US, Japan, Singapore implementing SAF mandates/incentives.
    • Reflects global shift toward sustainable aviation fuels.
  • Significance of Amendment:
    • Enables operationalisation of SAF blending targets.
    • Integrates India into global SAF supply chains.
  • Environmental Impact:
    • Reduces greenhouse gas emissions from aviation.
    • Helps lower carbon offset requirements.