Government Brings SAF-Blended Aviation Fuel under ATF Control Order

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

Expanded Definition

  • SAF co-processed with ATF in refineries (as per IS 1571).
  • SAF conforming to IS 17081 blended with ATF meeting IS 1571.

Sustainability Criteria

  • For international use, SAF must meet CORSIA (Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation) sustainability criteria to qualify as CORSIA-eligible fuel (CEF).

Global Alignment

  • India joins countries like the EU, the UK, the US, Japan, and ....
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